Toyota MR2 Spyder vs. Porsche Boxster
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Toyota MR2 Spyder and Porsche Boxster contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Toyota MR2 Spyder and the Porsche Boxster.
When comparing the Toyota MR2 Spyder's and the Porsche Boxster's specifications and ratings, the Toyota MR2 Spyder has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The Porsche Boxster has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Toyota MR2 Spyder's and the Porsche Boxster's specifications and ratings, the Toyota MR2 Spyder is a better car than the Porsche Boxster.
Pricing: A used 2005 Toyota MR2 Spyder ranges from $5,795 to $20,537 while a used 2005 Porsche Boxster is priced between $11,945 to $27,991.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Toyota MR2 Spyder’s base engine makes 138 horsepower, and the Porsche Boxster base engine makes 240 horsepower. The MR2 Spyder is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 348 miles. The Boxster is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 432 miles.This gives the Toyota MR2 Spyder the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Porsche Boxster the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$25,685
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$44,595
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$14,859
Price Range:
$5,795 - $20,537
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
4
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
106,665
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$19,697
Price Range:
$11,945 - $27,991
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
29
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
63,897
# Good or Great Deals:
7
Toyota MR2 Spyder Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Porsche Boxster Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota MR2 Spyder
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Porsche Boxster
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.2
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.7
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Toyota MR2 Spyder Rankings
Not yet available
Porsche Boxster Rankings
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Toyota MR2 Spyder Trim Levels
Base
Porsche Boxster Trim Levels
S, Base
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
138 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
125 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
240 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
199 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.084 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 29 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
276 / 348 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 27 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
288 / 432 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
51 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
1.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
48.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
51.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
9.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2195 lbs
Width:
66.7 inches
Height:
48.8 inches
Length:
153 inches
Wheelbase:
96.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2855 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
51 inches
Length:
171.6 inches
Wheelbase:
95.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/45R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/50ZR17
Exterior Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Paradise Blue Metallic / Spectra Blue Mica
Gray
Phantom Gray Pearl
Green
Electric Green Mica
Red
Absolutely Red
Silver
Silver Streak Mica
White
Super White
Yellow
Solar Yellow
Exterior Colors
Black
Basalt Black Metallic / Black
Blue
Arctic Silver Metallic / Cobalt Blue Metallic / Lapis Blue Metallic / Midnight Blue Metallic
Gray
Atlas Grey Metallic / Seal Grey Metallic / Slate Grey Metallic
Green
Dark Olive Metallic / Dark Teal Metallic / Forest Green Metallic
Red
Carmon Red Metallic / Guards Red
Silver
GT Silver Metallic
White
Carrara White
Yellow
Speed Yellow
Interior Colors
Beige
Tan
Black
Black
Gray
Gray
Red
Red
Blue
Not available
Brown
Not available
Green
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Sand Beige
Black
Black / Black/Stone Grey
Gray
Grey / Stone Grey
Red
Not available
Blue
Sea Blue
Brown
Brown / Cocoa / Terracotta
Green
Palm Green
