3rd gen Toyota MR2 2000–2005

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Year by year

2000 The MR2 returns as a two-seat roadster with a 1.8L four and a 5-speed manual, aimed at the Miata.^1,2
2001 A small chin spoiler is added to cut wandering at highway speed.³
2002 The 5-speed SMT and leather upholstery become options. The yellow cloth interior is dropped.^4,3
2003 Restyled front and rear with projector headlights, standard fog lights and body-coloured side intakes; 16-inch rear wheels, white-faced gauges, and a 6-speed SMT in place of the 5-speed.^5,3
2004 A limited-slip differential becomes optional, and added underbody bracing and a taller ride height improve crash protection.^6,3
2005 A six-disc CD changer replaces the cassette. The last year; Toyota ended production in January 2005.^7,8,3