TOYOTA MR2 RETURNS - COULD THIS BE THE NEXT GEN TOYOTA MR2 or SUPRA or CELICA?

[@malifestro3319]

I owned a 95 MR2 Turbo for a decade. To me, that is a MR2. The frameless glass on the door, the vent behind the driver, glass roof, front wheel to hood height, extra large dimension in the back. It's very similar in design, just new for next generation of cars. One thing I would appreciate they do is add a usable trunk for two weekend bags. This was extremely nice to have in mine.

[@kore996]

I had a 1991 MR2 turbo for quite a while, and I ended up making the biggest correlated mistake that I’ve ever made and I sold it for 350 Z in 2003 😢. If this is in fact, an MR2 then this would be a true successor to the second GEN because the third GEN MRS was horrible and there’s no way that that true successor. I love the exterior but how do you feel about the interior?

[@khoimavlogs5161]

I had 1991 MR2 and I love it. Toyota please bring this to North America with 6 spd manual please please please. Thanks

[@Xavier7799]

I love the pop-up lights on the old MR2.

[@bigneutron77]

If it’s electric it’s not a mr2

[@kore996]

@@bigneutron77 I guess technically it doesn’t fulfill the “M” in MR2 😂

[@RyanLarivee]

Just two car nerds geeking out over cars.....I love it... Best Toyota news around these two channels..

[@Ricky_H]

This is really exciting. Kudos to Toyota for making the effort to keep sports cars!

[@adam145]

It's crazy how you can actually feel the effort and passion that the tram put into the car. I feel like almost no other big mainstream manufacturer did, even the likes of BMW and Audi.

[@Pledgeman]

My wife’s and my first car together was a 1987 MR2. During our honeymoon to Victoria BC, we met a group of individuals looking at our car which turned out to be one of the owner’s of the factory that built it. It was an incredible experience.

[@daidavies6210]

Its a EV I’m Out…. Will stick with my Classics

[@michaelbuerhaus8409]

WOW! It looks amazing! Thank you for the review!

[@InvestBetter.]

I own the SW20 MR2 (1991) and this definitely has elements from my car I expect this to be the return of the MR2, in about 4 years.

[@capnron65]

This in a hybrid would really get me stoked! Beautiful!

[@Aldeeezzy]

Looks awesome but that Mazda is drop dead gorgeous 😍

[@chaghxiong7612]

Mr2 without a doubt for me. Lotus Emira was also my very first impression. Also, John over at Driven said he spoke with Lotus PR and was told there will be a less expensive version of the Emira to follow, and now I am thinking Toyotus. Maybe, 300hp+ dual motor 500+ mile solid state eMR2?

[@Jazzmaster71]

Always loved the MR2, an affordable mid engine pocket racer. Was my dream car for many years back in my days. However this being a 100EV that just spoils the fun.

[@aaronkreismanis249]

Agreed. No electric. Ditch that, add manual transmission. Make it a driver's fun car.

[@matw1x]

This is the star car of the entire show.

[@davidlusk4350]

REALLY enjoy the work of these 2 reviewers when they combine and the GX, 4 runner coverage is my favorite subjects 👌!!!

[@KirkKreifels]

Thanks David! Much more to come

[@lannylancaster62]

A great concept...I appreciate the engineering perspective to better understand the complexity that manufacturing considerations bring to the design.

[@admrgd]

Newest Toyota sports car in over a decade, finally! PS: not counting the Z4

[@amurika6336]

Jaw dropping to watch..Stressful to listen

[@rightlanehog3151]

David, The ways things are going, this could be next year's Prius. 😉🤣

[@kore996]

I would absolutely love an ICE or hybrid system in this with a manual transmission! I totally understand that electric is faster but there is absolutely no emotion and it just goes fast but doesn’t sell it in any other way and that’s why I currently own a GR Corolla CE 😊.

[@ag4allgood]

Agree , many of todays sports cars are trying to get rid of the manual transmission. Porsche tried doing it & they had to bring it back after 6 months. Acura got rid of the manual transmission for around 5 years then brought it back with the new Integra. Sports car manufacturers finding out enthusiasts want a manual transmission ! BTW I drive a 2016 Mazda MX-5 Club soft top with a 6 speed manual.

[@kore996]

@@ag4allgood nice! My dad is now rocking a 3rd gen Miata. This is his 2nd Miata and he loves it. Manual transmission of course 😃.

[@nestorarodriguez2845]

Wow! Stunning design! I hope I I’m not 80 when it comes out.

[@cervanteforfun1864]

As is with the a turbo engine. A work of art. Awesome to see emotion in their design.

[@LL1684L2]

That concept-car looked great (I do love my present FR-S gen1); what I need is an off-road capable 4WD/AWD vehicle, however. Also, current Tacoma 4WD owner and on waiting list for a GX550.

[@gunit4205]

Good luck with speed bumps. Needs to be hybrid. Waiting around to charge is a hassle.

[@rickandrew6397]

That under bottom level accent lighting which looks very cool, won’t last long in normal use, will get scraped off at road to parking break-overs, need to omit the lighting aspect and raise bottom several inches. Nice looking car 👌

[@jeancey1]

The tail lights remind me of a 1962 Cadillac coupe Deville

[@Mr_Kenneth]

I loved the new MG roadster BUT the new MR2 is STUNNING. Love the orange colour. just concerned about UK speed bumps in ASDA

[@KeynSong]

It's a huge YES!!! And I would actually buy one today if its anything like the concept

[@HansDelbruck53]

Mister 2 finally becomes a Mister 3.

[@anthonynguyen9779]

That is one damn beautiful car. And the paint color: so dope.

[@juansoto9552]

I had a 1993 mr2..ilove it brings it back.🤣😂😍you guys 🪨 together.

[@lrod312]

If it is an MR-2 successor it would probably be called the GR-2. The front end and certain angles sort of reminds me of a modern reference to the famous TS020 race car Toyota raced decades ago.

[@JoVERICAIN]

There is one detail we don't talk about regarding these EVs. I hate the idea of blinkers buttons on the steering wheel! But the fact Toyota decided to put one on each side of the yoke makes waaaaay more sense thanks to the steer-by-wire technology! Reaching those buttons will not be a struggle. Really, pause the image at 5:40 and enjoy the position of each physical button and see how ergonomy is still important for legacy manufacturers! I'm sorry, but they are not paying to catch up! They are just cooking really good stuff! And it requires time! And from what I see, we won't be disappointed!

[@JoVERICAIN]

Better shot at 6:56!

[@kore996]

Constructive criticism alert : Is it because of the background noise that your audio is clipping because in both your videos and Kirks, the audio is clipping, but in one of the last videos it wasn’t. I was in the eye. Enjoy the info and chemistry you both have. With that new 32 bit float help in this type of situation… I think it’s the RODE likes that have that now…that being said, I know that’s a lot of money to spend when the rest of your videos are perfectly fine when they are in your normal environment.

[@jayloghar]

What do company do with concept cars after their debut? Can you make a video about that?

[@mikeogden5256]

I love that car ❤😊

[@garyclark6747]

GR MR2 w/Corolla 3Cyl 💯 or GR MR2 w/SS 800V 10 minute charging (10%-80%) 400 mile range and 0-60 in 1.7 curb weight of 2,194 lbs 💯 8:00

[@FightScienceAa82]

Basically borrowed from a Lotus Evora GT and made an incredible car!!

[@ggthx]

But it's not?

[@andresvenegas5401]

I pray to God that Toyota builds this car

[@ggthx]

They are...

[@CruiseControl1]

What do we think the price will be? This looks more MR2 than Supra to my eyes.

[@nomnom8851]

Probably a $100,000

[@JimPekarek]

I had a 91 MR2 turbo as one of my first cars, and I loved it. For the new one, I love the side profile, but I'm not sure about the front and back. They look really visually busy, and not in a good way...

[@papa3papa37421]

That's cool! Does the commonality of the following features, which are characteristics of the i8's aerodynamic design, indicate that Cole's experience and knowledge are being utilized in the current aerodynamic design philosophy? ・The use of aerodynamic devices on the front bumper and rear diffuser to reduce aerodynamic drag. ・The use of "active aero" to control the flow of air around the front and rear of the body.

[@williamdewit4203]

perfect for a hybrid.

[@Infantry4Life.WarFighters]

It will never look like it when it comes out.

[@CycoPatPonfe]

I want one! I love what you do for me Toyota! ❤

[@juanmercado3135]

THIS ONE IT'S SO BEAUTIFUL ❤

[@CobeyRiley]

Definitely looks to be an MR2. But did you guys catch the color scheme orange/blue is exactly the same as original F&F supra?

[@ccc_sss_111]

I guess a lap time at Nürburgring would be awesome unlike other heavy EVs.

[@BK-xl5mr]

Beautiful car definitely would love to see it happen but will price wise be affordable for the mass?

[@jimmyamico4713]

Hi David & Kirk! I agree with 100% of what you both say. I appreciate you both and I will add or reiterate that I would love to see this in a naturally aspirated eight cylinder or six cylinder engine would be fantastic like the engine and the LC 500 but just in the rear of this vehicle This vehicle and the Mazda on my favorites as much as this is flashy this vehicle in this video I still put the Mazda number one and this vehicle number two for the show this is been so exciting I don’t want this Japanese car show to end… I studied the Japanese culture at VILLANOVA UNIVERSITY I just wish I could’ve had these videos to show my class to extend knowledge of their culture of vehicles. Peace be with you both. God bless you and all that you do thank you 1 million for bringing these videos to all over the world thank you thank you thank you.🇯🇵🤍❤️🇨🇦 Respectfully Submitted, JimmyUSAF 🇺🇸✈️⭐️🌎🇮🇹🙏☮️💜🚘🚖

[@stoneimage666]

Beautiful!!

[@Marks.Reviews]

Hot looking car design. On the video of this car, there is part just in front of the rear fenders that extends out, which is like no other car.

[@ggthx]

I think for the most part the Car will look like this...however the side vents extending out will not be a thing on the production model...

[@KirkKreifels]

The FT-SE left us with more questions than answers! David is leaning towards MR2, I'm leaning more Supra. Or is it Celica? Comment below!

[@MaddNomad1015]

MR2. I don’t see a Celica/Supra

[@seiyo8024]

To small for a celica or supra so mr2

[@ggthx]

Definitely MR2, I think the Celica is being held close to the chest because it will release before this MR2 does, the current gen Supra ends production in 2025.

[@Asiansxsymbol]

Beautiful! 😍

[@Cornel1001]

Will be nice a configuration 1+2 !

[@sachamo100]

Love it!

[@Fragnail77]

yes please new MR2 and a new Mitsubishi FTO

[@jamesmcdonald2680]

"Let's wait to bring back all the great names until after everything has to be electric!"

[@Doe-Nutz72]

RIGHT Oh!!!

[@biketech60]

Looks like a work of art . Also looks like a nightmare to pay for damage repairs . They don't make them for economy of ownership , but for sales appeal and bling . Minor accident , totaled car . Henry Ford was so much smarter than any automaker today .

[@Evoque786]

Beautiful!!!!! Honda look at the prelude and look at this .. can you see the difference???

[@MaxDelRio1]

Really beautiful

[@youdontKnowshhs]

How can i pre order 😊😊😊

[@elizabethwhite4606]

David and Kirk, it is great to have your perspectives from the manufacturing side and from the dealer side. That MR2 is definitely different from any other vehicle currently on the road.

[@jimmyfavereau]

2000 Toyota Echo, 370k miles and going strong

[@Scott-hc8om]

I had the original MR-2 and it went 92,000 miles before I had a problem. I then had a 2003 Spyder which I drove for 8 years. In my opinion, this is the next MR-2. It's too small to be a Supra.

[@jonc2276]

It’s stunning

[@miltonrivero1017]

The MR 2 that we are looking at in this video is way way way better than a Mazda , the MR 2 is very attractive gorgeous car I owned a 2004 MR 2 every where I went they say it looks exotic I love it

[@sethi100]

My rule of thumb is- if a car is on display at a show or on line has no mirrors or the super thin side mirrors, then odds are it’s a concept. That said the interior screens and this body seems too exotic for production. But geez, if this gets built and less then $50K, then I would buy one.

[@StaticCrux]

Sweet ride

[@Yellowbasterd]

Put in rev4 hybird prime plugin hybrid in the mid engine primary rear wheels drive this car will rock

[@dapperlygrungy3189]

Very nice. I hope Toyota offers this in an EV variant. I had to bring my Toyota Highlander for its first repair service yesterday. I am out $455. I am so tired of the costs of repair and maintenance of a combustion engine. I do have a 2023 Camry. I only bought it as an interim until the redesign Tesla Y or 3 is releaded. Anyone I know who owns a Tesla swears by the lack of maintenance it requires - the frequent wear and tear of tires is the one complaint. I will only listen to Tesla owners to get their review and not by those who will review the car that don't actually own a Tesla. What will sell me my next car is the lack of maintenance it will require. I hate having to go to he dealership to get my cars fixed, because I don't trust indeprendent mechanics.

[@dantheveganman]

this is awesome, this dose give me lotus vibes as well, wich i like. also gives me video game car vibes.

[@robpet4424]

Can an old man get in one if those..... I want one regardless.....😊

[@ELXABER]

It's another cell phone on wheels, how disappointing. I owned a MKII for ten years, it was a great car, affordable, fun to drive, and very reliable. This won't be any of that.

[@sombut415]

So badazz 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@tristandejesus6298]

If this ever hit the market, I’d drain my life savings to own one.

[@Skiridr22]

Those screens could be used for rear view cameras instead of side mirrors

[@99unclebob]

Great review Davis/Kirk, if Toyota could bring this to market as a dual platform for ICE and EV to would appeal to both markets/buyers and would payoff in spades for them and the owners that order them, with composite materials it will stay lighter and have no rusting issues like conventional steel body cars do, Toyotas design studios are over flowing with talent 👍

[@scettzvill]

if they drop in the Prius drive train, keep the weight down as much as possible. then that'll be a lovely little next gen MR2

[@cedricgtrable]

Waoo looks amazing car. Great job toyota

[@patthonsirilim5739]

make it sub 1200kg 2 seater mid engine rear wheel drive with the gr yaris engine with either a 6 speed manual or dct and price it around the same price as a top spec mx5 rf club and you will have a killer of a car.

[@freddymarti]

Why not a Toyota *turbine* hybrid.? In 1989 Toyota had an experimental turbine car. Or liquid hydrogen fuel cell?

[@paulphan1970]

❤i loved go for it .iwill buy it?

[@SuperDryDiver]

This make believe car won't stop the bleeding.

[@icorezx14r]

For me I would love to see Toyota design a mid engine V8 powered beast to compete directly with the Corvette. Let the games begin!

[@drmichaellum]

I remember how I was excited about the Supra concept until Toyota decided to make the front end look like a Platypus instead. I can assure you that if this is a concept that makes it to market, the real thing will look much more sedate, and nothing like this.

[@GT-RTData9]

I’d get where the Supra ideas keep coming from. This has mid engine proportions so it makes more sense for it to be an MR2. This looks nothing like a Supra and doesn’t have any of its classic GT proportions. People complain enough about the MK5 not following the MKIV design, this would be an absolute drastic design change from that.

[@johncarlo2630]

How much will the new mr2 weigh?

[@ninakazu]

Excellent･･verygood。

[@malcolmtudor8039]

Great on a track. A street package would need to be a little less aggressive.

[@AnythingJW]

who still wants to drive a coupe nowadays?!

[@xiaoxia5]

i do.

[@GeronimoBiggles]

really hope they make a convertible!!

[@pierretoussaint5603]

I love waaaa...!?it's beautiful

[@TurfSurf]

The car companies recycles the models all the time. They know the cars when people were young and couldn’t afford are now older with disposable income, it’s time to bring these models back and make the sale!

[@chilli-bp4ws]

Eu quero um, você já os tem à venda, prazo de entrega, custos de envio, moro em Fontana, Califórnia

[@chilli-bp4ws]

Hello, how are you? Do you already have them for sale? What is your delivery time and the shipping cost? I live in Fontana, California.

[@rudy_dstroys1821]

Well at this point, I don't even know what sports car I want! lol GT86, Supra, MR2?! ahhhh

[@DarkstarDarth]

After a quick visit to Walmart, I've come to the conclusion that most people physically won't fit in this car.

[@ggthx]

Lol...

[@coryriley2294]

This is the funniest and most true comment I've seen 😂

[@phoneuser3569]

EV or Hybrid = Instant fail. Overpriced = Instant fail. Re badged anything = Instant fail. Cheaper and better than the miata = Success.

[@KeithTKO]

Toyota is really conservative when it comes to performance but at least their styles are getting better.

[@jonlee580]

Its super beautiful

[@Clickpop03]

You know they won’t put anything out this colll anytime soon and when they do, it’s gonna be a piece of what you see here now

[@citizenfour9622]

The Lotus Emira actually put in some real effort. This looks like a generic video game car. Something you’d find in a Happy Meal. 🙄🤣

[@SossboyOG]

anyone know the MSRP ?