Toyota MR2 SW30 (1999-2007)

The third-generation MR2/MR-S uses Toyota's 1.8-litre 1ZZ-FE four-cylinder petrol engine. Late versions produce 140 hp and 171 Nm.

Expect approximately 9–11 km/L in city driving, 13–16 km/L on highways and around 11–14 km/L combined when driven normally

Yes. The MR2 uses a mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout, placing the engine behind the cabin and ahead of the rear axle.

It can be enjoyable on good roads, but its approximately 135mm ground clearance and two-seat layout make it less practical for rough roads, speed breakers and family use.

The ZZW30 was offered with manual and sequential-manual transmissions depending on year and market. Toyota's later Japanese catalog lists six-speed manual and six-speed sequential versions.

Check the 1ZZ-FE engine, oil consumption, cooling system, gearbox, clutch, suspension, steering, chassis alignment, underbody rust, soft-top condition and accident repairs. Verify the chassis number and factory specification.

Routine maintenance can be manageable because the 1.8L engine is relatively simple, but specialist body, suspension, convertible-roof and MR2-specific parts can become expensive because the car is rare locally.

The main compromises are its two-seat cabin, limited luggage capacity, low ground clearance, aging safety technology and difficulty finding a genuinely clean car in Bangladesh.

It makes sense primarily for someone wanting a lightweight weekend or enthusiast sports car. For daily family transportation, its two-seat layout and limited practicality are significant drawbacks.