Toyota Mr2 Supercharged

From the December 1987 Issue of Car and Driver. When you first approach the Toyota MR2 Supercharged, you don't get much warning of what awaits you under the hood. The new wheels don't jump out at.

Availalble between 1988 and 1989, the Supercharged Toyota MR2 was a variant of the 1st generation (W10) MR2 introduced in parallel with the naturally aspirated versions. The Toyota MR2 Supercharged was powered by the Toyota 4A-GZE 1,587 cc (1.6 L) inline-four engine, capable of 145 hp (compared to 112 hp for the naturally aspirated version in the US), driving power to the rear via a 5. The platform for the MR2's supercharged induction system is a modified version of the naturally aspirated 1.6-liter, twin-cam model.

The block, for example, is beefier. Yes, the Toyota MR2 does have a supercharger. The supercharged model of the Toyota MR2 was introduced in 1986 (1988 for the US market) and featured a small Roots-type supercharger and an intercooler.

The supercharger was belt-driven but actuated by an electromagnetic clutch, so it would only be driven when needed, increasing fuel economy. 1988 Toyota MR2 Supercharged Additional Info: This 1988 Toyota MR2 is the RARE supercharged edition with low miles! Only 2000 of these were ever imported. If you follow auto auctions you will have noticed that the exclusive Japanese sports cars are really taking off.

The interior is very clean with one repaired minor crack on the dash. The Toyota MR2 has long been an enthusiast favorite across multiple generations, but like most iconic cars, the first. Toyota hadn't completely forgotten about the MR2's economy either.

Under light throttle loads, when the ECU deemed the supercharger's involvement unnecessary, an electromagnetic clutch disengaged. The MR2, produced from 1984 until 1989 was Japans first production mid-engine car and is well known for it's good handling. The addition of a roots type supercharger and intercooler in 1986 for the JDM, US and Canadian markets gave the MR2 extra pace to turn it into a very capable sports car that is at home on the road or track.

1988 Supercharged Toyota MR2. One of less than 2000 imported into the united states in 1988. Road and track still declares this car one of the best sports cars ever made.

Here is an article from the Chicago Sun Times: October 26,2003 The 1985-89 Toyota MR2 sports car was Japan's first. The Toyota MR2 was a popular mid-engine sports car produced from 1984 to 2007. While the standard MR2 models were already known for their nimble handling and performance, one particular variant stood out.