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1996 Nissan 300ZX
2 Dr 2+2 Hatchback
CarGurus Instant Market Value
$40,594
1995 Toyota MR2
2 Dr STD Coupe
CarGurus Instant Market Value
$23,965

Expert Reviews Reviews from CarGurus experts.

1996 Nissan 300ZX
2 Dr 2+2 Hatchback
No Expert Reviews
1995 Toyota MR2
2 Dr STD Coupe
Ann Onymous Test Drive Review:

It’s hard to explain just how under-appreciated the second-generation MR2 is, especially in the United States. In the 1995 model year, Toyota only managed to sell 995 of these cars her...

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  • Look and Feel 7
  • Performance 7
  • Form & Function 6
  • Technology 6
  • Safety 7
  • Cost-Effectiveness 6

User Reviews Reviews from CarGurus users who have driven or owned the car.

1996 Nissan 300ZX
2 Dr 2+2 Hatchback
Callahann writes:
Owned this 96 TT #265/300 which was a fast and great car. Lightly modified to mid 400HP after restoration. Bei...
Looks/Style Ranked 1991 Nissan 300ZX 2 Dr Turbo Hatchback worse.
"Tighter body fitment and perfection of body lines."
Value Ranked 1991 Nissan 300ZX 2 Dr Turbo Hatchback worse.
"High value due to final model year and dual airbag system standard."
15
tonywvr4 writes:
Close to compare a tie in many ways.
35
krullone 1996 Nissan 300ZX 2 Dr 2+2 HatchbackReview:

1996 300zx 2+2 Still Sexy After All These Years — This is the second Z32 2+2 that I've owned and I plan to own many more. I love driving this car and...

Primary Use: Commuting to work

1995 Toyota MR2
2 Dr STD Coupe
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Grace 1995 Toyota MR2 2 Dr STD CoupeReview:

Actually It's A 1999 Mr2 Mk 2 Rev5 Na — Nice, solid and reliable everyday car.

35
Michael 1995 Toyota MR2 2 Dr STD CoupeReview:

One Of The Best Cars I Have Ever Owned Mr2 Addicted — This was the first true sports car I have ever owned it was a 1998 model on a R plate I bought it wh...

Troy writes:
Cargo Capacity Ranked 2007 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx better.
"room"
Family Car Ranked 2007 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx better.
"room"

Specs

1996 Nissan 300ZX
2 Dr 2+2 Hatchback
1995 Toyota MR2
2 Dr STD Coupe
Powertrain
Drivetrain
RWD
RWD
RWD
RWD
Fuel Economy, City
--
17 MPG
19 MPG
--
Fuel Economy, Highway
--
22 MPG
26 MPG
--
Fuel Tank Volume 18 gal 14 gal
Engine
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Gasoline
Gasoline
Gasoline
Power
222 hp @ 6,400 RPM
222 hp @ 6,400 RPM
135 hp @ 5,400 RPM
135 hp @ 5,400 RPM
Torque
198 lb-ft @ 4,800 RPM
198 lb-ft @ 4,800 RPM
145 lb-ft @ 4,400 RPM
145 lb-ft @ 4,400 RPM
Cylinders
6 cylinders
6 cylinders
4 cylinders
4 cylinders
Compression Ratio
--
--
9.5:1
9.5:1
Displacement
3,000 cc
3,000 cc
2,200 cc
2,200 cc
Bore x Stroke
--
--
3.39 in x 3.72 in
3.39 in x 3.72 in
Safety
ABS Brakes Standard Optional
Driver Airbag Standard Standard
Passenger Airbag Standard Standard
Comfort and Convenience
Sunroof/Moonroof -- Optional
Leather Seats Optional Optional
Air Conditioning Standard Standard
CD Player -- Optional
Cassette Player Standard Standard
Radio Standard Standard
Power Windows Standard Optional
Power Door Locks Standard Optional
Driver Power Seats Optional Optional
Passenger Power Seats Standard Standard
Interior
Maximum Seating 4 seats 2 seats
Front Legroom 43 in 43.4 in
Back Legroom 22.7 in --
Exterior
Length 178 in 164.2 in
Width 70.9 in 66.9 in
Height 48.1 in 48.6 in
Wheelbase 101.2 in 94.5 in

Available Options

1996 Nissan 300ZX
2 Dr 2+2 Hatchback
1995 Toyota MR2
2 Dr STD Coupe

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