I've got a 1992 that has been in the family since my dad drove it off the showroom floor. I inherited it when he passed so it has tremendous sentimental value - and only 110k miles on it... When that Toyota engine gives out - you'll likely be getting another one to play with! Great work, great video, kinda makes me want to stop doing oil changes to expedite the conversation.
I am a big fan of petrol engines, but if this is the future I preffer one electric car converted from 90's than the new electric cars like the Nissan Leaf for example.
I agree. I actually would like to see classic cars being converted. It keeps the looks, but its electric. You can even get better performance once graphene batteries and things like it get to mainstream consumers. Yeah, there isn't a classic big block V8, but it would still be cool.
Saw this recently at a public charger and at first I was disappointed thinking another station has been iced. Then I see the owner plug it in... Great work!
It's to bad they never disclose the tag price of parts and labor, I'm assuming probably and short on the $20Ks, but my question is, is worth it all this money for a range of 100 miles, to me that's a waste!
@@orcastrike7750 Mostly because people didn't like the motor much. Which is what they replaced. Either that or they're some snobby POS with no life so they constantly bitch whenever someone does something they can't
Michael Capobianco Huge swing and a miss there. Why hang those batteries way out in the extremities when you’ve got the perfect place right there where the stock fuel cell was?
Gears decrease power output and efficiency...... and they put the battery in the dumbest possible places it’s a 4 cylinder how much more efficient do you need, a 2zz would’ve been cheaper and better than all that bullshit... sweet paint job tho
Great looking conversion. It would have been nice to see how you fit the 260Ah cells. Plus I'm surprised you are running 38 of them since HPEV has reported some issues with that high a voltage and recommends only running 36 cells.
I'm on the research/planning phase of doing my own conversion, and right now my Plan A is this car, with these specs, but then with a replica/kit to convert it to look like a Ferrari Dino 246 from jhclassics. So thanks for the video, it helps to see someone else's set up.
As has already been asked, How much money did the conversion for this car cost? Also, what is the life-span rating of the batteries? How long should they last for, and how much money would it cost to just replace the batteries in this particular car? Thank you for your response EV West...
Michael, Excellent build and an excellent plug for the AC-50 HPEVS system. I think many have the idea that the AC-50 is not really suitable for the heavier vehicles and pretty much only for the VW type kit car platform. Nice to see it really can do well in other vehicles. Looks nice and clean. I look forward to seeing others builds in the future. Pete :) What kind of speeds from 0 - 60 will this do and what about top speeds?
Great video,, any chance of seeing a conversion kit for sale anytime soon? I'm sure people would appreciate it, just as much as the Porsche and VW kits readily available.
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Coincidentally I was also watching MCM when I searched this video, but for a completely unrelated reason. I was watching their turbo Mercedes episode where they were making diesel fuel from waste oils and I thought to myself, that'll be a great way to keep my car on the road after they stop selling fuel, but my MR2 isn't diesel and I figured, if I'm going to convert my MR2 to an alternative power source, rather than diesel, why not electric? And so here I am.
So im a little confused. I literally just started doing research on these and it seems like they have to be manual transmisions. I always thought electric was always 1 gear. If you get to still shift and its electric im way more excited. My issue is how do you know when to shift or why? Also what kinda power is this making in terms of conversation to WHP?
+Clesarie It's still geared because the MR2 was originally geared, but in reality you wouldn't need to shift much at all - you would just put in in 3rd or 5th and leave it there, and not touch the clutch pedal because the motor doesn't need to idle like an engine when the car is stationary. You can shift if you want to, but the only time there is any point is if you need ridiculously high torque and are willing to sacrifice top speed by using a low gear.
+Omar Smith But wouldn't launching in 2nd or 3rd gear put too much strain on that stock gearbox? Does the owner shift at all? Or just leaves it on a middle gear?
+Dennis Santos the gearbox is designed to handle the stress of starting from stationary, the gear being used doesn't have much bearing on this in an electric application. In a normal engine, too high a gear would stall the engine because it can't produce the torque (turning force) being required of it at low speed, but as electric motors can output their full torque strength regardless of what speed they are running at, this is not an issue. Of course, there are limits to the torque you can put through the stock gearbox - the same goes for the drive shaft and clutch, if you install a more powerful motor than the original engine was and accelerate flat out, you could bust the clutch or twist the drive shaft, but a correctly matched motor won't damage the gearbox.
Omar Smith Yes, of course. But what I'm wondering is if the maximum torque permitted on second, third or higher gears is less than first. As you said, a gas engine would likely stall, trying to pull away in those gears, so I'm guessing that OEM manufacturers factor that into gearbox design based on weight and cost vs material strength, even gearwheel location on the shafts/layshafts. Since an electric motor produces maximum torque at 0 rpm, isn't it more likely to overload a second or third gear by launching in those? This may be completely out of context but on multi speed bicycles it isn't recommended that the rider selects the lowest "granny" gear up front and the smaller(est) sprockets on the wheel hub at the same time, so as to avoid overloading the drivetrain (in addition to severely crossing the chain).
Wow, this has been beautifully done, If I had a handsome amount of money to spend on it, I'd have it converted into a Diesel-Electric Hybrid, like a train. But I got a Diesel engine conversion done in my 1991 MR2 SW20 as part of my final year student project, just to see what happens when you combine a lightweight aerodynamic sports car and a powerful fuel efficient diesel engine.
Just in case anyone is curious how much this conversion would cost in parts alone, I found that EV West offers a conversion kit for $6,988 (plus a battery system, including cables, fuses, and contactor box). My guess is the battery system will run another $10,000 so you are talking around $17,000 for the conversion. www.evwest.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=219
The center tunnel is the stock location for the gasoline tank. Did you utilize this space for batteries or anything useful? Good on you to have a heater...does this vehicle have air conditioning cooling too?
so wait you can use a 5 speed does that mean you have to shift in the different gears to go faster or just leave it in any of the gears you put it into?
Just curious as to why you put the batteries in the trunk instead of reusing the the fuel tank area? Would be better for weight distribution if you're trying to get the car to handle well.
So you take a mid engine car because of the mass distribution. Then mount a (much) lighter motor in the engine bay. And then add all the battery mass OUTSIDE the axles? Being 50/50 looks nice on paper but that battery placement cannot work favorably compared to putting them down the center-line, between the axles.
What kind of improvement have you been getting with the water jacket sink for the Curtis controller? I have been looking at a few and thermal damage seems to be a common problem. I suspect it was to do with the way they have the through board thermal plane on the fets and heat soak inside the case. It would be who of Curtis to have a water cooling jacket mount to the other side of the fet boards, thermally isolating the output stage, and providing addition noise shielding for the controller board. There are like 96 fets on the 3 phase output drive between two different pcbs, as well as a control board and a power conditioning board all stacked into that case. I am guessing that dc converter is just a 12v buck converter for the car? Quite interesting work over there. You guys needing an ex nuke em EE anytime in the future? Keep up the good work!
I being looking and studying the possibility to do a conversion in my 93 Nissan 300 zx, car is in good condition but as high mileage. I took a good look of this setup, even if both cars have significant differences, but in size are pretty much the same. In another way after removing of extras none necessary to the conversion, I will end up with a lot more space than the MR2. My intentions are buit something in at least a 200 mile range, and if possible with a little kick on the take of. I already send two emails to EV west, let's hope that they will have a little time for me. For now just waiting!
how would you configure the OEM and how many battery modules used to travel far distances.????????? ( i eventually want to put solar panels on my car to charge on its own)
Beautiful car! What's the performance specs? I'm surprised you don't have a flat panel on the bottom of the car or do you? This is why I love EV West. They make their cars with enough power to be desirable.
I have the Toyota celeca gtr with a mr2 turbo engine up front and was hoping to put an electric motor to the back wheels :-) making a 4wheel drive 4 wheel stear monster any ideas how you're firm could help with this idea ?
Yes, when you get to Tesla power levels you certainly don't need a transmission, and even lower powered OEM EV's use a single speed gear reduction. Most conversions do keep the transmission and use at least two of the gears.
Ok, as usually conversion drops the Gearbox or at least keep it locked on a gear (2nd or 3rd) I wondered what was the benefit for an EV. Even Tesla rolledback when they used a gearbox on the roadster, though the power is totally different.
People asking about prices = their prices are on their website.. go have a look, i just did.. Tip 1 = use google if you can't figure out the website address.. Tip 2 = be imaginative and try typing in something, like, umm... "evwest.com" Tip 3 = accept the tips with humour.. ;-)
They could be using a variable frequency drive to control the battery to ac power and the speed of the motor. That is the way most new heating a ventilation system now are designed. A VFD works by converting ac to Dc and then chopping the DC voltage to the ac frequency needed. In a battery powered car they just chop the dc power.
Not strange at all, cost effective actually, and allows you to get the most out of a moderate power setup. The AC50 motor and controller are voltage limited so you still need a gearbox.
cody marabante This car uses the original clutch and gearbox like they say in the video. You can shift like a normal car or you can just set a gear and forget.
Hello, I'm building a city car based EV right now. Regarding this conversion and retrofitting of the new components, does it really affects the CG and the overall handling of the car? Well, the battery weighs a lot and it's placement is crucial I think :D Greetings from Indonesia :D
You can build your own car using the batteries from these other cars. A guy already has a crashed Tesla, he is going to turn his Double VW Van which is two vans put together into an electric vehicle using all the Tesla parts.
I would say probably even worse than original due to the fact half the batteries are behind the prayer wheels now. Probably handles much like the older rear engine 911. But still a cool project.
I've got a 1992 that has been in the family since my dad drove it off the showroom floor. I inherited it when he passed so it has tremendous sentimental value - and only 110k miles on it... When that Toyota engine gives out - you'll likely be getting another one to play with! Great work, great video, kinda makes me want to stop doing oil changes to expedite the conversation.
lol @ "so now I'm going to show you".... "well actually you can't see anything"
I am a big fan of petrol engines, but if this is the future I preffer one electric car converted from 90's than the new electric cars like the Nissan Leaf for example.
I agree. I actually would like to see classic cars being converted. It keeps the looks, but its electric. You can even get better performance once graphene batteries and things like it get to mainstream consumers. Yeah, there isn't a classic big block V8, but it would still be cool.
MAsonTRIX I'll love to see it, u will upload some videos to YT?? Please I wanna see it, even in a car like yours is one of my favorite jdms from 90's
MAsonTRIX Thanks bro, I'll check it ;)
Saw this recently at a public charger and at first I was disappointed thinking another station has been iced. Then I see the owner plug it in... Great work!
Somehow, an MR2 feels like a good car to do an electric conversion on
It's garbage
@@JimmyPtheman ?? Why?
It's to bad they never disclose the tag price of parts and labor, I'm assuming probably and short on the $20Ks, but my question is, is worth it all this money for a range of 100 miles, to me that's a waste!
@@louteix9981 it’s definitely not good as a daily driver, but if I had to guess it’s probably tons of fun driving it hard!
@@orcastrike7750 Mostly because people didn't like the motor much. Which is what they replaced. Either that or they're some snobby POS with no life so they constantly bitch whenever someone does something they can't
So you didn't utilize the center fuel tank area for batteries?
Michael Capobianco
Huge swing and a miss there. Why hang those batteries way out in the extremities when you’ve got the perfect place right there where the stock fuel cell was?
I think they tried to even out the weight distribution. The car is probably a little more stable, but it kinda ruins the point of the MR2
Gears decrease power output and efficiency...... and they put the battery in the dumbest possible places it’s a 4 cylinder how much more efficient do you need, a 2zz would’ve been cheaper and better than all that bullshit... sweet paint job tho
@ 3:20 "Let’s just give it a little gas." 😀
Great looking conversion. It would have been nice to see how you fit the 260Ah cells. Plus I'm surprised you are running 38 of them since HPEV has reported some issues with that high a voltage and recommends only running 36 cells.
I'm on the research/planning phase of doing my own conversion, and right now my Plan A is this car, with these specs, but then with a replica/kit to convert it to look like a Ferrari Dino 246 from jhclassics. So thanks for the video, it helps to see someone else's set up.
Can't believe I'm just now seeing this. One of my favorite cars. And it's electric 😳
Really fun projects you just can’t think that you would be helping the planet by driving or converting one of these.
As has already been asked, How much money did the conversion for this car cost? Also, what is the life-span rating of the batteries? How long should they last for, and how much money would it cost to just replace the batteries in this particular car? Thank you for your response EV West...
Michael,
Excellent build and an excellent plug for the AC-50 HPEVS system. I think many have the idea that the AC-50 is not really suitable for the heavier vehicles and pretty much only for the VW type kit car platform. Nice to see it really can do well in other vehicles. Looks nice and clean.
I look forward to seeing others builds in the future.
Pete :)
What kind of speeds from 0 - 60 will this do and what about top speeds?
MANS HIT THE DRIFT ??? YOOOOO NEXT LEVEL
The work is excellent. I question the weight being pushed to the front and rear of the chassis.
As you can see there's not much to see! Excellent :) I love this.
Great video,, any chance of seeing a conversion kit for sale anytime soon? I'm sure people would appreciate it, just as much as the Porsche and VW kits readily available.
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PLEASE, EV-West, open up a store in Germany and start converting BMW E30s or other great cars. People will love you!!!!
3:18 "Give it a little of gas"
oh the irony!
GIve it a little Juice :P
Wow only just found this. Love it, another great EV west conversion 👍
Yep Moog brought me here :)
That was a long Time ago mate.. I dont know wich episode.. I tought it was mcmtv channel
Coincidentally I was also watching MCM when I searched this video, but for a completely unrelated reason.
I was watching their turbo Mercedes episode where they were making diesel fuel from waste oils and I thought to myself, that'll be a great way to keep my car on the road after they stop selling fuel, but my MR2 isn't diesel and I figured, if I'm going to convert my MR2 to an alternative power source, rather than diesel, why not electric? And so here I am.
WOW! I know this video is four years old but this is my dream car.
Mine too!
Mine too denis I was thinking about doing an ev conversion to this same car and looked it up and wow it’s super cool
plan is to do this for mine, too. will try get my hands on a motor deserving of the mr2 legacy.
So im a little confused. I literally just started doing research on these and it seems like they have to be manual transmisions. I always thought electric was always 1 gear. If you get to still shift and its electric im way more excited. My issue is how do you know when to shift or why?
Also what kinda power is this making in terms of conversation to WHP?
+Clesarie It's still geared because the MR2 was originally geared, but in reality you wouldn't need to shift much at all - you would just put in in 3rd or 5th and leave it there, and not touch the clutch pedal because the motor doesn't need to idle like an engine when the car is stationary.
You can shift if you want to, but the only time there is any point is if you need ridiculously high torque and are willing to sacrifice top speed by using a low gear.
+Omar Smith But wouldn't launching in 2nd or 3rd gear put too much strain on that stock gearbox? Does the owner shift at all? Or just leaves it on a middle gear?
+Dennis Santos the gearbox is designed to handle the stress of starting from stationary, the gear being used doesn't have much bearing on this in an electric application. In a normal engine, too high a gear would stall the engine because it can't produce the torque (turning force) being required of it at low speed, but as electric motors can output their full torque strength regardless of what speed they are running at, this is not an issue.
Of course, there are limits to the torque you can put through the stock gearbox - the same goes for the drive shaft and clutch, if you install a more powerful motor than the original engine was and accelerate flat out, you could bust the clutch or twist the drive shaft, but a correctly matched motor won't damage the gearbox.
Omar Smith Yes, of course. But what I'm wondering is if the maximum torque permitted on second, third or higher gears is less than first. As you said, a gas engine would likely stall, trying to pull away in those gears, so I'm guessing that OEM manufacturers factor that into gearbox design based on weight and cost vs material strength, even gearwheel location on the shafts/layshafts. Since an electric motor produces maximum torque at 0 rpm, isn't it more likely to overload a second or third gear by launching in those?
This may be completely out of context but on multi speed bicycles it isn't recommended that the rider selects the lowest "granny" gear up front and the smaller(est) sprockets on the wheel hub at the same time, so as to avoid overloading the drivetrain (in addition to severely crossing the chain).
It makes 76 HP
0-60?
yes.
Ironically that motor/controller combo has a much more narrow power band than the 3SGE that came in that car, and about half the peak power.
No
So, if the car is lighter does that help get range alongside with power?
I'm curious as to the performance of this set up.
Wow, this has been beautifully done, If I had a handsome amount of money to spend on it, I'd have it converted into a Diesel-Electric Hybrid, like a train.
But I got a Diesel engine conversion done in my 1991 MR2 SW20 as part of my final year student project, just to see what happens when you combine a lightweight aerodynamic sports car and a powerful fuel efficient diesel engine.
And what were the results?
@@dvs4201 Sounds like it killed him
Just in case anyone is curious how much this conversion would cost in parts alone, I found that EV West offers a conversion kit for $6,988 (plus a battery system, including cables, fuses, and contactor box). My guess is the battery system will run another $10,000 so you are talking around $17,000 for the conversion.
www.evwest.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=219
The center tunnel is the stock location for the gasoline tank. Did you utilize this space for batteries or anything useful? Good on you to have a heater...does this vehicle have air conditioning cooling too?
so wait you can use a 5 speed does that mean you have to shift in the different gears to go faster or just leave it in any of the gears you put it into?
nice conversion and good car to do it with.
Just curious as to why you put the batteries in the trunk instead of reusing the the fuel tank area? Would be better for weight distribution if you're trying to get the car to handle well.
So you take a mid engine car because of the mass distribution. Then mount a (much) lighter motor in the engine bay. And then add all the battery mass OUTSIDE the axles?
Being 50/50 looks nice on paper but that battery placement cannot work favorably compared to putting them down the center-line, between the axles.
What is the estimated cost of converting a potential vehicle?
What kind of improvement have you been getting with the water jacket sink for the Curtis controller? I have been looking at a few and thermal damage seems to be a common problem. I suspect it was to do with the way they have the through board thermal plane on the fets and heat soak inside the case. It would be who of Curtis to have a water cooling jacket mount to the other side of the fet boards, thermally isolating the output stage, and providing addition noise shielding for the controller board. There are like 96 fets on the 3 phase output drive between two different pcbs, as well as a control board and a power conditioning board all stacked into that case. I am guessing that dc converter is just a 12v buck converter for the car? Quite interesting work over there. You guys needing an ex nuke em EE anytime in the future? Keep up the good work!
whats with the good balance of the car after putting the heavy batteries in the front? whats the weight of the motorsystem compared to the batteries?
I being looking and studying the possibility to do a conversion in my 93 Nissan 300 zx, car is in good condition but as high mileage.
I took a good look of this setup, even if both cars have significant differences, but in size are pretty much the same.
In another way after removing of extras none necessary to the conversion, I will end up with a lot more space than the MR2.
My intentions are buit something in at least a 200 mile range, and if possible with a little kick on the take of.
I already send two emails to EV west, let's hope that they will have a little time for me.
For now just waiting!
Any comment on using the Miata Kit with a non-turbo, 2nd generation RX-7?
Very nice, but no air con or spare tire anymore?
Why did you choose to electrically heat and pump coolant into the heater core instead of replacing the heater core with an electric heater?
I like it but im worried putting all that weight in the front kinda kills the handiling, maybe move more of it back to the boot?
nice work ev west keep going very nice .
Quick question. How much would it cost to convert an 1.8 4 cylinder Toyota Celica to an electric motor.
how would you configure the OEM and how many battery modules used to travel far distances.?????????
( i eventually want to put solar panels on my car to charge on its own)
My BMW "E" 90, that would be so cool to do. Wonder how much it would be...
How much did this EV conversion cost? I have an MR2 and would consider doing a conversion on mine please =)
So the spare wheel under the front hood had to go to make room for the batteries?
Beautiful car! What's the performance specs? I'm surprised you don't have a flat panel on the bottom of the car or do you?
This is why I love EV West. They make their cars with enough power to be desirable.
whats it cost to convert a gasoline car over to Electric and what is the driving range one one of your conversions?
Performance? 0 to 60 and quarter mile?
can you do a dodge ram truck?? how much does it cost??
What size battery did you put into the car you drove?
I'm curious about what it would cost for the full setup. Looking at a few salvage title MR2s.
So you guys do conversions for customers! if I get the money I want to convert my 1997 Accord.
I have the Toyota celeca gtr with a mr2 turbo engine up front and was hoping to put an electric motor to the back wheels :-) making a 4wheel drive 4 wheel stear monster any ideas how you're firm could help with this idea ?
Yes, when you get to Tesla power levels you certainly don't need a transmission, and even lower powered OEM EV's use a single speed gear reduction. Most conversions do keep the transmission and use at least two of the gears.
Ok, as usually conversion drops the Gearbox or at least keep it locked on a gear (2nd or 3rd) I wondered what was the benefit for an EV.
Even Tesla rolledback when they used a gearbox on the roadster, though the power is totally different.
Do you guys have any issues with the bare HV connections in the engine bay, or is it just me?
Would love to see more videos of your conversions.
This is sick, I’m seriously considering doing this.
does this work with mk1 mr2?
I'm about to do a deep dive into this
@@HunterHartline theoretically yes, but there isnt any battery room
@@greynolds17 Makes sense
sweet, clean build. EVs rock.
Strangely you kept the gearbox. Was it a request from the customer ?
People asking about prices = their prices are on their website.. go have a look, i just did..
Tip 1 = use google if you can't figure out the website address..
Tip 2 = be imaginative and try typing in something, like, umm... "evwest.com"
Tip 3 = accept the tips with humour.. ;-)
How much did this conversion cost and how long did it take? Do you have some sort of warranty for the battery?
They could be using a variable frequency drive to control the battery to ac power and the speed of the motor. That is the way most new heating a ventilation system now are designed. A VFD works by converting ac to Dc and then chopping the DC voltage to the ac frequency needed. In a battery powered car they just chop the dc power.
how hard would it be to get this to work on a 89 Toyota 4x4 Pickup?
All that hard work. No kouki tail lights...
Not strange at all, cost effective actually, and allows you to get the most out of a moderate power setup. The AC50 motor and controller are voltage limited so you still need a gearbox.
Did you use an AC 3 phase induction motor?
So now its nose heavy? The engine bay looks badass tho! Great job.
What is better... An A/C motor or DC motor? Building my own EV and just needed some clarity.
What was the approximate cost for this converstion? I have the same MR2 sitting around needing a new motor..
Love it! I would love to work with you guys and learn!
Hello! Why does it has different gears?
so are you getting an average of 40 miles with a 8 hours of charging down time?
What is the Kw of the motor and how many Kw can the battery take?
With these cars, do you need to use the clutch when putting it in to first gear?
clutch is not necessary in electric vehicles.
So then how do you shift in high rpms?
cody marabante This car uses the original clutch and gearbox like they say in the video. You can shift like a normal car or you can just set a gear and forget.
What's the weight and weight distribution?
What is the cost of this particular conversion ?
How long would it take to change?
Hello, I'm building a city car based EV right now. Regarding this conversion and retrofitting of the new components, does it really affects the CG and the overall handling of the car? Well, the battery weighs a lot and it's placement is crucial I think :D
Greetings from Indonesia :D
Aditya Rachmanto i mean the longitudinal position of the battery, not the CG height
If you have the car, what would the cost of this type of conversion run?
Is it possible two double this power? Doing a convertion to a trd 2000 gt, need to do it justice.
What about a for wheel drive, one motor per wheel system?
How much would that conversion cost today?
I think more than if you buy brand new electric car like nissan leaf.
You can build your own car using the batteries from these other cars. A guy already has a crashed Tesla, he is going to turn his Double VW Van which is two vans put together into an electric vehicle using all the Tesla parts.
TekReview's Yeah,how often you get crashed tesla $100K car??! It is still very expensive to convert any car to EV and you end up with old car..
Go to EVTV and learn. Conversion sometimes is cheaper then an OEM car.
MB031 I have ridden in this car. It feels and looks like a new car and is very responsive and cool.
how do you have a converter with an AC motor?
Conversion kits for comareo or mustang?
Range. Cost of materias needed? Cost of paying you labor to install? Thx
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How much did the conversion cost?
do you guys make hybrids
How much do you want for the MR2?? if you dont want to sell it,then how do you guys charge for conversions?
ViceVersa Musik their website sells it for 7k
How you spend on the bank of bateries?
Any idea of the range on this conversion??
Very cool video!
Did you guys stop making videos?
does it still snap oversteer ?
of course it does
I would say probably even worse than original due to the fact half the batteries are behind the prayer wheels now. Probably handles much like the older rear engine 911.
But still a cool project.
How much and where can the kit be ordered ?
What would be an aprox cost for a conversion like that?
Am I right in guestimating that this car gets about 250Wh/mi? 31.6kWh pack, 25.3kWh if you only use 80%.
i thought all mr2 had rear engine setup?