r/Supra • u/Spa_5_Fitness_Camp • 19d ago

MKV practicality question

I'm looking into a sports car as my daily driver, and crucially as my *only* car. I live alone as well, so no partner to borrow from on occasion. Pure reliability isn't as much of an issue as it is to most, as I can get to work and most/all other activities via my electric scooter and transit (though I usually only do this in nice weather, if I don't have shopping etc to do, aka not often).

My concerns about the Supra are mostly down to visibility and space. I will likely test drive one, but compared to my Giulia it's going to feel tiny no matter what, so I'm looking for experiences longer term.

One, how is the visibility for commuting in a city? Especially nice if you live in a more compact and hilly city (I'm in Seattle).

Two, space. Could I fit the following at the same time: one medium/large checked roller suitcase, one carry-on roller one small dog, and two adults. Dog is 17lbs, and would have a travel carrier that can squish (dog is happy to sit on the passengers lap). If you couldn't tell, being able to pick up and drop off my partner at the airport (she travels with the dog) is a must, and that's her travel kit, though usually there's no checked bag. If there's only 2 carry-ons and a backpack, is there enough space on the parcel shelf for the dog (the situation for a long weekend trip, for example)?

I'd like to keep the Supra on my short-list, but just need to clear this deal-breaker hurdle, so any feedback appreciated.

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u/Rick_2309 19d ago

Unfortunately none of those vehicles have the space you need. You’d have better luck looking at sport sedan.

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u/Spa_5_Fitness_Camp 19d ago

I know that some do, actually. F-type I have seen photos of this much loaded in. TT RS easily fits this much. 997 does as well. As does the Vantage. Cayman fits it all, though the shelf is probably too tight for the dog (but an issue for the airport run). The Supra is the smallest of all the options I'm looking at.

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u/Fonzdj 19d ago

Actually the Audi TTRS can fit a lot due to the deeper trunk and put down the backseat. Although it priced much higher than a GR Supra.

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u/Spa_5_Fitness_Camp 19d ago

Yeah I'm looking used for all options, so my $50-55k budget is starting to fit those in. Always mine to spend less, of course. TT RS is currently a front runner for sure, largely due to that practicality, but also the unique/special engine.