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5 out of 5 stars

First toyota

otto mattioli, 07/27/2005
2005 Toyota Matrix XR Fwd 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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Excellent entry/exit makes this the best size for my wife and I, both in or late 60's. We dont have to crawl under a steering wheel like some of the newer cars or climb up like some of the big suv's seat/steering wheel adjusment is great. Would recommend this wagon to anyone I can.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

best compromise

to work and back, 09/06/2004
2005 Toyota Matrix XR AWD 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
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Vechile purchased to meet mileage, saftey and poor road conditions( rain/snow). Driver comfort a plus due to long commute. Interior space very good for both front and rear seat passengers. Interior space accomodations for items very good due to flat fold seats and deck material. Standard features and xr option packages left little to be desired.

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5 out of 5 stars

my baby

yankeezbaby24, 09/25/2004
2005 Toyota Matrix XR Fwd 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
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i luv this car..its my very first car and its awesome.....i loved toyota ever since my dad had his toyota...

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Magnificant Matrix

buddyl030, 10/01/2004
2005 Toyota Matrix XR Fwd 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
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With the rear seats down its a cargo van. Seats 4 comfortably but taxes the engine somewhat. I am averaging 33-34 mpg. With the gear shifter in the park position the heater/ac/fan switches are hard to access. Handles like a sports car. Corners flat and precise.

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5 out of 5 stars

Exceeded my expectations; Love it

Debra, 08/28/2005
2005 Toyota Matrix XR AWD 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
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I've had my 2005 XR AWD for 3 months now. It has really exceeded my expectations. Not one problem, and it's so solid, practical and well designed that I don't know why it doesn't get more attention (maybe a name change would help). It's perfect for my needs, great for shopping and transporting stuff, and the mpg are in line with the expected rating. I don't miss my jeep v8 grand cherokee at all (especially the gas guzzling). So comfortable and easy, great value for the $$$, a real joy to own and drive. What a nice surprise!

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