Used 2005 Toyota Matrix Consumer Reviews
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Best car so far
Bill-B, 01/14/2005
2005 Toyota Matrix XR AWD 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
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Acceleration is to slow. Very good car. Best car ever for around $20,000
"GREAT" Purchase!!!
Julie Alvarado, 03/23/2006
2005 Toyota Matrix XR Fwd 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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It's been 11 months since I made a great choice to buy a Matrix XR. I was on the market for 3 months for a Toyota Corolla Sport, and as I walked onto the Penske dealership in Downey, CA I came across the funniest looking little wagon that somehow grew on me and till this day is still growing. I love the interior as well as the exterior. My whole family fits comfortably and I know we will all get to our destination in a reliable and safe manner.
Best choice for us
alvin lau, 01/14/2005
2005 Toyota Matrix XR AWD 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
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My round trip commute is 50 miles. I needed a safe, reliable, practical and economical car. After studying the competition (Honda CR-V, Subaru Legacy wagon, etc.) I decided on a Matrix XR 4WD & haven't been disappointed yet. The build quality appears good, the car has enough pep for stop & go traffic as well as cruising at 70+mph. Despite carrying two full-sized adults w/ defrost always on, I average 26mpg so far. The interior is quite roomy for a small car and the flexibility of the fold-flat seats is great. Things do slide around the back a bit but there are cargo nets and tie-downs. My Matrix is easy to maneuver, fun to drive and Toyota is generally reliable - recommended!
Love my Matrix
Maggie Montgomery, 02/19/2005
2005 Toyota Matrix XR AWD 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
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My 2005 Matrix is very well built, hugs the road so nicely, and makes not one unwanted sound. The motor is strong, has good pick-up, and handles easily. I feel quite secure driving. It has extra security with an engine immobilizer so that no one can start the car without a special key. Helps with my auto insurance.
2005 Matrix
Carol , 02/20/2005
2005 Toyota Matrix XR Fwd 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
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I like the car but was terribly disappointed with the gas mileage, I only get 26 mpg around town and very little more on the Hwy. I have a 1984 Mazda GLC that gets better mileage around town. Also I hit the edge of a patch of black top which had been removed to replace (approx 2") and the car jumped all over the road. Scary! I had hoped to save a lot more on gas and to feel pretty safe, for a small car--I don't. I make many trips to No. California and am back to driving my 4- Runner as the 4 miles a gallon I save is not worth the loss of space and security. And kill the seatbelt warning which goes off every time I have my small dog in the car or a briefcase. well, I wish I had something else