Used 2006 Toyota Matrix Wagon Consumer Reviews
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Could be better.
CJ, 11/10/2005
2006 Toyota Matrix XR 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Had a '93 Corolla. Decided to buy a Matrix based on experience w/ Toyota. This is a typical Toyota, very well built, drives fine. Driver legroom is not good, I'm 6-0. Right leg has very little room between the dash and center console. Drivers seat is very uncomfortable. I seem to fall to the right side in it. Hope it just needs breaking in but fear otherwise. Odometer/trip meter cycles with small button behind wheel that you can't push while driving. Can't see both trip/odo @ same time. I like to always see the odo. Air controls badly placed behind shifter. Cargo cover chintzy. Forced to buy cargo pad as none standard, cargo will shift w/out one. Based on legroom & seat comfort may not keep car very long.
Still loving it
Ed, 05/29/2008
2006 Toyota Matrix XR 4dr Wagon AWD (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Had my Matrix for almost 3 yrs. and still loving it. Do it yourself maintenance it's easy on it. Wife loves the AWD cause it kicks on Chicago's snowy streets. All around room and versatility also great. Very reliable, car feels as solid as it did on day one.
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It's fun - and cheep
John, 06/23/2006
2006 Toyota Matrix XR 4dr Wagon AWD (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Was looking at new Lexus ES 330s and decided their cost was more than I really could afford. Started looking at lesser cost mini SUVs. Had really never paid attention to Toyota other than the Lexus. The Matrix caught our eye and we grabbed it for the inherent quality we knew Toyota has. If you're looking for high Resale, overall Quality, Sporty good looks, very Economical, good Comfort and a deceptively Roomy little rig,, look at the Toyota Matrix as your next car. We very much like ours because it fills our and most peoples needs.
Very happy with purchase
terry, 02/27/2007
2006 Toyota Matrix XR 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We have had the matrix now for over about 1.5 years and she has performed beautifully. 17k miles and not one trip back to the dealership. Gas mileage is 35 combined. the manual is fun to drive and has good acceleration. I bought this for my wife, but I admit that I enjoy driving it every now and then when I want to give my truck a rest.
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Zoobiezoo, 09/21/2006
2006 Toyota Matrix XR 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The car rides so smooth. the seats are very comfortable, and the interior is very roomy. The exterior stlying is really nice, and the color Cosmic Blue is the greatest. The Dealer is very accommodating, and I feel like I'm the only person who has ever bought a car there.
Seems to have been an excellent decision
TEEJAY, 12/26/2006
2006 Toyota Matrix 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Well with almost 16k on it now we haven't had one single problem! At first I thought my wife was crazy for wanting a 5 speed, but then I drove the Matrix. I love the intial acceleration that the manual offers. I leave all of those big gas hog SUVs sitting at the stop light and pass them again sitting at the gas pumps! We are averaging high 30s overall. On a long trip you can get over 40 mpg if you set the cruise at 70 mph. I plan on driving this thing well over 200k so I use synthetic motor oil and change every 5k when the maint. light comes on. I also installed a k&n filter which gives me a little more HP! Go Toyota!
Solid and versatile
Northeast driver, 06/23/2006
2006 Toyota Matrix XR 4dr Wagon AWD (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have owned the Matrix for a little over 8 months and living in the Northeast have driven it in all types of weather with complete confidence. I have found the ride comfortable and the handling enjoyable. The interior room is superior to many larger cars. And I feel the versatility in unmatched. Other reviewers have stated that the vehicle could use more power. Yes, more power would be nice, however, only if the MPGs would increase or stay the same. I have yet to experience a situation where the engine power was not sufficient and most of my driving includes highway miles.
Very Good
MJ, 03/02/2006
2006 Toyota Matrix 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I like my Matrix, however, I would like it even more if it came with a cruise control. It was the only 2006 on the lot, and at the time did not think it would matter. After owning one, I find that it does matter. Because it drives so smooth on the highway that before realizing it, I catch myself speeding. It would also be nice if it had an interrior dome light. All the other things it comes with are awesome! But without the cruise control and the interrior lights, I'm thinking about trading it in for one that has it. But looking around, it's amazing how having those two features jacks-up the price of the car way too much.
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Trish, 06/24/2019
2006 Toyota Matrix 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
A Toyota Matrix is an amazing car as we owned one before. We bought this one a couple years newer.
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value
Great little car for the Money.
Paul, 11/12/2005
2006 Toyota Matrix 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Great Car. It rides smooth with crisp handling. It will stop on a dime and accelerate quickly through traffic. It's quiet running and its styling has an aggressive look. The fit and finish is amazing. It gets great gas mileage and its reliable, a great alternative to a gas guzzling Jeep!