Used 2006 Toyota Matrix Wagon Consumer Reviews
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Must have picked the lemon
chosepoorly, 04/18/2009
2006 Toyota Matrix XR 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
Bought the car new and am a very careful owner. My last car, a Chevy housed outside in the elements, was 12 years old when I traded it in with very little problems. After 2 years, the fuel pump went. After 2 1/2 years, electrical system and sensors failed. Just after the warranty expired, multiple systems failed, requiring a new battery and $400 worth of repairs. I have to drive long distances for my new job and have to trade it because I don't know when or where it will fail next. Disappointing, considering Toyota's supposed quality.
My Toyota
D. Riddle, 03/15/2006
2006 Toyota Matrix XR 4dr Wagon AWD (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I had started out looking for a more fuel efficient SUV. I had never even heard of the Toyota Matrix. Went to the dealership to look at a Rav4. I found that the Matrix had more cargo space than the 2005 Rav4 I was looking at ... and was a more comfortable driving experience than the 2006 Rav4 that I was looking at. I am totally enjoying zipping around in this car. It feels solid and tight. More so than my old SUV. It sits higher than a sedan. I found a surprising fuel efficient option. Love it.
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I LOVE this car!
ohwise1, 12/25/2005
2006 Toyota Matrix XR 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Got the stability & traction control [had to wait 3 months for car], handles like a dream. 4" of snow fell not long after picking it up, no problems on hilly back roads. Nimble & stable, seats more supportive than ones in Camry I traded in, noise no worse either. No problem merging onto highways into traffic going over 60mph. Display lights need to be set up/down for night/day but that takes about a second, no big deal. Good gas mileage, good ride, lots of space, good little car. If you know how to drive, it will get up and go when needed. I got the auto but actually like the throaty growl it makes going up through the gears.
Great to Own, drive, and Practical
donger, 04/21/2006
2006 Toyota Matrix XRS 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I owned a porsche 911sc and this thing is nearly as fun to drive but unlike the 911 you can drive it with 4 passengers and all their luggage. This car does everthing you want it to do, it can be a mule and a racehorse all at the same time. I looked at a lot of cars (civic Si, Impreza, mazda 3s) and this was the best in nearly every category; passenger space, speed and handling, reliability (can't beat the japanese), looks. If you are in the market for a car like this you HAVE to drive the matrix to make a fully informed decision. I drove my XRS across the country last summer(CA to PA), through 104 heat, rain for 12 hours at a time and my back wasn't sore and the car never missed a step.
Great Car No Matter What Your Size!
1217trees, 02/07/2008
2006 Toyota Matrix XR 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have owned my Matrix for 2 years now. I love it. I am 5'2" and fit very comfortably and my son who is 6'6" has plenty of leg room and head clearance! This vehicle is so reliable and fun to drive. Love this car!