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First Month
Fr4nk1yn, 05/01/2007
2007 Toyota Matrix 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
With gas prices threatening to be higher than last year I decided I needed my highly modified Oldsmobile Cutlass to NOT be my daily driver. A fully loaded Yaris is a rarity, but a loaded Matrix M-Theory is not. Compared to others the options to price seem very good. The best mileage so far has been 28 mpg of combo driving. That was with the dealer's complimentary tank, which leads me to believe it was over filled slightly. 25 mpg is the norm. Performance is anything but. The engine is NOT performance oriented at all. If you want something quick this isn't it. However it does handle quite well. Ride is firm, sometimes harsh, but still comfortable. For looks and features I'd recommend it.
High Hope's
Annie, 10/16/2018
2007 Toyota Matrix XR 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
I don't know what the deal is with my matrix, because I am a solid Toyota only kind of person. saw this cute little red matrix looked like a good price, 5 speed which is manual which is good for getting out into traffic with a 4 cylinder car, and don't hurt my kid to learn how to drive on that. but it has been repair, after repair, after repair, after repair, has been clutch now and the oxygen sensor and air conditioning and air conditioning still doesn't blow great and that's just in the 1st 2 months of owning it! now granted I bought it used but come on it only has like a 140000 miles on it that should be just breaking it in for a Toyota. Very disappointed. I love the look and style but it has not been dependable. I keep thinking what's next going to go wrong on this thing. Not to mention that what seem like a good price is now $2000 more because of all the repairs.
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Satisfied
Richard, 10/17/2006
2007 Toyota Matrix XR 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
I purchased a 2007 Matrix XR at the end of August. I wanted a car with a reliable reputation and ABS that went a bit beyond the Corolla that has been in the family for the last 5 years without any problems. I carefully read all reviews and find the car (to date) worth the investment. The fold down seats in the back are an advantage when the extra space is needed. Gas mileage (open road -36/37 mpg); city and open road about 27) is very good. I recently had the opportunity to drive my sons 2000 BMW 320i. I found the Matrix to be better handling; of course he can get to 40 mph or more in a 35 mph zone faster.
Every Car Should Be This Fun To Drive
canoe_junkie, 05/12/2008
2007 Toyota Matrix XR 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
The fact that I put on over 24k in the first year of ownership should tell you how much I like this car. My highway mileage when keeping the car between 65-70 has been routinely 38 mpg. In town, 29 mpg. In terms of "fun to drive factor", this car has not disappointed. By fun, I don't mean lots of torque. Think nimble, like a Mini Cooper or other small wheel base car with perhaps a little more oomph. The power is more than acceptable for a commuter car. The capacity is deceiving, with the seats down, I fit 8' lumber with no prob. Headroom is excellent, my 6'5" friend sits inside with room to spare. DIY maintenance has been easy with only oil & filt change and tire rotation every 5k.
Decent city car
M. Patrick, 08/17/2009
2007 Toyota Matrix XR 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I traded in a Subaru for the Matrix and I miss the power. The Toyota is a nice solid car and fits a dog well, lots of storage, very comfortable driving and comfortable for four adults. The center console is messy and doesn't fit a coffee cup w handle. Acceleration is kind of lame, you have to be light on the gas or you'll squeal the tires. I'll keep it because it's so economical and dependable. I haven't put a cent into it. But it is boring and really pretty terrible in the snow we have in Michigan.