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2008 Toyota Matrix
2008 Toyota Matrix
| OVERVIEW | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 29 | 27 | 27 |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Basic Warranty | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. |
| Base Engine Type | gas | gas | gas |
| Total Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Cylinders | inline 4 | inline 4 | inline 4 |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| COLORS | XR 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M) | XR 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A) | 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior Colors | | | |
| Interior Colors | | | |
| Safety | XR 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M) | XR 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A) | 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 front headrests | true | true | true |
| 2 rear headrests | true | true | true |
| child seat anchors | true | true | true |
| daytime running lights | true | true | true |
| engine immobilizer | true | true | true |
| front seatbelt pretensioners | true | true | true |
| tire pressure monitoring | true | true | true |
| Rear center 3-point belt | true | true | true |
| Rear door child safety locks | true | true | true |
| Rear height adjustable headrests | true | true | true |
| Ventilated front disc / rear drum brakes | true | true | true |
| Comfort & Convenience | XR 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M) | XR 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A) | 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| cargo net | true | true | true |
| front and rear cupholders | true | true | true |
| front door pockets | true | true | true |
| remote trunk release | true | true | true |
| retained accessory power | true | true | false |
| speed-proportional power steering | true | true | true |
| tilt-adjustable steering wheel | true | true | true |
| cargo area light | true | true | true |
| front reading lights | true | true | false |
| interior air filtration | true | true | true |
| Air conditioning | true | true | true |
| Dual vanity mirrors | true | true | true |
| Fuel & MPG | XR 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M) | XR 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A) | 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 29 | 27 | 27 |
| EPA mileage est. (city/hwy) | 26/33 mpg | 25/31 mpg | 25/31 mpg |
| Fuel tank capacity | 13.2 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| range in miles (city/hwy) | 343.2/435.6 mi. | 330.0/409.2 mi. | 330.0/409.2 mi. |
| Engine | XR 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M) | XR 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A) | 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base engine size | 1.8 L | 1.8 L | 1.8 L |
| Base engine type | gas | gas | gas |
| Cam type | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) |
| Cylinders | inline 4 | inline 4 | inline 4 |
| Horsepower | 126 hp @ 6000 rpm | 126 hp @ 6000 rpm | 126 hp @ 6000 rpm |
| Torque | 122 ft-lbs. @ 4200 rpm | 122 ft-lbs. @ 4200 rpm | 122 ft-lbs. @ 4200 rpm |
| Valve timing | Variable | Variable | Variable |
| Valves | 16 | 16 | 16 |
| Measurements | XR 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M) | XR 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A) | 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cargo capacity, all seats in place | 21.8 cu.ft. | 21.8 cu.ft. | 21.8 cu.ft. |
| Curb weight | 2745 lbs. | 2822 lbs. | 2756 lbs. |
| Drag Coefficient | .32 Cd. | .32 Cd. | .32 Cd. |
| EPA interior volume | 118 cu.ft. | 118 cu.ft. | 118 cu.ft. |
| Front track | 59.6 in. | 59.6 in. | 59.9 in. |
| Ground clearance | 5.9 in. | 5.9 in. | 5.9 in. |
| Height | 61.6 in. | 61.6 in. | 61.6 in. |
| Length | 171.3 in. | 171.3 in. | 171.3 in. |
| Maximum cargo capacity | 53.2 cu.ft. | 53.2 cu.ft. | 53.2 cu.ft. |
| Rear track | 58.9 in. | 58.9 in. | 58.9 in. |
| wheelbase | 102.4 in. | 102.4 in. | 102.4 in. |
| Width | 69.9 in. | 69.9 in. | 69.9 in. |
| Turning circle | 36.8 ft. | 36.8 ft. | 36.8 ft. |
| Front Seats | XR 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M) | XR 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A) | 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4-way manual passenger seat adjustment | true | true | true |
| 6-way manual driver seat adjustments | true | true | false |
| bucket front seats | true | true | true |
| cloth | true | true | true |
| fold flat passenger seat | true | true | true |
| height-adjustable driver seat | true | true | false |
| front headroom | 40.6 in. | 40.6 in. | 40.6 in. |
| front hiproom | 51.7 in. | 51.7 in. | 51.7 in. |
| front legroom | 41.8 in. | 41.8 in. | 41.8 in. |
| Front shoulder room | 53.2 in. | 53.2 in. | 53.2 in. |
| 4-way manual driver seat adjustments | false | false | true |
| Rear Seats | XR 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M) | XR 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A) | 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| rear headroom | 39.8 in. | 39.8 in. | 39.8 in. |
| rear hiproom | 47.8 in. | 47.8 in. | 47.8 in. |
| rear legroom | 36.3 in. | 36.3 in. | 36.3 in. |
| Rear shoulder room | 52.6 in. | 52.6 in. | 52.6 in. |
| Split-folding rear seatback | true | true | true |
| Drive Train | XR 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M) | XR 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A) | 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drive type | front wheel drive | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Power Features | XR 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M) | XR 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A) | 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 one-touch power window | true | true | false |
| remote keyless power door locks | true | true | false |
| Heated mirrors | true | true | true |
| Power mirrors | true | true | false |
| Instrumentation | XR 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M) | XR 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A) | 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| clock | true | true | true |
| external temperature display | true | true | true |
| low fuel level warning | true | true | true |
| tachometer | true | true | true |
| Suspension | XR 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M) | XR 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A) | 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MacPherson strut front suspension | true | true | true |
| front independent suspension | true | true | true |
| torsion beam rear suspension | true | true | true |
| Front and rear stabilizer bar | true | true | true |
| In-Car Entertainment | XR 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M) | XR 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A) | 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 total speakers | true | true | true |
| mast antenna | true | true | true |
| AM/FM stereo | true | true | true |
| Warranty | XR 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M) | XR 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A) | 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. |
| powertrain | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. |
| Tires and Wheels | XR 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M) | XR 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A) | 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| full wheel covers | true | true | true |
| inside mounted spare tire | true | true | true |
| steel wheels | true | true | true |
| temporary spare tire | true | true | true |
| 16 x 6.5-in. wheels | true | true | true |
| all-season tires | true | true | true |
| P205/55R16 tires | true | true | true |
| Steel spare wheel | true | true | true |
| XR 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M) | XR 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A) | 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A) | |
|---|---|---|---|
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