Used 2009 Toyota Matrix XRS 4dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5A) Consumer Reviews
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Don't Believe the Negativity
matrix09lover, Kingman, AZ, 09/21/2013
Toyota Matrix XRS 4dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
40 of 41 people found this review helpful
I've owned my 2009 XRX Matrix since the 1st one came into the local showroom in Feb 2008. Positives: I get 27mpg in town & 30-35 on the freeway with the 2.4L engine. I'm 6'3" and have plenty of headroom. I love the smart gears which allow me extra power going up hills or lower gearing for the heavy snows. The storage is great and I've gotten lots of compliments on the rear seats. I love the peppiness and get up and go the car has when getting on the freeway. Cons: Yes, there is a lot of road noise and performance tires needed for the XRS trim are more expensive than regular tires and only last 36K-40K miles at the most. This is a great car. I plan on keeping it a long time.
Perfect for me
09trix, Pikeville, KY, 08/25/2012
Toyota Matrix XRS 4dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
24 of 24 people found this review helpful
I got this car over a year ago to replace my first car, an Oldsmobile that broke down at least once a month. As a young girl in college, I wanted something reliable that also looked nice. I love the unique look of the XRS, the interior is comfy, and everything is easy to use. I know a lot of people aren't happy with the gas mileage in the 2.4L but it's fine for me, I get about 30mpg on the highway. I also LOVE how much space it has; I was able to haul a full-size mattress in it! The only complaint I have is that it's a little cheaply made... the paint flakes off the hood way too easily and the interior scratches very easily. Other than that, no complaints. This car is just what I needed.
Best car I have owned
Anthony, Santa Clarita, CA, 09/15/2015
Toyota Matrix XRS 4dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
13 of 14 people found this review helpful
This car is great! Honestly the only thing I could want is more power!!!! But thats just my led foot and v8 love talking. I dont understand people saying the car has blind spots.... I haven't found one yet. I did add on the little 1inch bubble mirrors for extra help but I have always added that to all my cars. The get up and go rocks as long as you disengage the traction control... then you can screech the tires a bit. The ride in the xrs is a bit hard but ill a tribute that to the stiff sports suspension. Yah the car was a bit loud on the road but all Toyota's are. Add some dynamat from your local car audio shop and enjoy the car i did. Im 6'2" and have more than enough leg and head room in both the front and back seats.
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Didn't Know What I was Looking For Until I Found It
tandem2, Reston, VA, 02/03/2011
Toyota Matrix XRS 4dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I had been looking for a vehicle to give my 2001 Trooper a rest for the work commute. I had driven everything from BMW X3's to the Nissan Cube and was really getting disappointed. Then I got behind the wheeel of a 2009 Matrix XRS with 10k miles on it...WOW! Within 5 minutes I knew that I had found the vehicle I was looking for. Comfortable for my 6 foot frame, sporty, fun to drive, relatively economical and pretty darn practical for the exterior dimensions. It has been 3 months since the purchase and my wife and I are still commenting how pleased we are with the car. We some long (400+ mile) trips coming, and we are looking forward to them. Great job Toyota!
You can't be told what the Matrix is
Teebone, 04/27/2008
Toyota Matrix XRS 4dr Hatchback (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I've had this car for a week and I don't want to get out of it! I held out for the 2.4L Matrix and it was well worth the wait. Handles great, corners great, steering is a bit numb but the acceleration more than makes up for it. The 4-wheel independent suspension and 18" rims sold me for the XRS model... a real head-turner. This car is the sportiest thing a 6'3" driver can fit in and still have some resemblance of a back seat left. Getting in and out is a bit snug but once you find your settings it fells like you are part of the car. Vehicle Stability Control does make a noticeable difference. Ive been too excited to calculate MPG yet but all other features have lived up to the spec sheet.
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