Used 2009 Toyota Matrix S 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.4L 4cyl 4A) Consumer Reviews
Where is MPG?
I have not gotten an MPG over 20 mpg (mainly stop & go traffic), with the panels in the door column coming off. Mechanical noise coming from the engine contributed to the gas by the toyota dealership. the head rest is uncomfortable and unmovable. I thought Toyota was famous for their quality.
Mixed
I suspect engine, and starting reliability will be there, but I've got mixed feelings on build quality from a Toyota product, as all 4 doors sound differently when you close them, and passenger sounds like it's going to break. 20 mile commute is comfortable and all-wheel drive adds to the handling, fuel tank could be larger, and rear blind spots need attention.
- Base 4dr HatchbackMSRP: $5,95063 mi away
- Base 4dr HatchbackMSRP: $4,950147 mi away
- Base 4dr HatchbackMSRP: $8,299172 mi away
solid little car
We bought our Matrix early in January and have already put a few thousand miles on it. the conditions here in Maine have been tough - lots of snow, ice, temperatures down near zero. The Matrix has performed extremely well under all conditions. It is a safe, dependable little car.
Great little car
Best most reliable car I've ever owned. If Toyota had out in an extra gear for highway I would have given an extra star. I've got almost 140,000 miles and am only now starting to replace parts that usually need replacing, like struts, alternator, washer pump but the drive train is holding up very well, and I've had no break downs.
AWD Lacks Good MPG
I have had the AWD Matrix since July 2008 and overall, I like the car. The AWD system has been very nice to have this winter, but at a high cost. I am averaging just 22 MPG on the highway, which is lower than expected. Next time i am in the dealership I am going to have them check for problems. Also, on very long drives, the seats can become a bit uncomfortable. When the car is wet, water from the roof spills onto the rear seat when you open the back doors.