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Along with the 2009 Corolla's debut came the Matrix. The Matrix is a much younger member of the Toyota family and a very successful type of vehicle in much of the world. Many of us want a small and inexpensive vehicle but need space, so raising the roof and adding some style is an answer to the Corolla-haters.
Only the mid-range Matrix will offer all-wheel drive, meaning the added weight penalty can't be overcome by the more powerful 2.4L engine that's also seen in the Corolla. 2.4's mate with the XRS badge, while base and S models use a 1.8L. Fuel economy for the 1.8L four-cylinder should be over 30mpg whether you choose (and choose you should) the automatic or manual transmission. The larger four-cylinder mates with that manual or gains an extra gear in automatic versions.
Toyota enhanced the style quotient of the Matrix, but it won't be to all tastes. Who cares? Desire ye a Corolla which nobody will even take note of as "the new one" or a car that actually challenges your inner design palate. Besides, whether you enjoy the appearance of the shovel nose and funny rear window shape, the Matrix makes its best and biggest statement when the rear hatch is opened.
It's been 50 years since Toyota opened up shop in the USA, but a present-day Corolla could only dream of showing the progress displayed by the next Matrix. Expect to see plenty (especially you, Canadian readers) on roads come late winter.
- 2009 Toyota Matrix Prices Announced
The redesigned 2009 Toyota Matrix is set to go on sale at dealerships in early February with base MSRP ranging from $16,190 to $21,850. Toyota’s compact crossover is offered in three distinct grades, Standard, S and XRS and two different four-cylinder...
- 2009 Toyota Corolla & Matrix To Premiere At Sema Show
We don’t quite understand the logic behind the unveiling of standard, everyday cars at an event like the SEMA Show (Specialty Equipment Market Association), especially when the LA Show is just around the corner (Nov. 14). Nevertheless, if that...
- Toyota Matrix Sales Figures
Here you will find monthly and yearly Canadian sales figures for the Toyota Matrix. Use the dropdown at the top right of this page or at GCBC's Sales Stats home to find sales figures for any other vehicle currently on sale in North America. MonthToyota...
- Top 10 Best-selling Cars In America - April 2010
It's a naming thing, pure and simple. Officially, the Toyota Matrix is a Toyota Corolla Matrix. As a result, added to the U.S. sales total of the Toyota Corolla is the Toyota Matrix. Granted, the Matrix isn't a huge seller in the United States;...
- Joint Toyota / Gm Recall
There's nothing like "Toyota" and "Recall" to catch the attention of the auto aware. Causing simultaneous reactions from the General Motors faithful? That's fun. This is one recall that actually developed after injuries. Toyota's Corolla and...
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Along with the 2009 Corolla's debut came the Matrix. The Matrix is a much younger member of the Toyota family and a very successful type of vehicle in much of the world. Many of us want a small and inexpensive vehicle but need space, so raising the roof and adding some style is an answer to the Corolla-haters.Only the mid-range Matrix will offer all-wheel drive, meaning the added weight penalty can't be overcome by the more powerful 2.4L engine that's also seen in the Corolla. 2.4's mate with the XRS badge, while base and S models use a 1.8L. Fuel economy for the 1.8L four-cylinder should be over 30mpg whether you choose (and choose you should) the automatic or manual transmission. The larger four-cylinder mates with that manual or gains an extra gear in automatic versions.
Toyota enhanced the style quotient of the Matrix, but it won't be to all tastes. Who cares? Desire ye a Corolla which nobody will even take note of as "the new one" or a car that actually challenges your inner design palate. Besides, whether you enjoy the appearance of the shovel nose and funny rear window shape, the Matrix makes its best and biggest statement when the rear hatch is opened.
It's been 50 years since Toyota opened up shop in the USA, but a present-day Corolla could only dream of showing the progress displayed by the next Matrix. Expect to see plenty (especially you, Canadian readers) on roads come late winter.
- 2009 Toyota Matrix Prices Announced
The redesigned 2009 Toyota Matrix is set to go on sale at dealerships in early February with base MSRP ranging from $16,190 to $21,850. Toyota’s compact crossover is offered in three distinct grades, Standard, S and XRS and two different four-cylinder...
- 2009 Toyota Corolla & Matrix To Premiere At Sema Show
We don’t quite understand the logic behind the unveiling of standard, everyday cars at an event like the SEMA Show (Specialty Equipment Market Association), especially when the LA Show is just around the corner (Nov. 14). Nevertheless, if that...
- Toyota Matrix Sales Figures
Here you will find monthly and yearly Canadian sales figures for the Toyota Matrix. Use the dropdown at the top right of this page or at GCBC's Sales Stats home to find sales figures for any other vehicle currently on sale in North America. MonthToyota...
- Top 10 Best-selling Cars In America - April 2010
It's a naming thing, pure and simple. Officially, the Toyota Matrix is a Toyota Corolla Matrix. As a result, added to the U.S. sales total of the Toyota Corolla is the Toyota Matrix. Granted, the Matrix isn't a huge seller in the United States;...
- Joint Toyota / Gm Recall
There's nothing like "Toyota" and "Recall" to catch the attention of the auto aware. Causing simultaneous reactions from the General Motors faithful? That's fun. This is one recall that actually developed after injuries. Toyota's Corolla and...