2009 Toyota Matrix Owner Reviews

This is our 2nd Matrix (we had a 2004 that we sold to our son). It's an S with a sunroof and the 2.2L engine. It's noticeably peppier, but gas mileage seems a little lower than the older Matrix, which had the smaller engine. Overall, we're very happy with the car. It drives well, we've had no problems with it. Quality is very high, as you'd expect; only minor issue seems to be the tailgate sticks a little on cold mornings. Seats are comfortable, although we haven't been on any long trips i…

never owned a toyota because i thought they offered big yawn's....but went to the dealer and fell in love w/ my silver matrix xrs w/ 5 speed. its fast, fun i fill it up once a month and it doesnt feel like a econobox

I bought my Radiant Red S AWD fully optioned in July of 08 and have put about 4300 miles since. I previously owned a 03 Pontiac Vibe that I quite enjoyed. But the second generation Matrix/Vibe outshines the previous models by a wide margin. I actually really wanted to buy another Vibe, but for some strange reason the 09 GT with the top end stereo did NOT come with a 6 CD changer- a deal breaker for me. But back to the Matrix. The extra 30 or so horsepower gives the S that quick power off the …