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2009 Toyota Matrix - Expert Reviews

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Cars.com
2009 Toyota Matrix Professional Cars.com Review

...all things I could've lived with if the car had been marketed for what it is -- an economy car, a commuter, nothing less and, most certainly, nothing more...

Cars.com
2009 Toyota Matrix Professional Cars.com Review

...Safety Standard features include antilock brakes, side-impact airbags for the front seats, side curtain airbags and active front head restraints. An electronic...

Cars.com
2009 Toyota Matrix Professional Cars.com Review

...Base price range: $16,190-$21,850 plus $660 freight. Price as tested: $25,049, including freight and options (XRS automatic). On the Road rating: 9.3 (of a...

Cars.com
2009 Toyota Matrix Professional Cars.com Review

...They spread to grocery carts, movie-theater seats and lawnmowers. And now we've found a cupholder where we least expected one: on a "Star Wars" slot machine...

Cars.com
2009 Toyota Matrix Professional Cars.com Review

...ft. NHTSA Crash-Test Ratings Frontal Impact Driver's side: n/a Passenger's side: n/a Side Impact Front occupant: n/a Rear occupant: n/a Rollover resistance: n/a...

Cars.com
2009 Toyota Matrix Professional Cars.com Review

...not performance...

Edmunds
2009 toyota matrix Professional Edmunds Review

...Pros: Smooth and quiet ride, ergonomic cabin layout, adult-friendly backseat, perfectly flat load floor makes it an excellent cargo hauler. Cons: Mediocre gas...

MSN Autos
Flash Drive: 2009 Toyota Matrix

...With its fresh styling and great versatility, the Matrix (or its Pontiac Vibe twin) should definitely be considered by those looking to get out of a bigger...

CarGurus
CarGurus' Review for 2009 toyota matrix

...Fun might be a word used to describe this ride, but that only goes as far as the wrapping. Take that off and you’ve just got a lot empty space, including...

Cars.com
2009 Toyota Matrix Professional Cars.com Review

...All-wheel drive adds $2,140, but it also includes an automatic transmission, which costs $1,190 otherwise. The Matrix XRS starts at $20,660 and comes with...


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Though mechanically similar to the Pontiac Vibe, the 2009 Toyota Matrix has different styling inside and out, as well as some minor differences in equipment.

Its exterior styling in particular is smoother and cleaner, without overtly flared wheel wells like the Vibe.

In nearly all other attributes, the two vehicles are virtually identical.

The Spectra5 and Mazda3 are arguably more fun to drive than the Matrix, with peppy engine response and a tighter suspension, and similar in overall space—though the Mazda3 has a very tight backseat.

The Spectra also stands out for its long warranty, especially its ten-year/100,000-mile powertrain coverage.

The Subaru Impreza hatchback is also a worthy alternative to the Matrix; though it's somewhat more expensive, the Impreza has standard all-wheel drive, a torquey flat-four engine, and an enviable safety and reliability record.


 
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