Hyundai Matrix first generation
The Hyundai Matrix first generation (2001–2010): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 10 versions in the European Union and the United Kingdom.
Model codes: FC · Sold in: European Union and United Kingdom
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,050–4,060 mm RDW | 4,035–4,060 mm |
| Width | 1,740 mm RDW | 1,740 mm |
| Height | 1,640–1,690 mm RDW | 1,625–1,685 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm RDW | 2,600 mm |
| Front track | 1,485 mm ASTRA | – |
| Rear track | 1,485 mm ASTRA | – |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | 1,223–1,270 kg RDW | 1,250–1,350 kg |
| Mass in running order | 1,323–1,370 kg RDW | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,800–1,840 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 1,100–1,300 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 550 kg RDW | – |
| Seats and space | ||
| Seats | 5 RDW | – |
| Doors | 4 RDW | – |
| Boot space | – | 354 L |
| Fuel tank | – | 55 L |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 166–170 km/h RDW | – |
| Torque | 141–235 Nm ASTRA | – |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 185/65R14, 195/55R15, 205/55R15
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia (en, fr, es, pl), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), Traficom type approvals (Finland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 years and older | 62.1% (61.2–63.0) | 69.2% | 10,933 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 44.7% | 36.4% |
| Suspension | 41.5% | 41.6% |
| Tyres | 38.1% | 31.2% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 34.4% | 18.6% |
| Lights and electrics | 31.6% | 28.8% |
| Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers) | 14.0% | 11.8% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
All 10 versions of the Hyundai Matrix first generation
European Union 3 versions
New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | CO₂ | EU registrations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1.6 L | Petrol | 179 g/km | 1,600 |
| 2010 | 1.5 L | Diesel | 137 g/km | 1,172 |
| 2010 | – | Petrol | 177 g/km | 622 |
United Kingdom 7 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20101.5l CRDi | 1.5 L | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 5.2 L/100 km NEDC | 136 g/km |
| 2002–20101.6l DOHC | 1.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 8.3–8.8 L/100 km NEDC | 198–211 g/km |
| 2002–20101.6l DOHC | 1.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 7.2–8.0 L/100 km NEDC | 171–191 g/km |
| 2006–20091.5l CRTD | 1.5 L | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 5.3 L/100 km NEDC | 140 g/km |
| 2002–20081.8l DOHC | 1.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 8.3–8.5 L/100 km NEDC | 198–205 g/km |
| 2002–20081.8l DOHC | 1.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 9.0–9.1 L/100 km NEDC | 215–219 g/km |
| 2002–20041.5l TD · 1.5l CRTD | 1.5 L | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 6.0 L/100 km NEDC | 158 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.