What is the Toyota Matrix?
The Toyota Matrix is a compact, five-door hatchback with a practical cargo area and a taller shape than a conventional sedan. Related to the Corolla, it gave Toyota’s North American compact-car range a more flexible body style for passengers and luggage.
The Matrix was sold in the United States from 2003 to 2013. Its first generation ran from 2003 to 2008, followed by the second generation from 2009 to 2013. In Canada, the generations ran from 2003 to 2008 and 2009 to 2014.
Toyota Matrix generations
The first-generation Matrix, known by Toyota’s E130 code, established the compact hatchback format. The second generation, E140, followed with a redesigned body while keeping the model’s practical role.
The second generation ran from 2009 to 2013 in the United States and through 2014 in Canada.
Engines and fuel consumption
The US range used petrol engines from 1.8 L to 2.4 L. Canada’s full range covered the same engine sizes, while its 2006–2007 listing includes 1.8 L engines.
The US EPA rates the best combined result at 29 MPG, also shown as 8.1 L/100 km. Canada’s lowest listed result is 8.2 L/100 km on the NRCan 5-cycle test. EPA and Canadian 5-cycle results use different procedures, so compare each figure within its market.
Where was the Toyota Matrix sold?
The Matrix was sold in the United States and Canada. US EPA figures span 2003–2013 and 22 versions; Canadian figures span 2003–2014 and 25 versions.
Questions and answers
What kind of car is the Toyota Matrix?
It is a compact, five-door hatchback related to the Corolla, with a practical cargo area.
What engines were offered in the Matrix?
The US and Canadian ranges cover petrol engines from 1.8 L to 2.4 L. Canada’s 2006–2007 listing covers 1.8 L engines.
How economical is the Toyota Matrix?
The best US EPA result is 29 MPG combined, also shown as 8.1 L/100 km. Canada’s lowest listed result is 8.2 L/100 km on the NRCan 5-cycle test.
When was the Toyota Matrix sold?
The first generation ran from 2003 to 2008. The second ran from 2009 to 2013 in the United States and through 2014 in Canada.
