Toyota Matrix second generation

Toyota Matrix second generation
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The Toyota Matrix second generation (2009–2013): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 8 versions in the United States.

Model codes: E140 · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,370–4,390 mm TC4,366–4,394 mm
Width1,770 mm TC1,765 mm
Height1,550–1,560 mm TC1,549–1,560 mm
Wheelbase2,600 mm TC2,601 mm
Front track1,520 mm TC–
Rear track1,520 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,290–1,485 kg TC–
Seats and space
Luggage space (EPA)566 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)2,605–2,662 L EPA–

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia, US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

252 complaints for model years 2009–2012. 40 crashes · 1 fire · 23 injuries

  • Airbags 118
  • Speed control 48
  • Steering 24
  • Engine 21
  • Brakes 20

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 8 versions of the Toyota Matrix second generation

United States 8 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2011–20131.8 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive27 MPG (8.7 L/100 km) EPA203–205 g/km
2009–20131.8 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive28–29 MPG (8.1–8.4 L/100 km) EPA190–197 g/km
2011–20132.4 LPetrol5-speed automaticFront-wheel drive24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA230 g/km
2010–20132.4 LPetrol4-speed automaticAll-wheel drive22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA245–251 g/km
2009–20132.4 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA230–231 g/km
2009–2010CLKUP1.8 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive28 MPG (8.4 L/100 km) EPA197 g/km
2009–2010CLKUP2.4 LPetrol5-speed automaticFront-wheel drive24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA230 g/km
2009CLKUP2.4 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA251 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.