Toyota Matrix vs. Pontiac Vibe - Compare Notes - Edmunds
they compare 6 small hatchbacks: Suzuki Aerio, Pontiac Vibe, Ford Focus ZX5, Toyota Matrix XRS, Chrysler PT Cruiser, and Mazda Protege 5. I just listed them in descending order of their ranking in this comparison. Mazda was first; Suzuki was last. However, if the Subaru Outback Sport had been included it probably would have even beat the Protege!
Toyota Matrix: MPG-Real World Numbers - Edmunds
Matrix XR 2007 Automatic first tank of gas combined city/hwy 31.6 mpg, second tank mostly 80+ mph to the airport and back, 29.4 mpg. Third tank hwy mostly 70 mph cruise control, 34.3 mpg . Its rated 29 city, 34 highway, and you can get that depending on …
Matrix Transmission Problems - Page 3 - Edmunds
Worldwide the 1.8L Toyota engine/transmission combination is hugely popular. Wikipedia states that the 1.8L in the Matrix/Vibe (2ZZ-FE) was installed in the following: Toyota Corolla Chevrolet Prizm Pontiac Vibe Toyota Matrix Toyota Avensis Toyota Wish Toyota MR2 I have a 2001 MR2 Spyder with 73k miles. That engine is a slight variant (2ZZ-FED ...
Honda Fit vs. Scion xA vs. Toyota Matrix - Edmunds
Height of cargo area: Fit: Mostly 40" Matrix: mostly 35" xB: varies, 36" at the rear, to 32" at the front (because seats don't fold flat) Width of cargo area: Fit: over 40" at the wheel wells, with a large 50" area in front of the wheel wells xB: 38" at the wheel wells, near 49" in front of the wheel wells Matrix: near 41" at the wheel wells ...
Toyota Matrix Engine Questions — Car Forums at Edmunds.com
Hello, this is a copy of my first post which I originally made in the Toyota Matrix sub-forum, and after I noticed how quickly it was buried by the large volume of new threads, I decided to repeat it here where the waters seem much calmer and it's more likely to be seen.
Toyota Matrix Brake Questions — Car Forums at Edmunds.com
Jul 1, 2006 · My 2009 toyota matrix has an awful grinding noise when brakes applied in snowy, icy conditions. It sounds like throwing it into reverse while going 40 mph down to road. I rode with my local technician a very short distance and applied brake going only 10 mph and the horrible grinding noise was there.
Toyota Matrix Check Engine Light — Car Forums at Edmunds.com
The Toyota Matrix and Pontiac Vibe are similar cars. I believe that both Toyota - the company and its service/sales people are familiar with this potentially dangerous defect and that Toyota is responsible for producing a faulty or dangerous vehicle.
Matrix Transmission Problems - Page 7 - Edmunds
Found a transmission in FL but the cost is $2300 with another $900 to install.Have complained on the safecar.gov site and to Toyota. Sad part is we also own a 2009 Matrix 5 speed XRS which the book value is half of what I paid for it 18 months ago. Toyota vehicles have always held their value but I don't think this model is.
Matrix: Rattles & Squeaks — Car Forums at Edmunds.com
This rattling and squeaking is uncommon in toyota products but it seems in particular that the toyota celica, and matrix suffers from the rattles and squeaks , and quality issues. Even the new camry is getting toward the bad quality side.
Toyota Matrix Exterior Issues — Car Forums at Edmunds.com
My 2009 Toyota matrix s is rusting and paint is chipping off the roof,hood and along the rubber seal under the windows.I even paid extra for the clear coat.Waiting to see what the dealer says.The car is garage kept and is not driven for about 3 months out of the year.Is anyone else having problems with rust?