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Mar 22 '04
Pros: Well appointed interior, distinctive styling, decent price
Cons: Performance wasn't enough, blind spot
Summary: I ended up looking at the Matrix simply for comparison after taking a M
azda3
for a spin, with the intention of buying something new. Unexpectedly, taking the Matrix for a drive only made the decision ... read more
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Oct 29 '04
Pros: Roomy, versatile, cute, easy to control in tight parking lots
Cons: OEM battery is weak, some internal plastic rattling, could use a little more torque
Summary: It's a mid-size car that does just about everything. Comfort and roominess I'm 6'0", and if not for my long torso I'd be in a Honda Civic by now, and I'm kinda glad that I couldn't fit in it, because the Matrix is so much better. Since I ... read more
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Sep 01 '04
Pros: Looks good, responsive engine, easy to drive.
Cons: Cheap cruise control and wipers, no hatch latch, no off switch for headlights and security.
Summary: I have several complaints about the 2005 Toyota Matrix that I recently purchased from Town Toyota of East Wenatchee. Previously I owned a 2001 Kia, before that a 1989 Ford Ranger pickup, my wife still drives a 2001 Kia, and we own a 1996 Safari Trek ... read more
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Jun 26 '04
Pros: Speedy, fun to drive, lots of extras for the money, and reliabiltiy to boot!!!
Cons: None that I have found yet!
Summary: I traded my 2000 Ford Focus ZX3 for a Toyota Matrix XRS six weeks ago. I am glad that I did! The Focus was fun to drive and I loved it but it was not reliable. Little things, somewhat annoying, would go wrong, and there had to have been at least five ... read more
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Mar 16 '04
Pros: Powertrain is great. Will withstand full straight-on frontal impact with a decent size deer.
Cons: Mediocre Premium audio. Few blind spots must get used to. Lack of auto sliding Sunroof.
Summary: We've all heard about people hitting deer, and some of the associated horror stories. Well.. I hit, and killed a deer this evening. My car has 400 miles on it! I just bought it last week. I did not stop to asses the damage, for I was only a mile or ... read more
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Feb 26 '04
Pros: FUN, economical, sporty, lots of room
Cons: engine noise
Summary: A quick introduction to my reviews: I am new to the area of reviewing vehicles. I will mostly do Toyota, JEEP, and Volkswagen. Please, help me help you by letting me know how my reviews meet or fail to meet your expectations. I will not go into ... read more
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Feb 14 '04
Pros: Versatility
Cons: power, visibility, handling
Summary: This car has it's highs and lows. Lots of room inside, more than enough to fit 5 people into it comfortably, something impossible in my ZX2. The rear folding seats fold flat leaving lots of room for whatever you need to put there. The storage area and ... read more
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Jan 04 '04
Pros: Everything about this car is a pro
Cons: Haven't found any yet that is of consequence
Summary: I wasn't in the market for a new car yet, but once I saw this car, I had to have it. The style is so different from any car I had. I am not a car connoisseur, but it appears that all the other model cars seem to be alike (body wise) except for the ... read more
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Sep 17 '03
Pros: Roomy, Peppy, AC Outlet
Cons: Moonroof, Daytime Running Lights issues
Summary: I traded my 2000 Ford Focus ZX3 in for the 2004 Toyota Matrix XR. Both are considered crossover vehicles (crossover between a car and an SUV). I love my Matrix, although sometimes I wish I had purchased the XRS with manual transmission. The XRS ... read more
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Sep 15 '03
Pros: Very affordable, AWD availability, roomy interior, great CD/cassette/radio system, Fun interior lighting on Dashboard.
Cons: Chrome dashboard reflects in the windshield. Bigger blind spot
Summary: I purchased the 2004 Toyota Matrix XR AWD in June 2003. I selected the Matrix because of its price, options, AWD, and because of its sporty look. I first did Internet quotes from 6 local dealerships and negotiated from there. I test drove the car and ... read more
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Sep 06 '03
Pros: Spacious. Solid. Great quality. Interior design.
Cons: Batmobile style
Summary: While concluding a long day in the office I was small talking with one of my clients to realize that we both purchased black hatchback cars the previous week. Hatchbacks are a growing segment in a shrinking market (Cars, as opposed to Trucks and SUVs). Fo ... read more
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Nov 28 '05
Pros: Stylish looks, many available options, good power, this car is easy to customize and style.
Cons: Exhaust a bit loud, but a very minor problem.
Summary: I love this car! It has sleek styling, is very agile (as opposed to those big SUV's) gets good gas mileage, and is cool.
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Sep 30 '05
Pros: Looks, price, sporty, good on gas, fun to drive, 6000 rpm = fun
Cons: Hard to see blind spots, premium fuel, my friends love it= me drive more
Summary: I started looking at a few different vehicles CR-V, and Subaru Outbacks and Foresters. I really liked the CR-V yet the price for a used one is still expensive. So I turned to the Subaru's but some of the options that I wanted, like a power sunroof,
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Dec 03 '04
Pros: Attractive car that is reliable and safe.
Cons: Does drive more like a truck that the Toyota Corolla.
Summary: I have a Toyota Matrix XR AWD that I purchased last year. This car is great for so many things from hauling things like TVs and BBQ grills to driving a family around town. We recently had a baby and the police officer who installed the car seat
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Apr 25 '04
Pros: Great looking and wonderful drive.
Cons: Visibility may be an issue for some.
Summary: This is the first new or nearly new car I have ever purchased, having driven used all my life, so it was a big step and expenditure. I had wanted the Protege 5, liking its looks and was then drawn to a silver Matrix. I initially had balked at the
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