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2009 Toyota Matrix

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Starting MSRP $16,290 – $20,760 Change Vehicle
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EPA Fuel Economy:
 City: 20 – 26   Highway: 26 – 32
Available Engines:
 132-hp, 1.8-liter I-4 (regular gas)
158-hp, 2.4-liter I-4 (regular gas)
Available Transmissions: 4-speed automatic
4-speed automatic w/OD
5-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual
5-speed manual w/OD

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 What We Don't
•Redesigned for 2009
•132-hp or 158-hp four-cylinder
•Manual or automatic
•Available AWD
•Heavy-duty cargo floor
•Available stability control
 
+Cabin utility
+Acceleration (2.4-liter)
+Cornering performance
+Dashboard fit and finish
+Backseat roominess
+Safety features
 
-Base model sparsely equipped
-No USB plug for stereo
-Front-seat comfort
-Some cheap controls
-Rear visibility
-Choppy suspension (Standard and S)
 

Vehicle Summary

Toyota's Matrix gets a redesign for the 2009 model year that gives the hatchback a new look inside and outside, plus a choice of two four-cylinder engines. Available in February 2008, Matrix competitors include the Kia Spectra5, the Mazda3 and the related Pontiac Vibe.  Read more 

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5dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback Base

 $16,290 $15,229

5dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback S

 $18,360 $16,798

5dr All-wheel Drive Hatchback S

 $20,500 $18,758

5dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback XRS

 $20,760 $18,994
  Destination Charge: $750

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