2012 Toyota Matrix

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2012 Toyota Matrix

Starting MSRP $18,845–$21,715

MPG 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)

Transmissions

4-speed automatic w/OD
4-speed automatic
5-speed manual w/OD
5-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual

Average Consumer Rating

(5.0) 2 consumer reviews

Side-by-Side Comparison l Build & Price

Expert Snapshot

New or Notable

132- or 158-hp four-cylinder
Manual or automatic
Available AWD
Heavy-duty cargo floor
 

What We Like

Cabin utility
Acceleration (2.4-liter engine)
Cornering performance
Dashboard fit and finish
Backseat roominess

What We Don't

Base model sparsely equipped
Front-seat comfort
Rickety air-conditioning controls
Rear visibility
Choppy suspension

The 2012 Toyota Matrix is a compact hatchback that can carry up to five people and plenty of cargo. It comes in a base version as well as an S trim. The Matrix competes with hatchback versions of the Kia Forte and Mazda3.

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3 Available Matrix Trims

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    Engine MPG MSRP Invoice
L 5dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback
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4 cyl 26/32 $18,845 $17,808
S 5dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback
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4 cyl 21/28 $19,565 $18,097
S 5dr All-wheel Drive Hatchback
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4 cyl 20/26 $21,715 $20,086
Destination charge: $795
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