2005
Toyota Matrix

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Available trims

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  • 5dr Wgn STD Manual (Natl)
    Starts at
    $14,860
    30 City / 36 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 5dr Wgn STD Auto (Natl)
    Starts at
    $15,660
    28 City / 34 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 5dr Wgn XR Manual (Natl)
    Starts at
    $16,340
    30 City / 36 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 5dr Wgn XR Auto (Natl)
    Starts at
    $17,170
    28 City / 34 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 5dr Wgn STD Auto AWD (Natl)
    Starts at
    $17,395
    26 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 5dr Wgn XR Auto AWD (Natl)
    Starts at
    $18,735
    26 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 5dr Wgn XRS 6-Spd Manual (Natl)
    Starts at
    $18,850
    25 City / 32 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

FWD or AWD
Hatchback body style
High-performance XRS model
Manual or automatic
Versatile interior layout

The good & the bad

The good

Interior space
Highway stability
Toyota reputation for reliability
Resale value

The bad

Instrument readability
Engine and road noise
Performance of base engine with automatic
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Safety review

Based on the 2005 Toyota Matrix base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Frontal driver
5/5
Frontal passenger
4/5
Nhtsa rollover rating
4/5
Side driver
3/5
Side rear passenger
4/5

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
7 years / less than 85,000 miles
Basic
12 months / 12, 000 miles
Dealer certification
160- or 174-point inspections
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Consumer reviews

93% of drivers recommend this car
4.6 / 5
Based on 45 reviews
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Comfort 4.2
Interior 4.3
Performance 4.2
Value 4.6
Exterior 4.4
Reliability 4.6

Most recent

  • By Yari from Chicago, IL
    Owns this car
    January 18, 2024

    My Lady Bug 🐞!

    Have had my 2005 Matrix for a couple of years and let me tell you she's a rider. My Lady bug 🐞 gets me where I need to go. Easy parking and less time at the pump. Would totally keep til the wheels fall off in at 200k+ miles.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Robby from Vancouver BC
    Owns this car
    August 16, 2023

    Most reliable car of all time

    Original owners since 2004. Amazing vehicle all around, mainly for the sole reliability it provides. Pushing 470,000km without a single problem ever, this car will never let you down. Maintenance is cheap as dirt because the engine is so well made and nothing ever breaks, timing chain replaced for the first time at 450,000km which is insane. Not to mention it handles well and is quite responsive and smooth for An old car like this and the seats are pretty comfortable easy for long drives. Great on gas super cheap. Overall would definitely recommend, great car.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By driver1 from Belleville, ON, Canada
    Owns this car
    June 11, 2020

    Long Lasting Car

    this car has outperformed any other car I have owned while still taking a lot of hits. It has been reliably getting me where I need to go for many years and still runs 15 years later
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
    14 people out of 14 found this review helpful. Did you?
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  • By Zeddz-Dead
    Owns this car
    June 4, 2020

    Hard core Honda owner... converted.

    It's a reliable, peppy japanese🎎 car. Except, This one has a Canadian🍁 VIN. Seriously, I have fallen in love with this car. It's not a Lamborghini. It's utilitarian enough to be usable for a Home Depot run, but once you're behind the wheel, this car begs to be driven like a small sports car.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
    9 people out of 9 found this review helpful. Did you?
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  • By HelenM from Dallas Texas
    Owns this car
    February 1, 2020

    Happy with her. Never need another car !

    It is a little work horse. She does everything I need to get done . I am going to keep as long as I can.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Chris M from Ronkonkoma
    Owns this car
    January 26, 2020

    Most reliable car i have ever owned. Very roomy.

    Very Reliable. Very roomy for big people. 25 - 35, local - highway. Excellent vision outside for drivers. Very spacious when rear seats are down, 6 by 4 feet. comfortable for rear passengers.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Hulk from Riverside
    Owns this car
    November 2, 2019

    One of the best car I owned

    That's one of the best car I have I just keep running and running and all you have to do the regular maintain very good car
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Stan from San Jose CA
    Owns this car
    September 10, 2019

    Best car buy I ever made

    Other than desiring another 20 or 30 horsepower, this car is nearly perfect in my opinion. Bought it new, the XR trim. Looked great new and still does. Got the factory clear coat, always run through automated washes, never by hand, and still looks shiny new. Very versatile to haul people and stuff. Both my daughters used it for a while, both moved to college with it. Totally reliable, still runs like new, shifts crisp and solid, doesn’t burn a drop of oil, still full to the top at 5k oil changes. Saved my rear today. I got the optional stability control, which was offered for the first time on the 2005 Matrix. A close call with three deer at highway speeds could have turned out very badly. Surely I would have gotten sideways, flipped and rolled. But the stability control tool over like the hand of God, got the car straightened out, and ABS then brought me to a stop feet from the buggers. A heart stopping experience but absolutely amazing what the stability control can do... on a 15 year old car.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By SaraDel from Atlanta, GA
    Owns this car
    August 9, 2019

    Extremely Reliable and Long-Lasting

    I’ve had this car since it was purchased in 2005 and I couldn’t be happier. We have had to do some minor maintenance on the car over the years from typical wear and tear, but I am currently at 225,000 miles and still going! I have never once been left on the side of the road or had any breakdown issues, and I think that speaks volumes for the reliability of this car. Love it.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Bessie from Luray
    Owns this car
    March 3, 2019

    Best car ever!!!!

    I bought my 2005 matrix 5 speed new. We actually started with a 2003 matrix traded it for a rav 4 then went back and purchased the 2005. Bessie is her name i drive her about 90 miles or so Monday thru Thursday. She has been the best car. We've kept her maintained but she has almost 360k miles now. We just replaced her clutch for the first time. We've had to replace small maintenance items like tires, battery lights etc. She has been so faithful! I LOVE my matrix!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Honeybun1177 from Brunswick Oh
    Owns this car
    February 8, 2019

    Toyota Matrix - Great Car

    As the original owner for a 2005 Matrix, I can say, it is the best car I've ever owned. 6' space w/ passenger seat and back seats down. Comfortable, as long as you keep up the maintenance the car has been running wonderful!!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Mary, devoted Toyota fan from Surfside Beach, SC
    Owns this car
    October 11, 2018

    Most mileage of any car I've owned.

    I purchased my Toyota Matrix new in 2005, when it was more of a novelty. Since then it has accrued 265,000 miles to date, & is still going strong, although I will not be using it for long trips any more. I haven't had a car payment in many years, which is a distinct advantage of keeping a car long term. My nephew-in-law has the same car, a 2009 model, with about 280,000 miles on it to date. Overall, my Toyota has required very little maintainance expense during it's lifetime. The body is showing wear, but the car still runs very well, & I will keep it until it's no longer financially feasible. Obviously, I am a big fan of Toyotas, & have had 4 of them over the years. They are extremely reliable & durable in my experience.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2005 Toyota Matrix?

The 2005 Toyota Matrix is available in 3 trim levels:

  • STD (3 styles)
  • XR (3 styles)
  • XRS (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2005 Toyota Matrix?

The 2005 Toyota Matrix offers up to 30 MPG in city driving and 36 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2005 Toyota Matrix reliable?

The 2005 Toyota Matrix has an average reliability rating of 4.6 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2005 Toyota Matrix owners.

Is the 2005 Toyota Matrix a good Hatchback?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2005 Toyota Matrix. 93.3% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.6 / 5
Based on 45 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.2
  • Interior: 4.3
  • Performance: 4.2
  • Value: 4.6
  • Exterior: 4.4
  • Reliability: 4.6
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