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Original battery needs to be replace after just 10 months.
This car rocks. Bought at SIN$65888 last Feb and just passed the 1 year mark. No problems at all. Handling is good.
Initial fuel consumption was terrible though, but is now averaging 11 km/l after some grounding (6pt) job and installing a simple device called "Turbo-in" which costs $100. Engine was much quieter and air-con was cooler after the grounding job. The turbo-in improves pick-up, as it give more torque at lower RPM. All these were installed courtesy of Club Matrix members.
This car has lots of space. It is configurable and can seat 5 adults comfortably with a full load of cargo. I have managed to squeezed 6 passengers (2 of them large-sized caucasians) and they were quite comfortable.
This car has a huge following in Singapore.
Hi, my name is Kenneth C, I thought of getting a matrix auto, but I heard lots of comments on the fuel consumption. And I saw ur message that you have the turbo in to save ur fuel mileage. May I know where I can get this and is this a modification? Will the warranty get void? I really appreciate the advice. Thanks.
Hi there. Interesting review you gave.
I've just purchased a Matrix and is interested about the grounding job that you did.
Here's what I've quoted from your review >>
"Initial fuel consumption was terrible though, but is now averaging 11 km/l after some grounding (6pt) job and installing a simple device called "Turbo-in" which costs $100. Engine was much quieter and air-con was cooler after the grounding job. "
May I know the specifics of the grounding job (6pt) done?
Thank you.
-abp.
Hi there, i am eddy.
Keen to get a matrix within next 3 months.
Would like to know how to be club matrix member.
Also, where to get parts to fine tune the car.
Thks.
Hi, Nick here.
Interesting Review, you think you can let me know where I can get grounding job and the installation of the 'turbo-in' done in Singapore???
Appreciate if you can share the information.
Yes, I am also interested in getting a Matrix soon and wish to know where to get the "Turbo-In" in Singapore.
Regards,
Richard Loy
Singapore.
Loyrich@yahoo.com.
Hi, I have had a Matrix for about a year and a half. Fuel consumption is still a bit of a problem.
However, I've had a lot of problems with it. Each problem was addressed by a recognized dealer, so I'm not making it up.
I must add that I bought the car in the Netherlands and a few things were modified when I moved to the UK. The model I had did not have a dual miles per hour and kilometers per hour speedometer, so I had to change that. They put in a dual one, at great expense, so I don't know why there wasn't one in the first place. Rear bumper was replaced to have the mist-lamp on the other side. Headlights got replaced as they aren't adjustable. Not very handy that. Most cars in Europe can, but Hyundai didn't seem to think ahead. Then the mechanical issues started. ABS failed and some cylinders that form part of the braking system needed replacement. According to the dealer, it's a common issue. It was covered by the warranty, but annoying nevertheless. Lighting failed behind the knobs. Repaired also, but now they've gone again. A continuous vibration behind the dashboard is a problem too. The dealer says he put in extra padding today (for the second time) so I hope that will be solved now. Time will tell. The driver seat had to be replaced. Something broke (I, nor my wife are heavy by the way). Two weeks ago, a terrible shudder and noise when we started the car. Pulled over and had the service guys come out. They couldn't figure it out. As they were listening to I and revving the engine, it slowly died down. Decided to send it in, just in case as there is still a bit of noise. This happens sometimes at this mileage (15000) and has something to do with the valves. There was another Matrix in for the same thing today.
The car before this Matrix was an Accent. Never a problem. That's why Hyundai was the car of choice for us. Now it could be just that we had a bad one, or the car is not what it cracks up to be. I have the GLS with all the trimmings, but my wife seriously wants to get rid of it. I'm still willing to give it a try. Maybe Hyundai will react positively to my upcoming complaints. I hope so. Watch this space.
Hi, my name is Ryan, I planning to get the matrix in 2 months time, after look at your thread I'm very interested in the "turbo-in" thing. Care to share where you do the installation of the turbo-in grounding?
My email is: zerglim83@yahoo.com.
Thank you.
Hi! I am Gabriel Ong from Singapore. Just got my Matrix 1.6 and have problem with fuel comsumption too. please email me about the Matrix Club and the info of Turbo in and 6 pts grounding. thank you.
Divehardiver@yahooo.com.sg.
Hi.
Your review is very interesting, especially about the turbo-in and club matrix thingie... could you email me with more info about it. Thanks.
Regards,
Daniel.
Hi, can you send me the shop address that sell turbo in for Hyundai matrix in Singapore ;thanks.
Hi, I'm from Singapore. I just got a Hyundai Matrix GLS. I have some problem with the fuel consumption. Does better grade fuel contribute to the mileage it can cover. In the past, when I drove Mitsubishi Lancer, it does make a difference. But when I come to Matrix, things don't seems to be. Can someone tell me what makes the car fuel consumption goes up? thanks.
Also interest about turbo in and grounding (6pt) for hyundai matrix. can a get it from malaysia? becouse I am from malaysia, also who know where to get its bodykit. no follower in malaysia. email me at matrix_3415@yahoo.com.my with information.thankz.
I have Matrix 1.6 Auto in Greece and I have replace 4 batterys in 3,5 years. Hyundai in Greece says that all is OK (battery charging system. I don't know what is wrong and Hyundai it is not help me.
I believe the Matrix club you're looking for is iclubmatrix.com, good luck.
I have Hyundai Matrix GLS 1.6 2003 model. Sometimes it starts, sometimes not. What might be the problem? I'm sure the battery is OK.