2002 Toyota Matrix XR 2WD review from North America
"Great performance for a low price"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Driver's side channel run has had to be replaced twice.
CD player has been replaced twice.
Both were factory defects corrected with the later '03 models.
General comments?
Fantastic overall vehicle.
Excellent maintenance, no problems aside from the channel run and CD player. Both of which were corrected in later model years.
Handling is nimble for a station wagon, sway is slightly noticeable, but diminished via sway bar set.
Fuel economy is excellent, city driving has averaged around 33mpg and highway driving has been around 35-37mpg.
Great for moving stuff and has a surprisingly large interior after laying down the seats.
Recommended reviews
| Stylish miniature SUV with hidden problem |
|
| The best bang for the buck! |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 2002 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8L I4 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 12 miles |
| Most recent distance | 34000 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota Camry |
| Date of Entry | 17th June, 2004 |