Overview & Reviews

There are no major changes to this year's Toyota wagon, although new SAE testing procedures have resulted in lower horsepower ratings.

• Versatile cargo area, roomy rear seats, good gas mileage, generous standard equipment list, availability of all-wheel drive and stability control.

• Modest torque output, less fun to drive than its styling suggests.

User Reviews:

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  Great versatile car - 2006 Toyota Matrix
  By Matt_B - May 31 - 2:33 pm

  This car rides great and is comfortable around town. It has plenty of room (headroom is great without the sunroof) and I am 64" 230lbs. The fuel economy is excellent. We just bought the car so I cant comment on durability etc. Maybe I will in another 5 years. If you are looking for a fuel efficient vehicle that is very practical and roomy look no further.

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  Good Mule on Wheels - 2006 Toyota Matrix
  By RichT - May 25 - 6:40 pm

  I have enjoyed driving and owning this Matrix as my driving needs are constantly evolving. It handles the highway and the city with a flexible response, plus it averages nothing less than 30mpg in mixed driving conditions. It has good room for 4 large adults and with the seats folded down, it can haul 30 cases of beer. Having driven it in the snow and bad weather, it never fails or complains.

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  Great to Own, drive, and Practical - 2006 Toyota Matrix
  By donger - May 18 - 7:10 pm

  I owned a porsche 911sc and this thing is nearly as fun to drive but unlike the 911 you can drive it with 4 passengers and all their luggage. This car does everthing you want it to do, it can be a mule and a racehorse all at the same time. I looked at a lot of cars (civic Si, Impreza, mazda 3s) and this was the best in nearly every category; passenger space, speed and handling, reliability (cant beat the japanese), looks. If you are in the market for a car like this you HAVE to drive the matrix to make a fully informed decision. I drove my XRS across the country last summer(CA to PA), through 104 heat, rain for 12 hours at a time and my back wasnt sore and the car never missed a step.

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  Front seat - 2006 Toyota Matrix
  By Pat - April 27 - 8:16 pm

  I bought the Matrix because I love the exterior design of the car. After driving it home, I notice how sore the under part of my leg just above the knee was. I have written to Toyota and the dealer where it was purchased for some help or advise to no avail. I do like the car except for that but I think it is also a little under horse powered.

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  Bought two! - 2006 Toyota Matrix
  By cycler - April 25 - 1:00 pm

  My wife and I bought an 06 Matrix XR in late March. We liked it so much, we bought a second one a week ago. We have three Collies and the Matrix is ideal for transporting them ... room to spare with the rear seats down. We really cannot think of anything we dont like about the Matrix. Ive seen comments about cheap interior, but it all looks fine to me. Everything fits and there are no sqeaks or rattles. My wife and I both feel that they are not noisy at highway speeds. They also seem to have more than adequate acceleration. Fuel economy falls right in line with the EPA estimates. Id recommend this vehicle to anyone looking for a small versatile vehicle.

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  Whats wrong with Toyota - 2006 Toyota Matrix
  By Pam - April 21 - 3:30 pm

  I dont understand why Toyota does not advertise the Matrix. Its a wonderful little car and all the other companies are now coming up with their version of this same size. I have never seen a commercial for a Matrix. Not everyone wants a vehicle to decide if "theirs is the biggest" and not everyone wants a sedan. This little car is sporty, handy, economical and I traded in a Camry to get it. I love it. Yes it took me a little while to get used to the lower power but now we work well together.

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  Terrific Car - 2006 Toyota Matrix
  By CWT - March 31 - 8:20 am

  I staked out this specific vehicle with the options and found it at the local dealership, it had only been on the lot 3 days. Red, black interior; we added leather; all the feathers. My wife is short and is a teacher and she needed something that would accomodate her business needs along with a cool stylish and economical vehicle, this one made the grade.

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  my wife loves it!! - 2006 Toyota Matrix
  By terry jenkins - February 28 - 7:46 pm

  well with about 1k miles on it now and 6 weeks of ownership, we are real happy with our choice! the matrix handle well, gets excellent gas mileage and seems to be a well engineered vehicle! in fact i found out that toyota uses the same oil filter on the 1.8 lt that they used on tha 2.2 lt in our camry we owned for 12 years and 200k.

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  Love this CUV - 2006 Toyota Matrix
  By ttboy - December 14 - 4:13 pm

  This is a cross between a car & suv, and gives great mileage. This is my 3rd Toyota and Im LOVIN IT!

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  Past my expectations - 2006 Toyota Matrix
  By really surprised - December 4 - 10:26 pm

  Bought to save gas on average 32 miles to a gallon, like the 6 speed transmission, family loves loves interior layout. First Toyota ever purchased dealer and car still surprises me with the level of excellence shown. I usually drive a crew f250 super duty, I can park this Matrix any where! It handles great around turns and very quite till the moon roof opens.