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 car - 2006 Toyota Matrix
  By donnarb - November 23 - 12:03 pm

  I have the manual front WD and I find it fun to drive. I use it to commute to work on hilly and winding roads. It handles very well and has nice pick up. I only filled the tank once so far - gas mileage is fantastic! Although it is considered a small car, it doesnt feel like one. It is very practical and I recommend it highly.

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  Still loving it - 2006 Toyota Matrix
  By Ed - November 22 - 11:00 pm

  Had my Matrix for almost 3 yrs. and still loving it. Do it yourself maintenance its easy on it. Wife loves the AWD cause it kicks on Chicagos snowy streets. All around room and versatility also great. Very reliable, car feels as solid as it did on day one.

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  Toy - 2006 Toyota Matrix
  By David Clawson - October 12 - 5:46 pm

  Have driven car approx. 10,000 miles since purchase and really enjoy driving it. My wife is main driver using it mostly going to and from work. She really appreciates the gas mileage and pep getting through traffic.We also use this car for trips for the above reasons.

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  Maxtix Puts Fun into Driving Again - 2006 Toyota Matrix
  By Bill - October 7 - 11:30 pm

  The Matrix puts fun into driving. Steering wheel feels great, handling more like a sports car. Controls placed perfectly. Love the Chromatic mirror/compass feature and sunroof. All the seats really lay flat. Window controls at an angle more comfortable to operate. I wish my compute was longer - hard to leave vehicle, especially six way driver seat! Gas mileage, room, fun, options, who says you cant have it all. Thanks Toyota.

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  I love My Matrix XRS - 2006 Toyota Matrix
  By tiffyJ - September 10 - 3:23 am

  I fell in love with this car when it first came out. I saw it when I went to see a movie on the pre-movie commercials and fell in love and several years later I was still in love with it. I traded in my 99 4 door civic and I am so glad that I did!

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  Fun, Comfortable & no problems in 4years - 2006 Toyota Matrix
  By Zach - August 21 - 11:06 am

  I have had this car for 4 years and havent had a single problem with it! I bought it brand new when got tired of investing too much money into a 93 Ford Explorer that was going downhill. Toyotas MPG ratings are right on. I never get less than 25mpg around town and on the freeway I get 32mpg. This car is great for traveling and road trips. The cargo space is wonderful too. I play music and needed to fit my 2 bass cabs, amp and guitars into the car and they fit just fine. My buddy bought a Matrix cause he needed a new car and liked the roomy-ness (he is 64", 250lbs+). He fits his whole drum set and monster keyboard in his!

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  Just Right - 2006 Toyota Matrix
  By Mike - April 3 - 12:46 pm

  I was hesitant to trade in my 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara mainly because I didnt want to give up the 4WD capability. Having one kid and another one on the way however, the lack of back seat room was a killer. The Matrix is just right!! Better fuel economy, plenty of room and I get to keep the AWD for those snowy winters here in Chicago. Before the Matrix I looked at the Chevy HHR and the PT Cruiser, neither one offers AWD and the Toyota quality jumps right at you when you compare them, no contest!!!

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  Great little car - 2006 Toyota Matrix
  By Bill - December 3 - 6:56 pm

  Ive been very happy with this car. Very reliable and easy to maintain. I do my own car maintenance and I really like how things are laid out under the hood. Ideal for my family of four.

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  GR8 little Matrix - 2006 Toyota Matrix
  By QuickDeuce - September 22 - 3:16 am

  BUY IT ! We have owned ours since new. 38k now, avg 28 to 30mpg depends on city/hwy. Maint costs? Oil and regular sched. maint. is the only $$ weve spent. The Matrix is well built, dependable as a Toyota is supposed to be. Drives like a little sports car. Absolutely loves snow and adverse roads. Ease of getting into and out of the Matrix are among the #1 reasons we chose ours. Handy instrument arrangements and excellent visibility for lane changes. There are a number who say the little Matrix is terribly underpowered, well - we think not. How often do we need to exceed 75 mph ? Do we need to accelerate to fwy speeds quickly? Yup - and the Matrix gets that done with ease.

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  Matrix Best Little Car - 2006 Toyota Matrix
  By sandy - August 7 - 11:13 pm

  This car is easy to drive and get into small parking spaces.