2003 Toyota Matrix Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.55/5 Average
325 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

The Matrix is an all-new model from Toyota. It offers sporty looks, enhanced cargo-carrying abilities and useful features not commonly found in small cars.

Pros:
  • Versatile cargo area, good gas mileage, available all-wheel drive, plumped-out features list.
Cons:
  • Modest torque output from engines, numb steering.

User Reviews:

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  • The best imaginative experience - 2003 Toyota Matrix
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    Well, I never really dove the car i just sat in it to see if I wanted to buy it, I want to but right now I just dont have the money to but I will try to get it ASAP.All i have to say is that the car is a great and if you imagine driving the car you feel like that you are free from everything. Thanks for the fun experience.

  • My Fifth Toyota - 2003 Toyota Matrix
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    My wife loves her Matrix. She is a school teacher and carries many school related and other types of things in it. It swallows amazing quantities of stuff for a small station wagon. She also insisted upon a manual trans, and is very happy with it. Great in the turns..like a sports car. I love how easy it is to enter and exit, and the room in the rear seat. Lots of nooks to store things.

  • Matrix - 2003 Toyota Matrix
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    I purchased a Matrix a little over a month ago. So far I am very pleased. The gas mileage is great - averaging 27 mpg for mostly city driving. The interior is funtional and roomy. The styling is a little different, but overall it is a good looking car (although a little goofy from some angles). Performance is great - especially when the timing changes above 6000 rpm.

  • Fun Fun Fun.....at 6000+ RPMs - 2003 Toyota Matrix
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    I am very impressed with every aspect of this vehicle. It has the looks. Its got power. Its exceptionally versatile...and its great on gas. The vehicle handles very tight considering its ride height. The suspension is taught but not rough. The engine (2ZZ Celica GTS Engine) is silky smooth. Its a blast when you hit the 6000 RPM threshold where VVTL-i kicks in...sets you back in your seat. The creature comforts and standard features all play nicely in this very affordable pocket rocket. Highly Recommended!

  • Awesome - 2003 Toyota Matrix
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    I fell in love with this car the first time I saw it at an auto show. I traded a 2000 Mustang for this car and have yet to regret this decission.

  • 2003 Toyota Matrix Review - 2003 Toyota Matrix
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    This car has been one of the best vehicles that I have ever owned. I have not had one ounce of trouble with the vehicle. It drives well, rides well for a small car and I have traveled from Georgia to Kentucky, from to Kentucky to Texas and back and forth several times. Have spent a lot of hours in this car and the only complaint that I really have is having to use premium fuel. It runs well and drives well.

  • 2003 AWD MATRIX - 2003 Toyota Matrix
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    Absolutely thrilled with the 2003 Matrix. It is very comfortable to drive, excellent versatility with the large cargo space, and has more bang for the buck as compared to other 4wd models. Also very impressed with the high quality.

  • Masterful Matrix - 2003 Toyota Matrix
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    Ive had my Matrix for almost a year. What an awesome car! Ive packed it with my family of 4, loaded the rear to the ceiling, and stuffed a luggage rack with gear and mountain bikes and then climbed the mountains around Flaming Gorge Utah. It didnt miss a beat! I love the styling. We still have people stop us to talk about the car.

  • Red Matrix - 2003 Toyota Matrix
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    I truely enjoy my Matrix. My VW Passat wagon finally died and was looking for a replacement. A new Passat was out of the question(price). My search took me to Toyota. First impression,wierd. My wife didnt like it. Since the car was for me,that was a good thing. Well,as time goes by the car has grown on her. I tend to go for something different. I like the fact that the roads are not full of them yet. It still attracts attention.

  • LIKE THE MATRIX - 2003 Toyota Matrix
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    THISIS AN EYE CATCHING VEHICLE AND WE WANTD TO REPLACE OUR COROLLA. WE WANTED SOMETHING USEFUL BUT NOT THE TANKS THAT ARE RUNNING AROUND. THE MATIX FIT THE BILL. HOLDS THE DOG, AND ALL KINDS OF STUFF. VERY NIMBLE, THE TRANSMISSION IS QUITE EFFICENT. VERY STRONG IN THE HILLS WITH SEVERAL ADULTS IT IT. GETS GREAT GAS MILEAGE, I WOULD BUY 2 IF I COULD.

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