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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  • wow what a machine - 2003 Toyota Matrix
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    awesome

  • Outstanding Car - 2003 Toyota Matrix
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    The Matrix is a cross between a SUV and a Station Wagon. Driving it you feel the size and security of an SUV but you have the economy of a ecomomy car...

  • Great Vehicle - 2003 Toyota Matrix
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    This is my first car and it has been great. There is adaquate power and the handling is great, considering a 16 year old driver owns it. This vehicle could use an optional subwoffer, otherwise it is an excellent vehicle.

  • LOTS FOR YOUR MONEY - 2003 Toyota Matrix
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    FOR THE MONEY - ITS THE CAR TO GET!! GREAT RIDE - LOTS OF ROOM - SPORTY FOR A 4 DOOR - I LOVE IT.

  • Driver comfort - 2003 Toyota Matrix
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    Love the mileage. The car handles well. Its a great car for running back and forth to work and around town. The front seats need better lower back support. My kids have a hard time see out from the back seat. It is a hard car to beat for the price.

  • Love my Matrix - 2003 Toyota Matrix
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    Lots of pep. Easy to park. Easy to handle. Great in snow and rain.

  • Looks kind of cool, performance so-so! - 2003 Toyota Matrix
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    If it wasnt my old Rav4 was totally by a Suburban, I wouldnt be in the market for a new car this rather short period of time. Well, another Rav4, I rather not. I looked at the Matrix and the CRV. I almost bought the CRV, except that I need something more fun and interesting to look at. I looked at the Protege5 too, but the smaller engine wasnt up to the task to have fun. Well, the Matrix wins, but it is not the king. It wins only by its slightly better acceration and interior roominess. It is not a real sport car to me, but then, it looks kind of cool.

  • Very Reliable Useful Vehicle - 2003 Toyota Matrix
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    This is a great reliable car. If you want a car that is practical and a little bit fun buy a Matrix. I haul my dogs around in comfort. When I buy Toyota I expect a trouble free car and that is what I got. I wish the gear shift was a bit smoother but it isnt bad. You get a comfortable ride on the highway and it does great in the city too.

  • Consumer review 2003 Toyota Matrix - 2003 Toyota Matrix
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    Unbelievable handling. Fun to drive, but with some drawbacks. 1) hard to manage clutch. 2) brakes, clutch, steering wheel not real comfortable. Needs to have telescoping steering wheel and more room above clutch as toe hits firewall before clutch is fully depressed. 3) excessive pressure required on clutch to start vehicle is a pain, perhaps can be adjusted. Sound system is great, but requires much difficult reading to master as the owners manual is poorly done in this area. GOOD mileage (33 mpg hwy, 29 city). Decent (not great) power, best over 4,000 rpm. Cargo space is very good, but cup holders get in the way of emergency brake. Basically, Im glad that I bought it.

  • Just Love It!! - 2003 Toyota Matrix
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    We looked for this car for a while, it was hard to find the car with the color and features that we wanted but at the end our dealer found it the day we were about to buy another car!! Thanks god he found it!!! We LOVE IT!!! Highly recommended!!

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