Overview & Reviews

For 2007, Toyota has discontinued the sporty XRS trim level and the all-wheel-drive models.

• Comfortable ride, roomy backseat, versatile cargo area, impressive fuel economy.

• Antilock brakes and stability control cost extra, mediocre acceleration.

User Reviews:

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  Quick and Nimble - 2007 Toyota Matrix
  By Out Door Guy - June 23 - 10:16 pm

  Got rid of my Nissan Pathfinder for this ride. Ive put 800 miles on it so far without any problems. The manual tranny shift is at hand level which makes changing gears pretty effortless. Overall the vehicle is quite nimble and fun to drive although the engine is noisy in 1st and 2nd gear. Once up to speed it rides well. Mileage is a solid 26 city, 29 highway. As others have noted the suspension is stiff so when you hit a bump or pothole you feel it. As you know the storage is fantastic with hatchback convenience. If you haul a lot of outdoor gear like skiis, camping equipment or a bike this is the car for you.

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  Nice car, but last Toyota - 2007 Toyota Matrix
  By Ralphus - June 12 - 7:03 am

  This is a nice car. Excellent mileage, easy to drive, comfortable, for a small car. Lots of road noise, but its a small car. The deal killer for me, is you cant lock the doors with the remote if the door(s) are open. You get home from shopping, its raining, you have to get out, unload your stuff in the puddle filled driveway, getting your stuff soaked, fish your keys out of your pocket, lock the car, and get your stuff. Had I known about this "feature", I would have not bought this car. Instead of pushing the button, you have to hold the button on the remote to open the glass hatch. Its faster to use the key. Bad design choices.

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  6 years and going strong! - 2007 Toyota Matrix
  By matrixrocks - May 31 - 5:02 pm

  I needed a reliable car and definitely found one in the matrix. Have owned it for 6+ years and never spent much money on it, except for maintenance every 6 months or so (oil, tire rotation). Its not a sports car, kinda slow, but it takes you from A to B without worries and at a low cost. I get about 28mi/Gal overall. Love that I can flatten all the seats and fir big stuff in the car. Very satisfied with my purchase, and now that its paid off, couldnt be happier!

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  Would prefer leather interior - 2007 Toyota Matrix
  By neighborette - April 21 - 10:03 am

  On the highway with light city driving I average 34 miles per gallon. The money I save on gas over my last vehicle pays my car payment. People like to complain buy American, [non-permissible content removed]. I would much rather spend that extra money on a newer car from a manufacturer that has created American Manufacturing Jobs. Toyota keep up the good, but no perfect work.

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  A Very Good Buy - 2007 Toyota Matrix
  By Littleshoes - March 21 - 1:16 pm

  After 1,000 miles, I have no regrets. Bought for its gas mileage and versatile interior which are even better than I expected. Ave. 29 mpg local and 37 mpg highway. Drivers seat is high, but Im short so its fine. Added side air bags, stability and traction control, ABS, window tint and leather seats. The versatile interior is great whether carrying groceries or lumber. A more powerful engine would be nice, but Ill take the mpg. A comfortable car mostly driven locally. I have no doubt this was an excellent purchase.

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  Matrix XR - 2007 Toyota Matrix
  By Brian - December 27 - 12:26 pm

  Car handles pretty well. Also pretty generic looking car with number of issues. 1) My new car dash rattles ( I know, take it to the dealer). 2) 4 speaker stereo is bad, you cant hear it when sitting on back seats. Back seats are very uncomfortable, too. 3) Interior seat covers cheap. 4) Outside paint is very thin and pretty easy to scratch.

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  Im Happy - 2007 Toyota Matrix
  By ToyotaSceptic - August 8 - 2:00 am

  I am getting way better gas mileage that what Ive seen in the reviews. In the summer I am getting 40. My only issue is with the paint job. My first Black car and it will scratch if you look at it wrong. Understandable Black cars can be cursed with this issue but when I noticed rust specks around the wheel areas? I was told it was because of the break pads and the dealership basically told me pound sand. Oh well next time Ill drive out of state to get my next Toyota.

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  Good Dog Car - 2007 Toyota Matrix
  By wolf - July 12 - 10:00 am

  I bought my car used at 36,000 miles. I love it and have not had any problems since purchasing it a year ago. My only complaint is that the in-town mileage is not as good as expected. I get about 23-2 mpg in a very cold and snowy city. Summer hwy miles have been as good as 36 mpg. Granted, I have had to idle the car to warm it up while I clear off ice and snow on our very coldest of days, which reduces mileage considerably. Overall, I love the car and am looking forward to having it for many years to come.

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  Meets most of my needs - 2007 Toyota Matrix
  By Up-the-River - May 13 - 8:20 am

  My Matrix XR replaced a Honda driven 10 yr, 250k and loved. I have yet to develop same affection for Matrix. After 10k it seems reliable, functional, economical, fun to drive. 5 sp shift is smooth but has a unique click sound each shift. Some design features are at times inconvenient or annoying. Visibility out side and back suffers. Front and rear seat headrests are always in way, same for body/roof posts. Warning signal for unbuckled seatbelts is loud, obnoxious. Why all the noise when passenger unbuckles to remove coat or briefcase or box is on passenger seat? And panic button on the key fob is horribly designed. How many times have I accidentally set it off? Please dont ask my neighbors!

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  Fantastic Little Car! - 2007 Toyota Matrix
  By Nicole922 - April 24 - 8:43 pm

  I cant say enough good things about this car! Ive had it since December, and already put almost 8000 miles on it! The gas mileage is amazing (~35 miles to the gallon) on the beltway. The design and handling are great! Its a smooth ride, and there is more than enough room for myself and my family of four! More cargo room than any of the other "wagons" out there, and its a cute sporty mom car for the young at heart who arent ready to graduate to the minivans, but also not willing to suffer the cost of fuel in an SUV!