Overview & Reviews

Introduced last year, the Matrix carries over unchanged into 2004.

• Versatile cargo area, good gas mileage, smooth ride, generous standard equipment list, available all-wheel drive.

• Modest torque output from engines, non-sporting driving experience.

User Reviews:

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  Our "tan" Matrix - 2004 Toyota Matrix
  By dmartin - December 29 - 2:00 am

  We purchased our 2003 Matrix last May. It is a lot of fun to drive and handles like a dream. So far we have only one complaint. When it is sunny, you cannot see the odometer with sunglasses on. The head and leg room are great. We have taken it on our first real family vacation last summer and look forward to another great vacation this summer. Thank you, Toyota for bringing back the "wagon".

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  SAFE AND SPORTY - 2004 Toyota Matrix
  By MARK NGUYEN - December 29 - 2:00 am

  THE CAR IS GREAT TO HANDLE AND A GREAT VEHICLE TO TAKE AROUND IF YOU NEED SPACE AND COMFORT. I TAKE MY MATRIX WITH ME EVERY WEEKEND TO THE BEACH ABOUT 100 MILES FROM WHERE I LIVE. IT HAS PLENTY OF ROOM FOR MY 9 FOOT 9 SURFBOARD AND 2 FRIENDS.

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  luvdamatrix - 2004 Toyota Matrix
  By MandM - December 24 - 10:00 am

  The matrix is a great car. Dispite what the editors review say, its fun to drive. I agree with some consumers in that Toyota can improve on the quality of its dash board interior. I hope theyre listening. Overall, its drivability has been very reliable and I push it hard.

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  Best car we ever owned - 2004 Toyota Matrix
  By Beth Hartford - October 16 - 10:00 am

  Almost went with the hybrid, but chose the Matrix and couldnt be happier. Terrific here in the Sierras where we get snow, ice and heavy rains. It handles the roads here in the mountains like a big SUV. And I pop one or both back seats down and bring lumber home from the store, as well as enough groceries to last us a month. And we checked with our insurance agent before we bought a new car, to see which ones were the best value to insure and this car got a great rating. And with gas prices being as high as they are we are getting phenomenal mileage.

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  I love this car - 2004 Toyota Matrix
  By BethM - October 16 - 10:00 am

  I love my car. It is stylish and fun to drive. Also with gas prices the way they are, Im glad its great on gas. It is very comfortable, and has great pick up.

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  I love my matrix! - 2004 Toyota Matrix
  By Big mama - October 16 - 10:00 am

  I love this car its great, fun, cute, and all around wonderful. The silver trimmed dash board, the smooth ride, all the great things you can put in a car toyota did.

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  Enter the Matrix - 2004 Toyota Matrix
  By tag - October 9 - 10:16 pm

  When the clutch system is at its best, the driving expericence is great. I like all the electronic hook up ports for my MP3, cell phone etc. The front control panel is easy to read and manipulate. The brake system is awesome.

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  Help, Im trapped in the Matrix... - 2004 Toyota Matrix
  By Adam Smith - October 4 - 2:00 am

  This was a great little car off the lot. However, with 5000 miles under its belt, the novelty has worn off. First off, Toyota overstated the HP rating of the XRS for 2004 (actually 173hp), and has offered no resolution other than "oops! sorry! have a nice day." I paid a premium for the XRS, did I not? At least get your spec sheet right, or give me a rebate. The revisions to the engine also lower the gas mileage, whee! Im also having numerous interior rattles, the dash is falling apart, and my transmission doesnt want to go into gear. My clutch is also acting up (wont engage right often), and im not an abusive driver.

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  Toyota Matrix 2004 - 2004 Toyota Matrix
  By rmcswain72 - September 30 - 10:00 am

  I really love this car. Its versatile, has great gas mileage, and a nice sporty look.

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  Excellent car - 2004 Toyota Matrix
  By greg - September 24 - 9:40 pm

  We bought this car new. It has not had any problems. We even pull a 10X6 trailer around town three or four times a year. It has 106,000 miles on it. My kids have broken the back exterior door handles due to pulling down instead of just out (due to their height). Other than that - it is a great car and we consistently get 31 mpg. There is a funny noise it makes when it is 45 degrees or colder until it warms up.