2009 Toyota Matrix
2009 Toyota Matrix
2009 Toyota Matrix
2009 Toyota Matrix
Toyota has grand aspirations for the new Matrix, and set ambitious goals while developing the new car. The aim was to make the 5-door hatch more coupe-like in appearance, while increasing the utility that customers have come to expect in the Matrix. For the 2009 model year, the Matrix will come in three grades; Standard represents the (aptly titled) base model, S, and XRS get more aggressive body packaging, larger wheels and tires, and appropriately upgraded bells and whistles. The Matrix will offer two engine choices, 1.8- and 2.4-liter inline-fours with 132 and 158 horsepower respectively. Buyers will have their choice of a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic mated to either engine.
2009 Toyota Matrix
The Toyota Matrix, the sporty five-door vehicle that helped redefine the concept of a crossover utility vehicle, has been redesigned for the 2009 model year to offer performance that matters for driver enjoyment. “The Matrix concept was based on blending the functionality of an SUV, the style, image and performance of a sports car with the affordability of a subcompact sedan.
2009 Toyota Matrix
It's a nice clean design. A Matrix buyer is going to be even more utility-focused than a Corolla buyer, so it just has to look good enough to not be ugly. However, I had to laugh at the design goal to "make the 5-door hatch more coupe-like in appearance." Mercedes and Mazda have managed to pull off "4-door coupe", but I think the "5-door wagon coupe" will need a bit more finess.
