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Is Toyota Matrix 2004 a good car?

Is Toyota Matrix 2004 a good car?

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.

What kind of oil does a 2004 Toyota Matrix take?

5W-30
Engine Oil

Viscosity: 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
Capacity: 4.4 quarts (with filter)Capacity shown is in combination with updated dipstick P/N 15301-22050. Capacity with originally installed dipstick P/N 15301-22030 is 0.5L (0.5 quarts) less.
Torque: 27 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)

What kind of mpg does the Toyota Matrix get?

Overall our mileage for the 80,000 miles is 27 which isn’t great but is acceptable. see full Toyota Matrix review Have never gotten less than 28 MPG, even when driving hard and in mountains. Usually get between 30 and 31 in the rolling country where I live. Have gotten over 34. see full Toyota Matrix review

Is the Toyota Matrix XR a good car?

It’s robust, has tons of cargo space and gets good gas milage 30 mpg hwy. I use mine to commute 50 miles to work everyday and another 50 miles back home. Last time I checked it had about 240,000 miles on the odometer. I just sold my Matrix XR after 162k trouble free miles.

Are there any problems with the Toyota Matrix?

The only problem I ever had with the car was the original battery failing at 6mo. Even normal maintenance was pretty cheap with the car; (obviously oil, belts, coolant, air filters are really time based and don’t vary from car to car) the Matrix was very easy on brakes & gas and decent on tires too.

Where does the Toyota Matrix get most of its miles?

The rest of the miles were in the city (31.7 percent), in the suburbs (0 percent), and in heavy traffic (0 percent). In addition, the average 2013 Toyota Matrix in this analysis was driven on flat terrain with a light foot and the AC not used at all.

What kind of gas mileage does a Toyota Matrix get?

2012 Toyota Matrix Gas Mileage Year/ Make/ Model Trim Combined Gas Mileage (mpg) City Gas Mileage (mpg) Highway Gas Mileage (mpg) 2012 Toyota Matrix Wagon 5D L 2WD 29.0 26 32 2012 Toyota Matrix Wagon 5D S 2WD 24.5 21 28 2012 Toyota Matrix Wagon 5D S AWD 23.0 20 26

What kind of drive does a Toyota Matrix have?

The Standard and XR models may be equipped with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. The XRS sport model comes with front-wheel drive only and packs an additional 50 horsepower and a six-speed-manual gearbox. Toyota released the 2004 Matrix in May 2003 with a choice of new value packages.

When did the Toyota Matrix XR come out?

Toyota released the 2004 Matrix in May 2003 with a choice of new value packages. A Power Package includes remote keyless entry and power windows and locks. An Extra Value Package for the XR adds underbody spoilers, fog lamps, alloy wheels and a moonroof. The Matrix most resembles a small wagon.

How big are the tires on a Toyota Matrix?

Standard tires measure 16 inches in diameter, and the XR and XRS may be equipped with optional 17-inchers. Alloy wheels are optional on the Standard and XR models and standard on the XRS, which also features fog lights, a front spoiler and a rear underbody spoiler.

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Ruth Doyle