2003-2008 Toyota Matrix: Technical Specifications

Updated: 11/23/08

2003 Toyota Matrix
2008 Toyota Matrix
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2003-2008 Toyota Matrix 

  • Price Range:  $6,800 - $15,900
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Specs for this generation Toyota Matrix include everything from fuel mileage to seating capacity to options availability.

Vehicle Dimensions

Specification 4-door wagon (AWD)
Wheelbase, in. 102.4
Overall Length, in. 171.3
Overall Width, in. 69.9
Overall Height, in. 61.0
Curb Weight, lbs. 2943
Cargo Volume, cu. ft. 53.2
Standard Payload, lbs. --
Fuel Capacity, gals. 11.9
Seating Capacity 5
Front Head Room, in. 40.6
Max. Front Leg Room, in. 41.8
Rear Head Room, in. 39.8
Max. Rear Leg Room, in. 36.3

Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.


Powertrain Options and Availability

Standard and XR models held a 1.8-liter, dual-overhead-cam four-cylinder that developed 130 horsepower (123 with AWD) and 125 pound-feet of torque. Either a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission may be installed. The Matrix XRS used a 180-horsepower version (later rated at 170) and came only with a six-speed manual transmission.
Engines Size liters /
cu. in
Horse- power Torque Transmission:
EPA city/hgwy
Consumer Guide Observed
dohc I4 1.8 / 110 123-130 125 5-speed manual: 29/36
4-speed automatic: 28/33
5-speed manual: --
4-speed automatic: --
dohc I4 1.8 / 110 170-108 127-130 6-speed manual: 25/30 6-speed manual: --

With AWD and automatic, the EPA rating of the regular engine is 26/31 mpg.

Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.

Built In:  Canada
Drive Wheels: transverse front-engine/front- or all-wheel drive
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