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{{Short description|Compact station wagon by Toyota, 2002–2014}}
{{Distinguish|Hyundai Matrix}}
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{{Infobox automobile
| name = Toyota Matrix
| image = 2009 Toyota Matrix (E140).jpg
| caption = 2009 Toyota Matrix Standard
| manufacturer = [[Toyota]]
| aka = Toyota Corolla Matrix<ref name="Corolla Matrix">{{cite web |url=https://www.toyota.com/t3Portal/document/om-s/OM12767U/pdf/OM12767U.pdf |title=Toyota 2003 Matrix Owner's Manual (OM12767U) |publisher=Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A, Inc. |date=2002 |access-date=2019-02-09 |archive-date=2020-09-28 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200928040156/https://www.toyota.com/t3Portal/document/om-s/OM12767U/pdf/OM12767U.pdf |url-status=dead }}</ref>
| production = 2002–2014
| model_years = {{unbulleted list
  | 2003–2013 (U.S.)
  | 2003–2014 (Canada)
  }}
| assembly = [[Cambridge, Ontario|Cambridge]], Canada ([[Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada|TMMC]])
| class = [[Compact car]] ([[C-segment|C]])
| body_style = 5-door [[hatchback]]
| layout = {{unbulleted list
  | [[Front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout|Front-engine, front-wheel-drive]]
  | [[Front-engine, four-wheel-drive layout|Front-engine, four-wheel-drive]]
  }}
| platform = [[Toyota MC platform]]
| related = {{unbulleted list
  | [[Toyota Corolla]]
  | [[Pontiac Vibe]]<ref>{{cite web |title=Twinned Vehicles: Same Cars, Different Brands |url=https://www.edmunds.com/car-buying/twinned-vehicles-same-cars-different-brands.html |website=Edmunds |access-date=20 August 2020 |language=en-us |date=3 August 2001}}</ref>
  }}
| successor = [[Toyota Corolla iM]]
}}

The '''Toyota Matrix''', officially named '''Toyota Corolla Matrix''',<ref name="Corolla Matrix" /> is a [[compact car|compact]] hatchback manufactured by [[Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada]] in [[Cambridge, Ontario]] and derived from the [[Toyota Corolla|Corolla]]. Introduced in 2002 as a 2003 model, the Matrix was the result of a joint venture between [[Toyota]] and [[General Motors]], with the GM version being the [[Pontiac Vibe]], which was assembled by New United Motor Manufacturing, Inc. ([[NUMMI]]) in [[Fremont, California]], United States.<ref>{{cite web|title=What We Make – Voltz |url=http://www.nummi.com/voltz.php |publisher=[[NUMMI|New United Motor Manufacturing, Inc.]] |access-date=2008-10-13 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20080512171658/http://www.nummi.com/voltz.php |archive-date=2008-05-12}}</ref>

The Matrix was positioned as a sporty hatchback counterpart of the North American Corolla and was counted as a variant of it in Toyota's sales figures.<ref>{{cite web|title=Sales|url=http://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/crain/an7894428370PNBVG/index.php?startid=32#/44|publisher=Automotive News magazine|access-date=2009-04-28}}</ref>

Although identical mechanically, and nearly as much internally, the Matrix and Vibe had different sheetmetal and exterior trim designed by their respective brands. Both vehicles are narrow, tall [[station wagon]]s styled in a quasi-[[Sport utility vehicle|SUV]] fashion (called a [[Crossover SUV|crossover utility vehicle]] or "CUV" by Toyota) and marketed to a fairly youthful market segment.<ref name="CC-03TM">{{cite web|title=A sleek "CUV" with youthful imagination - 2003 Toyota Matrix|author=Huffman, John|url=http://www.thecarconnection.com/Vehicle_Reviews/SUVs_Wagons/2003_Toyota_Matrix.S181.A4435.html|publisher=The Car Connection|access-date=2008-04-26}}</ref> This type of car is also commonly referred to as a [[sport wagon]].

First sold in February 2002,<ref name="SCC-1">{{cite journal |last=Jacquot |first=Josh |date=April 2009 |title=2003 Toyota Matrix XRS Road Test Review |journal=Sport Compact Car |url=http://www.sportcompactcarweb.com/roadtests/0201scc_2003_toyota_matrix_xrs/index.html |access-date=2013-08-07 }}</ref> the Matrix saw a minor facelift for the 2005 [[model year]], and was redesigned completely in 2008 for the 2009 model year, following the [[Toyota Corolla (E140)|tenth generation Corolla]]. Sales of the Matrix were discontinued in the United States in 2013 and in Canada in 2014.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Holmes |first=Jake |date=6 August 2013 |title=Toyota Matrix Discontinued In U.S. For 2014 |url=https://www.motortrend.com/news/toyota-matrix-discontinued-in-u-s-for-2014-238709/ |website=MotorTrend}}</ref>

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=={{anchor|E130}}First generation (E130; 2002)==
{{Infobox automobile
| name = First generation
| image = 2003-2004 Toyota Matrix XR -- 03-21-2012.JPG
| caption = 2003–2004 Toyota Matrix XR
| production = February 2002 – December 2007
| model_years = 2003–2008
| designer = Craig Kember (1999)<ref name="NYTIMES">{{cite web|last1=Hakim|first1=Danny|title=Private Sector; A Hip Toyota, by His Design|url=https://www.nytimes.com/2002/06/02/business/private-sector-a-hip-toyota-by-his-design.html?_r=0 |work=The New York Times |date=2002-06-02 |access-date=2016-09-16}}</ref>
| related = {{unbulleted list
  | [[Toyota Corolla (E130)]]
  | [[Pontiac Vibe|Pontiac Vibe/Toyota Voltz]]
  | [[Toyota Celica (T230)]]
  }}
| engine = {{unbulleted list
  | {{convert|1794|cc|L cuin|1|abbr=on}} ''[[Toyota ZZ engine#1ZZ-FE|1ZZ-FE]]'' [[Straight-four engine|I4]]
  | {{convert|123|-|130|hp|kW|abbr=on}}<ref name="MT-NBW"/>
  | {{convert|1796|cc|L cuin|1|abbr=on}} ''[[Toyota ZZ engine#2ZZ-GE|2ZZ-GE]]'' I4
  | {{convert|164|-|180|hp|kW|abbr=on}}<ref name="MT-NBW"/>
  }}
| transmission = {{unbulleted list
  | 4-speed [[Toyota A transmission#A246E|''A246E'']] automatic transmission (FWD Base/XR)
  | 4-speed [[Toyota U transmission#U240E|''U240E'']] automatic transmission (FWD XRS available in the 2003 only)
  | 4-speed [[Toyota U transmission#U341F|''U341F'']] automatic transmission (4WD Base/XR)
  | 5-speed ''C59'' [[manual transmission|manual]]<ref name="MT-NBW"/>
  | 6-speed ''C60'' manual<ref name="MT-NBW"/>
  }}
| wheelbase = {{convert|102.4|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}<ref name="MT-NBW"/>
| length = {{convert|171.3|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}<ref name="MT-NBW"/>
| width = {{convert|69.9|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}<ref name="MT-NBW"/>
| height = {{convert|61.0|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}<ref name="MT-NBW"/>
}}
The Matrix was first introduced in the 2003 model year and based on the Toyota Corolla platform.<ref name="SCC-1"/> Relatively unchanged in 2004, a facelift for 2005 brought minor revisions to the exterior – mainly revised styling to the front fascia due to complaints of rubbing the ground on the previous incarnation and replacing the red lenses on the taillamps with clear ones.<ref name="E-04"/><ref name="E-05"/> Also, the center instrument panel was slightly redesigned and featured a Toyota [[head unit]] in place of the previous [[General Motors|GM]]-sourced radio.<ref name="E-05"/>

Two 1.8&nbsp;L [[Straight-four engine|four-cylinder engines]] were offered in the Matrix: the [[Toyota ZZ engine|1ZZ-FE]] used in the Corolla, which originally made {{Convert|130|hp|kW|lk=on}} in 2003 through 2005 models, but was reduced to {{Convert|126|hp|kW}} in 2006,<ref name="AOL-06"/> and the performance-oriented 2ZZ-GE taken from the [[Toyota Celica]] GT-S,<ref name="MT-NBW">
{{cite journal |last=Walton |first=Chris |date=March 2002 |title=The Next Band Wagons |journal=[[Motor Trend]]|pages=82–90 |url=http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/wagon/112_0205_sport_wagons/index.html |access-date=2008-07-18 }}</ref> which produced {{convert|164|hp|kW}} (previously {{Convert|180|hp|kW}} in 2003, {{Convert|173|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} in 2004,<ref>{{cite web|title=2004 Toyota Matrix – Specs|url=http://www.new-cars.com/2004/toyota/toyota-matrix-specs.html|publisher=New-cars.com|access-date=2008-10-22}}</ref> and {{Convert|170|hp|kW}} in 2005).<ref>{{cite web|title=2005 Toyota Matrix New Car Buyer's Guide|url=http://www.car.com/content/research/buyersguide/index.cfm/action/viewGuide/year_si/2005/make_vch/Toyota/model_vch/Matrix/xml/2005-toyota-matrix.xml|publisher=Car.com|access-date=2008-10-22}}</ref> The 2006 drop in power was due to new testing standards, and not a change in the engine's actual performance.<ref name="AOL-06">{{cite web|title=2006 Toyota Matrix Complete Review|url=http://autos.aol.com/cars-Toyota-Matrix-2006/expert-review|publisher=New Car Test Drive, Inc.|access-date=2008-10-22}}</ref>

In late 2006, Toyota discontinued use of the [[Toyota ZZ engine#2ZZ-GE|2ZZ-GE]] engine and dropped the XRS from the Matrix lineup to be temporarily replaced by the M-Theory edition. Like each year of the XRS model, the M-Theory was a limited production run of 2500 cars.<ref name="CC-07TM">{{cite web|title=2007 Toyota Matrix Review|author=Peters, Eric|url=http://www.thecarconnection.com/fullreview/toyota_matrix_2007|publisher=The Car Connection|access-date=2008-07-24}}</ref> [[All wheel drive]] was also available from 2003 to 2006 when coupled to the 1ZZ engine and automatic transmission, but was dropped at the same time as the XRS.<ref name="CC-07TM"/>

===Models===
{{Multiple image | align = left | direction = vertical | width = 220
| image1 = 05-08 Toyota Matrix.jpg
| image2 = 2008 Toyota Matrix, Rear Left, 11-21-2021.jpg
| caption2 = 2005–2008 Toyota Matrix Standard
}}

====Standard (2003–2008)====
Starting out at {{USD|14,670}} in 2003, the no-frills base model came with few options. While it did have standard air conditioning, it left out features like color-keyed mirrors and door handles, blacked out window frames and power mirrors. One option the base model could be had with was AWD for an additional $1,465 (although the actual increase was $2,445, since AWD only came with an automatic transmission). Adding AWD brought the car's curb weight of {{convert|2679|lb|kg||abbr=on}} up to {{convert|2943|lb|kg||abbr=on}} and decreased power by {{Convert|7|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} and {{convert|7|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}}.<ref>{{cite web|title=2003 Toyota Matrix Complete Review|url=http://autos.aol.com/cars-Toyota-Matrix-2003/expert-review|publisher=New Car Test Drive, Inc.|access-date=2008-10-12}}</ref><ref name="Autoblog.com">{{cite web|url=http://www.autoblog.com/cars-compare?cur_page=details&v1=USB30TOC171A0&v2=USB30TOC172A0&v3=USB30TOC171B0&v4=USB30TOC172B0&v5=USB30TOC171C0 |title=2003 Toyota Matrix Front-wheel Drive Hatchback vs All-wheel Drive Hatchback |publisher=Autoblog.com}}</ref> In 2004, the price of a base model remained unchanged, but by the last year of production, 2008, it had risen to $15,510.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.autoblog.com/cars-compare?cur_page=overview&v1=USB80TOC171A0&v2=USB70TOC171A0&v3=USB60TOC171A0&v4=USB50TOC171A0&v5=USB40TOC171A0 |title=	2004 - 2008 Toyota Matrix |publisher=Autoblog.com}}</ref>

====XR (2003–2008)====
The Matrix's XR mid-grade trim level added features like color-matched mirrors and door handles, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and a panic button on the [[key fob]]. Options available with the XR trim included a [[sunroof]], body kit, and {{convert|17|in|mm|adj=on}} [[alloy wheel]]s. A 2003 XR started at {{USD|16,180}} and {{convert|2701|lb|kg||abbr=on}}, but when equipped with AWD cost at least $18,445 (only $305 less than an XRS) and weighed in at {{convert|2965|lb|kg||abbr=on}}.<ref name="Autoblog.com"/> Like the base model, the XR's AWD engine was detuned. Again, the car's price for its second year stayed the same, but in the four years after that, it rose to $16,990.<ref>{{cite web|title=2004–2008 Toyota Matrix XR|url=http://www.autoblog.com/cars-compare?cur_page=overview&v1=USB80TOC171B0&v2=USB70TOC171B0&v3=USB60TOC171B0&v4=USB50TOC171B0&v5=USB40TOC171B0|publisher=Autoblog.com}}</ref>

====XRS (2003–2006)====
[[File:2003-2004 Toyota Matrix XRS.jpg|thumb|left|2004 Toyota Matrix XRS with [[Toyota Racing Development|TRD]] grille]]

For {{USD|18,750-}}, the top-of-the-line model came standard with four-wheel [[disc brakes]] and six speakers. Also included on all XRS models were [[anti-lock brakes]] with [[Electronic Brakeforce Distribution]], 16-inch alloy wheels, and [[cruise control]]. In 2003, 17-inch wheels could be had, but only on cars without a sunroof. An option combining {{convert|17|in|mm|adj=on}} wheels and a sunroof became available the second year of production. In 2005, an XRS started out at $18,850, and for its last year, it sold for at least $19,250.<ref>{{cite web|title=2005-2006 Toyota Matrix XRS|url=http://www.autoblog.com/cars-compare?cur_page=overview&v1=USB30TOC171C0&v2=USB40TOC171C0&v3=USB50TOC171C0&v4=USB60TOC171C0|publisher=Autoblog.com}}</ref>

The XRS trim included an engine upgrade to Toyota's higher-performance [[Toyota ZZ engine#2ZZ-GE|2ZZ-GE]]  engine. Displacing {{convert|1796|cc|L cuin||abbr=on}}, it produced {{Convert|180|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} and {{convert|130|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}} – a then-rare [[volumetric efficiency|100&nbsp;horsepower-per-liter]]. While its 11.5:1 [[compression ratio]] was a large factor in its performance, the engine could change to a second cam profile at higher RPM through Toyota's [[VVTL-i]] and was designed for operation up to 8500&nbsp;RPM. The engine's high compression necessitates "premium" gasoline (91 octane or above in the [[Research Octane Number|(R+M)/2 scale]]). With the exception of an available automatic in 2003, a six-speed manual transmission was the only gearbox offered in the XRS.<ref name="MT-NBW"/> A Transitional Low Emission Vehicle ([[TLEV]]) its first year of production,<ref>{{cite web|title=2003 Toyota Matrix XRS|url=http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/noframes/18789.shtml|publisher=Fueleconomy.gov|access-date=2008-10-12}}</ref> the 2ZZ was [[retrofitted]] in 2004 with a [[Secondary air injection|smog pump]] and reclassified as an [[Ultra Low Emission Vehicle]] (ULEV).<ref>{{cite web|title=2004 Toyota Matrix XRS|url=http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/noframes/19900.shtml|publisher=Fueleconomy.gov|access-date=2008-10-12}}</ref>

The Matrix was able to come to a full stop from {{convert|60|mi/h|km/h|abbr=on}} in only {{convert|114|ft|m}}.<ref name="MT-NBW"/> Due to being [[front wheel drive]], the XRS has a [[weight distribution]] of 59/41 (front/rear), which may result in [[understeer]] when driven hard. It weighs in at a relatively light {{convert|2800|lb|kg||abbr=on}}.<ref name="MT-NBW"/><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.autoblog.com/cars-compare?cur_page=details&v1=USB30TOC171A0&v2=USB30TOC172A0&v3=USB30TOC171B0&v4=USB30TOC172B0&v5=USB30TOC171C0 |title=2003 Toyota Matrix - Compare Trims |publisher=Autoblog.com}}</ref>

====M-Theory (2007)====
Not a trim level, the M-Theory edition was a 2007-only<ref>{{cite web|title=2008 Toyota Matrix|url=http://www.gaywheels.com/detail.php?type=new&year=2008&make=39&model=17119&gff=1&makename=Toyota&modelname=Matrix%E2%84%91=10572.jpg|website=gaywheels.com|access-date=2008-10-12}}{{Dead link|date=July 2018 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=no }}</ref> appearance package with an exclusive "Speedway Blue" color. For {{USD|1,500}}, a customer got 17-inch [[Caldina]] wheels, a chrome exhaust tip, a numbered plaque (1 of 2500), four wheel disc brakes, and a spoiler. To improve handling, a "sport tuned suspension" and [[strut tower brace]] were included.<ref>{{cite web|title=Toyota Matrix M-Theory Package Announced|date=August 2006 |url=http://www.autoblog.com/2006/08/01/toyota-matrix-m-theory-package-announced/|publisher=autoblog.com|access-date=2008-10-12}}</ref>

===Interior===
{{Multiple image | align = right | direction = vertical | width = 220
| image1 = 2004 Matrix Dash.jpg
| caption1 = 2004 XRS dashboard
| image2 = Matrix Interior.jpg
| caption2 = Interior with seats folded
}}

One of the Matrix's unique design features is its interior, particularly the rear 60/40 seats and cargo area. Made with rigid plastic backs, the rear seats fold flat, creating a {{convert|53.2|cuft|m3|abbr=on}} cargo area. In a practicality test, ''Motor Trend'' was able to haul more cargo in the Matrix than in a [[Subaru Impreza WRX#GD chassis (2001-2007)|Subaru WRX wagon]] with {{convert|61.1|cuft|m3|abbr=on}} of space.<ref name="MT-NBW"/> In addition to the eight tie-downs in the back for attaching the included cargo nets and [[tonneau cover]], the seats and rear floor have integrated rails for installing extra tie-downs.<ref name="MT-NBW"/><ref name="CD-VS">{{cite journal |last=Bedard |first=Patrick |date=June 2002 |title=Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Ford Focus, Pontiac Vibe, Mazda Protegé5, Suzuki Aerio, Toyota Matrix |journal=[[Car and Driver]] |url=http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/comparison_test/station_wagons/chrysler_pt_cruiser_vs_ford_focus_pontiac_vibe_mazda_protege5_suzuki_aerio_toyota_matrix_comparison_test+page-5.html |access-date=2008-10-12 }}</ref>

Up front, the passenger seat also folds flat, accommodating long items like surf boards or allowing drivers to use the tray in its back to hold items like a laptop computer. An electronic device can be charged with the 115 volt/100 watt [[power inverter]] (US models only).<ref>{{cite web|title=Toyota Matrix a 'crossover' of youthful practicality |url=http://www.jsonline.com/story/index.aspx?id=52165 |publisher=Jsonline.com |access-date=2008-10-12 }}{{dead link|date=May 2016|bot=medic}}{{cbignore|bot=medic}}</ref> The first year of production (2003), the [[List of vehicle instruments|instrument cluster]] was completely red.<ref name="SCC-1"/> However, the next year, Toyota made the numbers white while keeping the rest of the gauges red.<ref name="E-04">{{cite web|title=2004 Toyota Matrix Photo Archive|url=http://www.edmunds.com/toyota/matrix/2004/picturearchive.4.html|publisher=[[Edmunds.com]]|access-date=2008-10-21}}</ref> When the car was updated in 2005, a digital clock was added to the radio bezel.<ref name="E-05">{{cite web|title=2005 Toyota Matrix Photo Archive|url=http://www.edmunds.com/toyota/matrix/2005/picturearchive.2.html|publisher=[[Edmunds.com]]|access-date=2008-10-21}}</ref>

===Crash testing===
[[National Highway Traffic Safety Administration|NHTSA]] crash test ratings (2003):<ref>{{Cite web |title=2004 TOYOTA MATRIX {{!}} NHTSA |url=https://www.nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2004/TOYOTA/MATRIX |access-date=2024-05-22 |website=www.nhtsa.gov |language=en}}</ref>
*Frontal Crash Test – Driver: {{Rating|5|5}}
*Frontal Crash Test – Passenger: {{Rating|5|5}}
*Side Impact Rating – {{Rating|5|5}}
*Side Impact Rating – Rear: {{Rating|4|5}}
*Rollover Rating: {{Rating|4|5}}

===Recalls===
In May 2008, Toyota issued a [[Product recall|recall]] for 2003 and 2004 model year Corollas and Matrixes. The recall notice cites two bolts in each of the front doors as potentially causing the window to come off the track and break. This recall only applies to models equipped with power windows.<ref>Toyota Recall Notice – SSC 80A – "2003 through 2004 Model Year Corolla and Corolla Matrix front door glass bolts safety recall notice"</ref> General Motors issued a recall for the same problem on 2003 and 2004 Pontiac Vibes with power windows at the same time.<ref>{{cite web|title=2003 Pontiac Vibe Recalls|url=http://www.motortrend.com/cars/2003/pontiac/vibe/recalls/index.html|publisher=[[Motor Trend]] Magazine|access-date=2008-10-21}}</ref>

On August 26, 2010, Toyota issued a [[Product recall|recall]] for 2005 to 2008 model year Corollas and Matrixes, equipped with the 1ZZ-FE engine and two-wheel drive. The recall notices states that an improperly manufactured Engine Control Module (ECM) can develop a crack in its circuitry, potentially causing the "Check Engine" light to illuminate, harsh shifting, and stalling and/or failure of the engine to start.<ref>{{cite press release |url=http://pressroom.toyota.com/article_display.cfm?article_id=2056 |title=Toyota Announces Voluntary Safety Recall on Certain Toyota Corolla and Corolla Matrix Models |publisher=Toyota |location=US |date=2010-08-26 |access-date=2013-08-07 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130731145133/http://pressroom.toyota.com/article_display.cfm?article_id=2056 |archive-date=2013-07-31 }}</ref>

On November 20, 2019, along with 2003-2008 [[Toyota Corolla|Corollas]] and 2004 and 2005 [[Toyota Vitz|Yarises]], the Matrix of the model years from 2003 to 2008 was recalled in Mexico due to these cars containing Takata frontal passenger airbags which might degrade due to weather exposure and variation of high temperatures, which usually occurs on cities with extreme weather, which might cause serious injuries on passengers. Toyota has advised all owners of the following cars to replace these faulty frontal passenger airbags or all airbags, depending on the version. Toyota of Mexico has notified PROFECO that in the Mexican market exists 618 vehicles in addition to these three recalled vehicles. The replacing campaign will go due November 22.
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=={{anchor|E140}}Second generation (E140; 2008)==
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Second generation
| image = 2014 Toyota Matrix Touring Value Package in Classic Silver Metallic, Front Right, 06-04-2023.jpg
| caption = 2014 Toyota Matrix Touring Value Package
| production = January 2008 – 2014
| model_years = {{unbulleted list | 2009–2013 (U.S.) | 2009–2014 (Canada) }}
| designer = {{unbulleted list
  | Hirofumi Fukui (2005)
  | Yoshiyasu Neuchi and Shigetoshi Kozai (2011 facelift: 2009)
  }}
| related = [[Toyota Corolla (E140)]]
| engine = {{unbulleted list
  | {{convert|1797|cc|L cuin|1|abbr=on}} [[Toyota ZR engine#2ZR-FE|2ZR-FE]] I4
  | {{convert|132|hp|kW|abbr=on}}<ref name="T-PS"/>
  | {{convert|2362|cc|L cuin|1|abbr=on}} [[Toyota AZ engine#2AZ-FE|2AZ-FE]] I4
  | {{convert|158|hp|kW|abbr=on}}<ref name="T-PS"/>
  }}
| transmission = {{unbulleted list
  | 4-speed automatic<ref name="T-PS"/>
  | 5-speed automatic<ref name="T-PS"/>
  | 5-speed manual<ref name="T-PS"/>
  }}
| wheelbase = {{convert|102.4|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}<ref name="T-PS"/>
| length = {{unbulleted list
  | {{convert|173.0|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}<ref name="T-PS"/>
  | AWD: {{convert|171.9|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}<ref name="T-PS"/>
  }}
| width = {{convert|69.5|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}<ref name="T-PS"/>
| height = {{unbulleted list
  | {{convert|61.0|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}
  | XRS & AWD: {{convert|61.4|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}<ref name="T-PS"/>
  }}
}}
{{Multiple image | align = left | direction = vertical | width = 220
| image1 = Toyota Matrix (E140) rear 7.4.18.jpg
| caption1 = Rear view
| image2 = 2009 Toyota Matrix S -- NHTSA.jpg
| caption2 = 2009 Toyota Matrix S
| image3 = 2nd Toyota Matrix XRS -- 09-14-2010.jpg
| caption3 = Toyota Matrix XRS
| image4 = 2011 matrix.jpg
| caption4 = 2011 Toyota Matrix XR AWD
| image5 = 2010 Toyota Matrix Touring Interior.jpg
| caption5 = Interior
}}
Initially rumored by Toyota and auto news media as a Matrix replacement named the Blade,<ref>{{cite web|title=Toyota cuts Matrix with Blade|url=http://www.autoweek.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070213/FREE/70212007/1528/RICHCEPPOS|publisher=[[AutoWeek]] Magazine|access-date=2008-06-25}}</ref> the second generation Matrix was unveiled on October 31, 2007, at the Specialty Equipment Market Association ([[SEMA (association)|SEMA]]) show in [[Las Vegas, Nevada|Las Vegas]], and was first available at dealerships in February 2008, as a 2009 model.<ref>{{cite web|title=Toyota Releases Pricing on 2009 Corolla and Matrix – and Releases a Special-Edition FJ Cruiser|url=http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/News/articleId=124524|publisher=[[Edmunds.com]]|access-date=2008-10-28}}</ref> The sibling of the Matrix, the Vibe, was also upgraded, but production of that model ended after 2009 when the entire Pontiac brand was retired.

In the United States, three trim levels (''Standard'' [base], ''S'' and ''XRS'') are offered,<ref name="T-PS">{{cite web|title=Toyota Matrix Performance & Specs|url=http://www.toyota.com/matrix/specs.html|access-date=2008-07-24}}</ref> as well as two [[Straight-four engine|inline four]]s: a {{convert|1797|cc|L cuin||abbr=on}} [[Toyota ZR engine|2ZR-FE]] for the base model (chassis code ZRE142) and a {{convert|2362|cc|L cuin||abbr=on}} [[Toyota AZ engine|2AZ-FE]] for the S and XRS trims. The former is offered with either a five-speed [[manual transmission|manual]] or four-speed [[automatic transmission]], while the larger engine is equipped with either a manual or automatic five-speed transmission.<ref name="T-PS"/> In addition, the S trim can be equipped with a four-speed automatic and [[all-wheel drive]].<ref>{{cite web|title=Toyota Matrix Specs|url=http://toyotamatrix.com/matrix/specs.html|publisher=[[Toyota]]|access-date=2008-04-26}}</ref>

Canadian buyers are offered in four trim levels: a 1.8&nbsp;L-powered base model, and the ''XR'', ''XRS'' and ''AWD'' models with a 2.4-liter engine.<ref>{{cite web|title=Matrix Features|url=http://www.toyota.ca/cgi-bin/WebObjects/WWW.woa/2/wo/Home.Vehicles.Go.Matrix-86SfnhQPcYC1MZXFm447i0/5.13?v108035e.html|publisher=Toyota|location=Canada|access-date=2008-10-06|archive-date=2009-01-11 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090111225352/http://www.toyota.ca/cgi-bin/WebObjects/WWW.woa/2/wo/Home.Vehicles.Go.Matrix-86SfnhQPcYC1MZXFm447i0/5.13?v108035e.html|url-status=dead}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=Price Your Toyota|url=http://www.toyota.ca/cgi-bin/WebObjects/WWW.woa/2/wo/Home.Vehicles.Configurator-86SfnhQPcYC1MZXFm447i0/9.7?configurator.html|publisher=Toyota |location=Canada |access-date=2008-10-28}}</ref>

This generation marks the first time the Matrix was sold in [[Mexico]]. The Matrix comes only in two trim levels to Mexico: Base and XR.

For the 2011 model year, the Matrix received redesigned exterior and interior elements, including front and rear fascias, wheels and seat fabrics. The radio was also changed to allow for Bluetooth capability.<ref>{{cite press release |url=http://pressroom.toyota.com/pr/tms/toyota/2011-toyota-matrix-debuts-at-the-191599.aspx |title=Toyota Vehicles : 2011 Toyota Matrix Debuts at the Chicago Auto Show |publisher=Toyota |location=US |date=2011-02-08 |access-date=2011-02-26 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110211145449/http://pressroom.toyota.com/pr/tms/toyota/2011-toyota-matrix-debuts-at-the-191599.aspx |archive-date=2011-02-11 }}</ref>

===Models===
In 2008, Toyota began offering different trim levels in the United States and Canada. The XR trim became exclusive for Canada, and the S trim was released only in the U.S., while AWD remained available in both markets after 2009. All vehicles have an independent front suspension with [[MacPherson strut]]s,<ref name="T-PS"/> but only XRS trim and cars equipped with all-wheel drive and 158 horsepower, feature an independent rear suspension using [[double wishbone]]s instead of a semi-independent [[torsion beam]].<ref name="T-PS"/><ref name="TC-PS">{{cite web|title=Matrix Specifications|url=http://www.toyota.ca/cgi-bin/WebObjects/WWW.woa/25/wo/Home.Vehicles.Go.Matrix-XSigmkK3D2DtLLomAGPjmw/5.15?v108040e.html|publisher=Toyota |location=Canada |access-date=2008-10-28}}</ref> The 2009 models have less interior space than the preceding years, with a total of {{convert|48.9|cuft|m3|abbr=on}} compared to the original {{convert|53.2|cuft|m3|abbr=on}}.<ref name="T-PS"/>

The XRS trim was dropped from the U.S. lineup for the 2011 model year.{{citation needed|date=February 2020}}

===Safety===
All models come standard with [[side torso airbag]]s, [[side curtain airbag]]s, [[anti-lock braking]] and [[electronic brakeforce distribution]].<ref>{{cite press release |url=http://pressroom.toyota.com/pr/tms/toyota/TYT2007102409592.aspx?ncid=12066 |title=Toyota Vehicles : Toyota Unveils New Corolla Matrix at 2007 SEMA Show / Toyota |publisher=Toyota |location=US |date=2007-10-31 |access-date=2010-04-27 }}{{dead link|date=March 2018 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}</ref> For the 2010 model the previously optional [[Vehicle Stability Control]] and [[traction control system|traction control]] systems became standard.<ref>{{cite press release |url=http://pressroom.toyota.com/pr/tms/toyota/2010-corolla-matrix-pricing.aspx?ncid=12066 |title=Toyota Vehicles : Vehicle Stability Control and Traction Control Now Standard Equipment in 2010 Toyota Corolla and Matrix / Toyota |publisher=Toyota |location=US |date=2009-01-23 |access-date=2010-04-27 }}{{dead link|date=March 2018 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}</ref>

Toyota's Smart Stop Technology was added to the Matrix for the 2011 model year.

The Matrix is rated "Good" in both frontal and side [[Insurance Institute for Highway Safety]] (IIHS) crash tests.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.iihs.org/ratings/rating.aspx?id=1061 |title=IIHS-HLDI: Toyota Matrix |publisher=Iihs.org |date=November 18, 2009 |access-date=2010-05-30 |archive-date=2010-04-30  |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100430133953/http://www.iihs.org/ratings/rating.aspx?id=1061 |url-status=dead }}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.iihs.org/ratings/rating.aspx?id=1062 |title=IIHS-HLDI: Toyota Matrix |publisher=Iihs.org |date=November 18, 2009 |access-date=2010-05-30}}</ref>

[[National Highway Traffic Safety Administration|NHTSA]] crash test ratings (2009):<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.safercar.gov/Vehicle+Shoppers/5-Star+Safety+Ratings/1990-2010+Vehicles/Vehicle-Detail?vehicleId=2844 |title=2009 Toyota Matrix 4-DR. w/SAB |work=Safercar.gov |year=2009 |access-date=2013-08-07}}</ref>
*Frontal Crash Test – Driver: {{Rating|5|5}}
*Frontal Crash Test – Passenger: {{Rating|5|5}}
*Side Impact Rating – Driver: {{Rating|5|5}}
*Side Impact Rating – Passenger: {{Rating|4|5}}
*Rollover Rating: {{Rating|4|5}}

===Recalls===
The 2009 to 2010 model year Matrix (and its Vibe relative) are subject to the [[2009–2011 Toyota vehicle recalls]] regarding floor mat and accelerator pedal replacement.<ref name="Toyota Press Release">{{cite press release |url=http://pressroom.toyota.com/pr/tms/toyota/toyota-consumer-safety-advisory-102572.aspx |title=Safety/Recall |publisher=Toyota |location=US |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20091122012704/http://pressroom.toyota.com/pr/tms/toyota/toyota-consumer-safety-advisory-102572.aspx |archive-date=2009-11-22}}</ref>

On October 10, 2012, Toyota issued a recall for 2009 model year Corolla and Matrix, along with 10 other models. The recall notices states that improperly lubricated driver's side power window master switch may develop a "notchy" or sticky feel, and that improper aftermarket lubrication may present a fire hazard. The repair involves lubricating the switch assembly with a special fluorine grease.<ref>{{cite press release |title=Toyota Announces Voluntary Recall of Certain Vehicles For The Driver's Side Power Window Master Switch |url=http://pressroom.toyota.com/releases/toyota+voluntary+safety+oct10.htm |publisher=Toyota |location=US |date=2012-10-10 |access-date=2012-10-10 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20121012224638/http://pressroom.toyota.com/releases/toyota+voluntary+safety+oct10.htm |archive-date=2012-10-12 }}</ref>

===Discontinuation===
On August 5, 2013, Toyota announced an end to production of the Matrix for the US market after the 2013 model year due to declining sales, and that there were no plans to replace it with another vehicle.<ref>{{cite news |url=http://www.autoblog.com/2013/08/05/toyota-matrix-discontinued-for-2014/ |title=Toyota Matrix discontinued for 2014 |first=Jeffrey N. |last=Ross |work=Autoblog |date=2013-08-05 |access-date=2013-08-07}}</ref> The Canadian market continued for the 2014 model year, with those assembled in [[Cambridge, Ontario]] by [[Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada]].{{citation needed|date=March 2014}} The Matrix was then discontinued in Canada and was not offered for the 2015 model year.<ref>{{cite news |last1=Cato |first1=Jeremy |title=Six cars that replace the Toyota Matrix |url=https://www.theglobeandmail.com/globe-drive/news/trans-canada-highway/listed-six-cars-that-replace-the-toyota-matrix/article19550067/ |work=The Globe and Mail |location=Canada |date=2014-07-10 |access-date=2015-01-08}}</ref> Toyota continued to sell a range of compact hatchbacks in North America through its [[Scion (automobile)|Scion]] brand. On September 1, 2016, "the Scion brand transitioned to Toyota."<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.toyota.ca/toyota/en/scion-owners/ |title=Scion Owners |publisher=Toyota |location=Canada |date=2016-09-01 |access-date=2016-10-19}}</ref> For the 2017 model year, the [[Toyota Corolla iM|Corolla iM]] would be the successor of the Matrix. For the 2019 model year, the newest iteration has been released as the [[Toyota Corolla (E210)|Corolla hatchback]].

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== Sales ==
Matrix sales figures in the United States are included in the Corolla's total, which meant its sales figures in the US is unknown.
{| class="wikitable"
|+
!Year
!Canada<ref>{{Cite web|last=Model|title=Toyota Matrix Sales Figures|url=https://www.goodcarbadcar.net/toyota-matrix-sales-figures/|access-date=2020-08-12|website=GCBC|language=en-US|archive-date=2023-01-17 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230117182258/https://www.goodcarbadcar.net/toyota-matrix-sales-figures/|url-status=dead}}</ref>
|-
|2004
|20,017
|-
|2005
|24,048
|-
|2006
|23,536
|-
|2007
|21,369
|-
|2008
|23,549
|-
|2009
|22,526
|-
|2010
|19,093
|-
|2011
|14,895
|-
|2012
|12,982
|-
|2013
|10,689
|-
|2014
|7,130
|-
|2015
|295
|}

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