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2008 Toyota Matrix
$15,510 - $17,820Starting MSRP
Model Highlights
Transmission
Automatic w/OD
Body Type
Wagon
Seatings
5 Seats
Overview
Toyota's Corolla-based 2008 Matrix hatchback combines the versatile layout of an SUV with the frugality of a small passenger car. Two trim levels remain--Standard and XR--and both are powered by a 126-horsepower, 1.8L DOHC four-cylinder engine....
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EPA Classification: Small Station Wagon
Engine Order Code:
Engine Type: Gas I4
Displacement: 1.8L/109
Fuel System: SFI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM: 126 @ 6000
SAE Net Torque @ RPM: 122 @ 4200
Drivetrain: Front Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code:
Trans Type: 4
Trans Description Cont.: Automatic w/OD
Trans Description Cont. Again:
First Gear Ratio (:1): 4.01
Second Gear Ratio (:1): 2.21
Third Gear Ratio (:1): 1.43
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1): 0.98
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1):
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1):
Reverse Ratio (:1): 3.27
Clutch Size (in):
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1): 2.96
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 25
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 31
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary): - TBD -
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps): - TBD -
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts): 6.9
Base Curb Weight (lbs): 2822
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): 1500
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): 150
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs):
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs):
Suspension Type - Front: MacPherson Strut
Suspension Type - Rear: Torsion Beam
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.): w/Stabilizer Bar
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.): w/Stabilizer Bar
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm): - TBD -
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm): - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in): 0.95
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in): 0.79
Brake Type: Pwr
Brake ABS System:
Disc - Front (Yes or ): Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ):
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 10.8 x - TBD -
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in):
Drum - Rear (Yes or ): Yes
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in): 9.0 x - TBD -
Front Tire Order Code:
Rear Tire Order Code:
Spare Tire Order Code:
Front Tire Size: P205/55R16
Rear Tire Size: P205/55R16
Spare Tire Size: Compact
Front Wheel Size (in): 16 x 6.5
Rear Wheel Size (in): 16 x 6.5
Spare Wheel Size (in): Compact
Front Wheel Material: Steel
Rear Wheel Material: Steel
Spare Wheel Material: - TBD -
Steering Type: Pwr rack & pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall: 19.5
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering): 3.36
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft): 36.8
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft): - TBD -
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal): 13.2
Wheelbase (in): 102.4
Length, Overall (in): 171.3
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in): 69.9
Height, Overall (in): 60.6
Track Width, Front (in): 59.6
Track Width, Rear (in): 58.9
Min Ground Clearance (in): 5.9
Liftover Height (in): - TBD -
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up (ft³): 21.8
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down (ft³): 53.2
Passenger Capacity: 5
Passenger Volume (ft³): 96.2
Front Head Room (in): 40.6
Front Leg Room (in): 41.8
Front Shoulder Room (in): 53.2
Front Hip Room (in): 51.7
Second Head Room (in): 39.8
Second Leg Room (in): 36.3
Second Shoulder Room (in): 52.6
Second Hip Room (in): 47.8
Vehicle Name: Toyota Matrix
Body Style: 5 Door Wagon
Pricing
This model has 12 different trims.
MSRP
$17,820
Invoice
$16,126
Description
1.8L/109, 126 @ 6000, Automatic w/OD
Fuel Economy
This model has 12 different trims.
City
25 MPG
Hwy
31 MPG
Combined
undefined MPG
Description
1.8L/109, 126 @ 6000, Automatic w/OD
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