2012 Toyota Matrix review
Toyota Matrix highlights
Customer rating
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Mileage (EPA estimate)
20 city, 26 highway, 22 combined
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All Toyota Matrix years
- 2012
What is new for the 2012 Toyota Matrix?
- The S trim now comes with Manual Transmission as standard equipment.
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Ratings & reliability
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RepairPal gave the Toyota Matrix an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Toyota Matrix 9th out of 46 among Compact Cars.
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Base 2WD 4D Wagon
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- AM/FM Stereo
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- CD Audio
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Heated Mirrors
- Manual Transmission
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
- Alloy Wheels
- Bluetooth Technology
- Power Locks
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
1.8L
Horsepower
132
Torque (ft-lbs)
128
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
13.2
Wheelbase
102.4"
Overall length
171.9"
Width
69.5"
Height
61"
Leg room
F 41.6"/R 36.2"
Head room
F 40.5"/R 39.3"
Front tires
P205/55R16
Rear tires
P205/55R16
Seating capacity
5
Max towing capacity
225/1500 lbs.
Transmission
Manual 5
2012 Toyota Matrix FAQ
The 2012 Toyota Matrix is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Base: 26 MPG City and 32 MPG Highway
- S: 21 MPG City and 29 MPG Highway
The Toyota Matrix received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks the Toyota Matrix as 8 out of 46 among Compact Car
The 2012 Toyota Matrix has a maximum towing capacity of 1500 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
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