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#109 of 179 Re: auto dimming mirror [matrixgirl09] by swng Jun 29, 2008 (10:11 am)
Replying to: matrixgirl09 (Jun 26, 2008 5:07 am) Hi matrixgirl09, I do have the auto dimming rear view mirror with compass on my 09 AWD Matrix with the Sports Package. I am in BC, Canada and sorry that I don't know if the same is available elsewhere.
#110 of 179 by matrixgirl09 Jun 29, 2008 (1:29 pm)
No it's not available for the US ones, at least not yet. An aftermarket one was around 200.00 and I am not going to put it in if it's not guaranteed to work.   For the 200.00 I could get a GPS (like a tom tom ) instead of the compass. I haven't decided yet.   The mirror is only a problem when its real dark out and there is a truck behind me.. since we have more daylight now during my commute it isn't a problem. I don't drive a lot at night right now. Replies to this message: swng (Jun 30, 2008 8:16 pm) dchev (Sep 11, 2008 7:37 pm) matrixgirl09 (Sep 12, 2008 5:43 am) dchev (Sep 12, 2008 9:28 pm)
#111 of 179 Re: [matrixgirl09] by swng Jun 30, 2008 (8:16 pm)
Replying to: matrixgirl09 (Jun 29, 2008 1:29 pm) Hope you will get what you want in due course!
#113 of 179 2009 Matrix MPGs (2.4L engines only!) by musicmanmu Aug 04, 2008 (7:47 am)
Hey everyone,   Finally going to trade in my gas hog SUV for a smaller car in the next month or two.   I've been looking at the 2009 Matrix/Vibe, but I'd prefer to have the 2.4L engine. I commute about 120 miles round trip for my job M-F (all interstate), and I'm hoping to get about 30 MPGs on the highway.   What have your experiences been? Thanks! Replies to this message: captain2 (Aug 11, 2008 11:04 am) rich505 (Aug 24, 2008 1:59 pm) captain2 (Aug 25, 2008 6:18 am)
#114 of 179 09 MATRIX EXT WIND NOISE >60MPH by bbrownpersonal Aug 09, 2008 (8:30 pm)
Anyone have this problem. More higher pitch and gets louder 65 -70ish to 80. Suspected wind baffle around antenna. Or, wind seepage under the cross rack covers in the black gutter. Dealer acknowledges hearing but hasn't a clue and not too interested to find source. Traded 04 Matrix - nothing close to this problem. They did superficial check of door hang and gaskets. Seem to be dismissive since not acknowledgiing as something Toyota has found in others and issued a TSB on. If you have issue or thought about how to get attention to problem, pls advise. Next message not going to be as polite.
#115 of 179 Re: 2009 Matrix MPGs (2.4L engines only!) [musicmanmu] by captain2 Aug 11, 2008 (11:04 am)
Replying to: musicmanmu (Aug 04, 2008 7:47 am) MSN is running aa story right now that compares cost/mpg for a number of cars in the Matrix's class (Fit, Versa, Xd etc.) The Matix is not even listed - I guess because of the FE hit the 2.4 is. The 1.8 engined Base version as well as earlier models would fare quite well in this type of comparison - begging the question why would Toyota make the larger engine standard on the 2 higher trim levels when it is mpgs that sell these days???? Replies to this message: rich505 (Aug 24, 2008 1:59 pm) captain2 (Aug 25, 2008 6:18 am)
#116 of 179 Matrix Gas Mileage Suggestions by awdmatrix09 Aug 11, 2008 (12:14 pm)
Hey All,   I picked up the AWD 2.4l Matrix 09 a few months ago. I drive from Delaware to NY every other weekend. My gas mileage was roughly 24-25 mpg. I also have a heavy foot .   I just change my oil from 5w-20 to 0w-20 synthetic oil. The owners manual said it gives you better gas mileage.   It was right, my gas mileage when up to around 28mpg! Without changing my driving habits.   On my next fill I’m going to try to watch my acceleration and try driving no faster than 65mph and see how it does.
#117 of 179 Re: 2009 Matrix MPGs (2.4L engines only!) [captain2] by rich505 Aug 24, 2008 (1:59 pm)
Replying to: captain2 (Aug 11, 2008 11:04 am) Not everyone cares about the best fuel economy! Some also care about the trade off of fuel economy versus acceleration. Also the 2 higher trim levels are being sold performance oriented.    . Replies to this message: captain2 (Aug 25, 2008 6:18 am)
#118 of 179 Re: 2009 Matrix MPGs (2.4L engines only!) [rich505] by captain2 Aug 25, 2008 (6:18 am)
Replying to: rich505 (Aug 24, 2008 1:59 pm) I agree with you here - because there is certainly a trade of as you note. My comment was more directed towards the mfgr. that has chosen to only make the smaller more economical 1.8 available in the base model - the 1.8L Matrix (and Vibe) have been available for years at all trim levels- now we don't have a choice? Even with the bigger 4 banger the Matrix is hardly going to meet any definition of a 'performance' car.

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