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#87 of 179 Re: Disappointed so far [bonesjustice] by jaxs1 Apr 13, 2008 (7:55 am)
Replying to: bonesjustice (Apr 13, 2008 6:58 am) They Matrix and Vibe don't have much of an overdrive 4th gear. It revs pretty fast at freeway speeds even compared to the same powertrain in the new Corolla. It really needs a 5th gear if you plan to drive it at highway speeds very much. Replies to this message: nippononly (Apr 13, 2008 10:13 am) bonesjustice (May 04, 2008 9:11 pm) nippononly (May 05, 2008 8:19 am) bonesjustice (May 18, 2008 2:22 am)
#88 of 179 Re: Disappointed so far [jaxs1] by nippononly Apr 13, 2008 (10:13 am)
Replying to: jaxs1 (Apr 13, 2008 7:55 am) Of course, the S and XRS automatic models have the 2.4L engine standard and therefore the 5-speed auto from the Camry.   It is only the base models with the 1.8 and the models with AWD that have a 4-speed auto.
#89 of 179 Re: Disappointed so far [bonesjustice] by loudog2 Apr 13, 2008 (4:55 pm)
Replying to: bonesjustice (Apr 13, 2008 6:58 am) Yes the MPG'S are down a little. Compared to our old 2004 XR AWD, I think the 2.4l S AWD is a lot better. Now we have abs standard, vsc, traction control. side airbags, 5 speed tran and a little more hp. So there are more than 2 improvements. If I'm not mistaken, the abs brakes was only availible with the xr awd in 2004. I might be wrong. Replies to this message: nippononly (Apr 13, 2008 10:47 pm) loudog2 (Apr 14, 2008 4:06 am) nippononly (Apr 14, 2008 8:53 am)
#90 of 179 re: should be easy to find power locks and windows [matrixgirl09] by diva2008 Apr 13, 2008 (8:49 pm)
Replying to: matrixgirl09 (Apr 13, 2008 7:36 am) I had to purchase my 09' Matrix S AWD in Massachusetts in order to get the options I wanted. I initially went to purchase the car in New Jersey, but was told that the options I wanted were NOT being offered in my region and that Toyota were NOT taking factory orders. I had never heard of anything like this before. When I went to build my Matrix on the internet I put my brother's zip code in and this is how I found out that Massachusetts offered what I want. I think that it is ridiculous that "regions" decide what I should have in my auto as the consumer.   If you are in a rush to get a car I guess they believe that you will take what they have to offer. I wanted what I wanted and I have been waiting almost 8 weeks for my auto; but when I thought about it, I actually waited 8 months.
#91 of 179 Re: Disappointed so far [loudog2] by nippononly Apr 13, 2008 (10:47 pm)
Replying to: loudog2 (Apr 13, 2008 4:55 pm) "I think the 2.4l S AWD is a lot better. Now we have abs standard, vsc, traction control. side airbags, 5 speed tran and a little more hp"   Just so you know, the only transmission available for the AWD Matrix is the 4-speed auto. No 5 speed, either manual or auto, is available. Replies to this message: loudog2 (Apr 14, 2008 4:06 am) nippononly (Apr 14, 2008 8:53 am)
#92 of 179 Re: Disappointed so far [nippononly] by loudog2 Apr 14, 2008 (4:06 am)
Replying to: nippononly (Apr 13, 2008 10:47 pm) Your right. I stand corrected. No 5 spd tran. But everything else there is still a improvement. I forgot to mention the tire pressure monitoring system it has now. Replies to this message: nippononly (Apr 14, 2008 8:53 am)
#93 of 179 Re: Disappointed so far [loudog2] by nippononly Apr 14, 2008 (8:53 am)
Replying to: loudog2 (Apr 14, 2008 4:06 am) Interestingly, I was just reading a blurb on the '09 Vibe, and while the auto in the AWD Vibe is still a 4-speed, it seems you can also get an AWD Vibe with the manual transmission. So for all you manual fans out there that want 5 forward speeds, the Pontiac dealer may have what you are looking for, in what is otherwise essentially the same car mechanically.
#94 of 179 Just Bought 2009 Toyota Matrix S FWD Automatic by etched Apr 29, 2008 (6:41 am)
I did my research/building online then called up a dealer close to me. It looked like they had what I wanted in inventory, but the options weren't listed on dealer website. When I called, I wanted to see the T Matrix Base 1.8L, but then confirmed that moonroof wasn't an option for the base. After some discussion, I decided that looking on the lot(s) was the best way to look at inventory. I settled on the 2.4 sport version with Cruise Control, All Weather Guard, and Power moonroof. I couldn't afford AWD (which I didn't feel the need for anyway).   LIKES: Auto w/shift up down for those hills, Tilt & telescopic steering wheel, fold flat rear & fold flat front passenger seats, break away mirrors, pep, sound system is bass heavy, nice change for me, adaptor for mp3, 12V in front, moonroof, chime to remind you of key in ignition, night rearview mirror (I CAN SEE, FINALLY). DISLIKES: Haven't had the car a week and still can't get the doors to stay locked when shifting into park (followed all the instructions in manual, may have to pick up phone to dealer soon). No locking compartments in car. No extra 12V or 115V outlets in back. Currently difficult to find decent add-ons (full carpet when back seats down, other parts accessories too when searching by year) will have to custom make a carpet myself for now. Also wish I had upgraded to include hands free phone, steering wheel controls, etc.   Would love to get advice on the door locks. By the way, they all lock the moment I put the car in gear, doesn't need to be moving. Once I shift into park, they all unlock, UGH! (once again, I did read the instructions pages 29 to 32 and my spouse tried it as well). Replies to this message: swng (May 08, 2008 7:56 pm)
#95 of 179 Re: Toyota has posted some info [jaxs1] by irishtiger Apr 29, 2008 (8:38 pm)
Replying to: jaxs1 (Oct 31, 2007 12:45 pm) The fuel economy of the 2006 V Accord based on a manual transmission you speak of was juxtaposed to the 2009 Matrix which was an AWD with an automatic transmission would reveal that the Accord was using (city/hwy): 11.5 / 7.3 L/100 km, compared to the Matrix using (city/hwy): 10.2 / 7.6 L/100 km. The cargo capacity also differs significantly. The Accord is a Cargo Volume (trunk): 371 L (13.1 cu ft) while the Matrix is 1,398 L (49.4 cu-ft). When one needs the money in their pocket and the room to move things, the Matrix seems excellent.
#96 of 179 Re: Disappointed so far [jaxs1] by bonesjustice May 04, 2008 (9:11 pm)
Replying to: jaxs1 (Apr 13, 2008 7:55 am) Maybe I've misunderstood you - are you saying the 2009 model needs a fifth gear? Because my 2003 has a four speed (three speed with overdrive) and I like it. I usually set my cruise at 90 on the freeway, revving 2000 RPM. I think it revved much lower it would tend to lug down going uphill since I drive through mountains a lot. But at 2000 RPM, my 2003 Matrix never needs to downshift. I have no complaints about my fuel economy, either.   Well, I hope Toyota or Pontiac get serious about next year's Matrix/Vibe and put back in all of the good stuff they took out in 2009. Replies to this message: nippononly (May 05, 2008 8:19 am) bonesjustice (May 18, 2008 2:22 am)

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