Thursday, June 26, 2008

'06 Toyota Matrix

This is a complete value-for-money compact car. 2006 Toyota Matrix is a five-door hatchback car and is 5 inches taller than the previous models. This gives a roomier feel to its cabin. The exterior have more angular feel and the front fascia has been modified.

The 2006 Toyota Matrix is available in three trim levels: base, XR and XRS. The base model is available with all the necessary features and the rest are available with a variety of options. Better options are XR and XRS with power windows and locks. These models also have a rear wiper and keyless entry.

The Matrix has a moon roof and 16 inches alloy wheel for XR model and 17 inches alloy wheel for XRS. The 2006 Matrix engine is 1.8 liter 4-cyl. In the XR trim, it has the option of front wheel or all-wheel drive. The XRS trim produces 164 hp and has six speed manual transmissions with four wheel disc brakes.

'05 Toyota Matrix

This one has style and vigor to attract the young and the restless; even the company is targeting this as a machine for young hearts.

The 2005 Toyota Matrix offers the looks of a sports car at the price of a compact wagon. It offers enough room for as long as 8 feet of cargo to be carried with rear foldable seats. It has roomy cabin and provides you with a smooth ride.

The 2005 Toyota Matrix is available with a four wheel drive too. It is available in three trim levels; base, S and XRS. The XRS model is the most exciting because of its sport-tuned suspension and features.

There is telescoping steering wheel and the rear seat can be folded into 60/40 complete floor flat. 2005 Matrix engine is a 1.8 liter 130 hp and has either five speed manual or four speed automatic transmission, but the XRS model has 180 hp 1.8 liter engine with six speed transmission.