Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
25 -26 City / 31 -32 HWY
Horsepower
123 -180
Seats
5
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Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Bri N
Even though it's getting older, that's just the outside, Toyota's are really gems!
I love my little vehicle! I wish they still made them. I have had no major maintenance issues, good gas mileage and the hatchback style has been really versatile over the years. I really love my car.
accountCircle Alan C
Reliable, great gas mileage, comfortable, safe, spacious, great for traveling
The Toyota Matrix is very reliable, great gas mileage, comfortable, spacious, and great for trips. Since owning it I have not really experienced any issues besides regular maintenance such as oil changes, etc. In the city with lots of stop and go driving I still manage to get anywhere from 20-25 miles per gallon and 30+ highway. There is lots of room in this vehicle to where you won't feel crowded and is awesome for trips because it can more than hold everything in the trunk or if you want even more space you can lower the back seats and make extra room. It has a lot of compartments to store things as well which makes it great if you carry lots of stuff in your car. Overall I've been very happy and pleased with my 2004 Toyota Matrix and definitely recommend it.
accountCircle Dago C
Overall I think this car is very reliable and a gas saver
I've had my vehicle for about a year now and so far it's been good. I bought it with 170000 miles on it but it really is a great car, it's a gas saver I pump around $20 every 2 weeks. It does have a few things that want to fix though, for example every time it rains I my passenger seat gets wet. I think it's either worn out weather strip or hole in the rooftop. Also the front windows both have bad power motors. I hear a scratching noise when I lower or raise the windows and they also have visible scratches on the glass itself. Those are the only two problems that I have with my car.
accountCircle Joanna C
I've become a Toyota lover!
My car is super reliable. I've put some money into it over the years and it's still working very well for being 15 years-old. I cannot complain. It's very good on gas and is a good size too! I feel very safe in my car. The only reason I'm going to be looking for a new car is because it's older. Otherwise, I would drive my car forever! I will definitely be buying a Toyota in the future.
accountCircle Amber S
Toyotas go and go and go and are worth paying extra for because they are dependable!
I like that it is dependable. I like that it is a Toyota so it will be able to go for a long while. I like that we got a good deal on it and even after hitting a deer it is going strong with over 200,000 miles :D
accountCircle Bailey F
Basic medium sized car. I think it would be considered a hatchback.
Great vehicle, very dependable. It has 190,000 and still runs great. This is my first car and it has far exceeded my expectations.
accountCircle Katie H
2004 Toyota matrix great car.
I love Toyota matrix so much that when my first was stolen I bought another one! It has a lot of space and is bigger than it looks. I feel like I take good care of my car and the maintenance and any parts are fairly priced. Smaller tires are cheaper too which is nice. I do wish I had a bigger SUV but would drive this any day happily. It gets great gas mileage too.
accountCircle Dana F
Smaller car with All Wheel Drive - it's great to have!
I love that my vehicle is small, but has lots of space. It is reliable and dependable. I wish it got better gas mileage in stop and go traffic.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Jo D
It works very well and has held up internally well.
It is older and worn out. No aux outlet. Natural wear and tear on the physical aspect. Has cloth seats.
accountCircle William O
This is a good vehicle, but it's given me plenty of issues too. Just this weekend I had to replace the blower motor relay, because the blowers were staying on after I turned the car off and took the keys out of the ignition.
It's a nice little SUV/wagon. I wouldn't take it too offroad, but it can handle a rough gravel road just fine.
accountCircle Melissa B
It can haul a lot of stuff. I've been moving with it and it's really helpful
I like the car. It's fun to drive. I bought it used for 1500 dollars and it has lasted two years already. I'm really blessed.
accountCircle Khloe S
Decent Car that gets good mileage
It's really reliable, but has developed problems with the starter. The airbags had to be replaced, as did the window motor. The paint has begun to chip off the hood, and many of the plastic pieces on the Frame have broken off. It is a standard and gets good gas mileage
accountCircle alexis R
The great thing about the matrix is that it is gas efficient and has much space.
I really like the Toyota matrix it is roomy and has a lot of space for my projects. Groceries, crafts, gardening, everything seems to fit in the matrix. The thing I do not like is that it requires frequent oil changes, it seems like I need to constantly change my oil every 3 months.
accountCircle Jeremy H
If you treat it right, you should be able to get 40 mpg. I think the estimates top out at about 35 highway, but if you drive like a civilized human, 40 isn't out of the question.
While it's overall pretty good, I've been having consistent issues with the clutch safety switch. I've had it replaced a couple times before, but now I'm thinking about just bypassing it.
accountCircle Tamlyn K
Since it is a slightly older car you have to be gentle with it when it comes to driving or just pulling on the door handles.
It is a reliable vehicle that I think will last me a few more years. It is a well built car with good bones. Only complaint would be the plastic pieces of the car because they tend to need more work to maintain.
accountCircle Desiree N
I think I can, I think I can
I really love this vehicle even though it is getting up there in age/miles. The hatchback is perfect for the dog. The biggest issue I have is that it is only a 4 cylinder and chugs along when I go up hills so going to the beach or long trips is a bit slow.

Toyota Matrix Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

car
Std
123 HP 29-29 MPG 5 Seats
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XR
123 HP 29-29 MPG 5 Seats
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XRS
180 HP 29-29 MPG 5 Seats
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2004 Toyota Matrix Owner Reviews

4.44
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5 stars 58%
4 stars 30%
3 stars 11%
2 stars 2%
1 star 0%
accountCircle lizzie o on April 4, 2021
Its roomy boot, very spacious for luggages.
I love the structure, and its engine. Nothing to dislike.
accountCircle Claudia M on March 30, 2021
Best long lasting car for you
Everything is awesome and long lasting I don't ever have problems I've had one in like ten years which is very impressive

Ranks #4 Compact SUV by Owners

The 2004 Toyota Matrix has an average owner rating of 4.49 out of 5 which ranks it #4 of 16 other Compact SUVs.

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4.67
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4.52
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4.44

Ranks #3 Compact SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2004 Toyota Matrix has a combined MPG of 32 which ranks it #3 of 17 other Compact SUVs.

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38 MPG
2
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35 MPG
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32 MPG

Is The 2004 Toyota Matrix A Good Car?

Excellent vehicle. Never had a problem and runs like brand new. Very reliable, no problems starting. Great gas mileage. Never had any major repairs and a k ways got the oil changed.
Michele P.

How Reliable Is The 2004 Toyota Matrix?

No problems whatsoever. Always runs excellent. Great gas mileage. No rust, no tears in seats everything works.
Alexis W.

Is The 2004 Toyota Matrix A Good Value?

We bought it brand new in 2094. At that time it cost about 24,000 dollars. It is a phenomenal value for being 15 years old.
Kim K.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2004 Toyota Matrix transmission fluid type?

Answer: The type of transmission fluid on the 2004 Toyota Matrix depends on whether it is the 4-speed automatic or the 5 & 6-speed manual. For the automatic it uses OE Multi-Vehicle Synthetic Automatic Transmission...

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Safety & Reliability

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