2003 Toyota Matrix Std AWD Auto
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- Photo: 2006 Toyota Matrix 1.8L AWD, front 10.6.19 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2007 Toyota Matrix XR, Front Right, 11-15-2021 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Matrix 07-09-2019 by SsmIntrigue, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2006 Toyota Matrix 1.8L AWD, rear 10.6.19 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Dashboard lights (343753843) by Dawn Seay, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2003 Toyota Matrix Std AWD Auto is a 123-hp 1.8-liter with a 4-speed automatic. It starts at $17,115 MSRP and is rated at 26 mpg combined.
It makes 123 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 119 lb-ft of torque at 4200 rpm, spinning to a 6,500 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 27 mpg city and 32 mpg highway (26 mpg combined).
The Matrix measures 171.3 inches long on a 102.4-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,943 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Hatchback |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $17,115 ($30,230 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1.8-liter DOHC 16-valve VVT-i 4-cylinder |
| Displacement | 1.8 L |
| Horsepower | 123 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 119 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm |
| Redline | 6,500 rpm |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Full-Time Four Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-Speed Automatic |
| 1st Gear | 2.85 (40 mph **) |
| 2nd Gear | 1.55 (73 mph **) |
| 3rd Gear | 1 (113 mph **) |
| 4th Gear | 0.7 (162 mph **) |
| Reverse | 2.34 |
| Final Drive | 4.24 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 27 MPG |
| Highway | 32 MPG |
| Combined | 26 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent MacPherson strut |
| Rear Suspension | Double-wishbone, with front and rear stabilizer bars |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Ventilated disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | Drum |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Tires Front | P205/55R16 |
| Tires Rear | P205/55R16 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 171.3 in |
| Width | 69.9 in |
| Height | 60.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in |
| Front Track | 59.6 in |
| Rear Track | 58.9 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.9 in |
| Cargo Volume | 21.8 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 2,943 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 40.6 in |
| Headroom Rear | 39.8 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.8 in |
| Legroom Rear | 36.3 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 53.2 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 52.6 in |
| Hip Room Front | 51.7 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 47.8 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2003 Toyota MATRIX. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Apr 7, 2009 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
NHTSA campaign 09E012000
Apr 10, 2008 · VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
TOYOTA IS RECALLING 662,178 MY 2003-2004 COROLLA, COROLLA MATRIX AND PONTIAC VIBE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH POWER WINDOWS. THE DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER DOOR GLASS BOLTS MAY LOOSEN AND COME OFF, CAUSING THE DOOR GLASS TO SEPARATE FROM THE WINDOW REGULATOR. DUE TO THE COMPONENTS BECOMING LOOSE AND POSSIBLY RATTLING, AN ABNORMAL NOISE MAY BE HEARD FROM THE DRIVER AND /OR FRONT PASSENGER DOOR WHEN OPERATING THE POWER WINDOWS.
Consequence: THE DOOR GLASS MAY SEPARATE FROM THE WINDOW REGULATOR, BIND AND SHATTER DURING OPERATION OF THE POWER WINDOWS, CAUSING DRIVER DISTRACTION AND/OR INJURY.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER DOOR GLASS BOLTS WITH NEWLY DESIGNED BOLTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 16, 2008 TO TOYOTA OWNERS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 21, 2008, FOR PONTIAC OWNERS. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-888-270-9371 OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668.
NHTSA campaign 08V162000
Mar 13, 2006 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
CERTAIN ANZO COMBINATION HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS WHICH FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: ANZO WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE HEADLAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN MAY 9, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ANZO USA AT 909-468-3688.
NHTSA campaign 06E023000
268 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2003 Toyota MATRIX
Owner Complaints
268 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2003 Toyota MATRIX (19 mention a crash, 3 a fire, 13 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Power Train | 83 |
| Air Bags | 57 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 25 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 21 |
| Service Brakes | 16 |
| Hydraulic | 13 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2003 TOYOTA MATRIX. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.