2005 Toyota Matrix for sale
Rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one for you. Rated 8.1 to 9.4 L/100 km combined (EPA). 1 NHTSA recall campaign.
- For sale by us
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- Combined
- 8.1 to 9.4 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 1
For sale
Rent a 2005 Toyota Matrix for a week to try it on your own roads, and tell us what you want: we look for one for you.
2005 Toyota Matrix specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.8L 4-cylinder | 1.8L 4-cylinder | 1.8L 4-cylinder | 1.8L 4-cylinder |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Premium gas |
| City | 9.0 L/100 km | 9.4 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km |
| Highway | 7.1 L/100 km | 7.6 L/100 km | 8.1 L/100 km | 8.1 L/100 km |
| Combined | 8.1 L/100 km | 8.7 L/100 km | 9.4 L/100 km | 9.4 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 190 g/km | 205 g/km | 221 g/km | 221 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $12.56 | $13.49 | $14.57 | $16.45 |
2005 Toyota Matrix: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 1.8 L | 1.8 L | 1.8 L | 1.8 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 26 | 25 | 22 | 22 |
| MPG highway (US) | 33 | 31 | 29 | 29 |
| MPG combined (US) | 29 | 27 | 25 | 25 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 35 | 32 | 30 | 30 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 623 L (22 cu ft) | 623 L (22 cu ft) | 623 L (22 cu ft) | 623 L (22 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,300 | US$2,500 | US$2,700 | US$3,300 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,512 | $2,698 | $2,914 | $3,290 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2005 Toyota Matrix
- NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 213 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags (103), electrical system (25) and power train (23). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10V384000 | 2010-08-26 | engine and engine cooling | TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2008 COROLLA AND COROLLA MATRIX VEHICLES. THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) FOR THE SUBJECT MODELS EQUIPPED WITH THE 1ZZ-FE ENGINE AND TWO-WHEEL DRIVE MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED. THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT A CRACK MAY DEVELOP AT CERTAIN SOLDER POINTS OR ON... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Thinking of buying the 2005 Toyota Matrix?
No 2005 Toyota Matrix is for sale by CarmaCars at the moment; this page helps you judge the car before you buy one elsewhere. Before buying the 2005 Toyota Matrix, read what the figures say and how to try one first.
A buyer's checks
In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace.
Engine and fuel
Its 1.8L 4-cylinder drives through a 5-speed manual. It runs on regular gas. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
Expect about 24 litres for every 300 km, going by its 8.1 L/100 km combined rating. At our price setting, driving 100 km costs about $12.56, and a 300 km weekend about $37.68. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$2,300 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
What to expect from the Matrix
As a wagon, it has the length of a car with a bigger load space at the back. Luggage space is 623 litres, enough for bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
Best uses
It suits visitors who want a familiar car for a week in town. It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going.
Rent it for a week first
Renting first costs a fraction of the price of buying the wrong car. A test week in the Matrix tells you more than any review. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class.
Running costs
Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $12.56 in fuel.
Choosing the right one
If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first. If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history.
Ask us
Rent it for a week, then decide: send a request with your dates.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2005 Toyota Matrix from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2005 Toyota Matrix for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2005 Toyota Matrix
Does CarmaCars sell the 2005 Toyota Matrix?
CarmaCars rents cars and sells one now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2005 Toyota Matrix before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2005 Toyota Matrix have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2005 Toyota Matrix cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,300 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $2512.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.