Car financing: 2003 Toyota Matrix
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 8.4 to 9.8 L/100 km combined (EPA). 1 NHTSA recall campaign. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 8.4 to 9.8 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 1
For sale
We do not have a 2003 Toyota Matrix for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2003 Toyota Matrix specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.8L 4-cylinder | 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 | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 9.4 L/100 km | 9.4 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km |
| Highway | 7.1 L/100 km | 7.8 L/100 km | 8.1 L/100 km | 8.4 L/100 km | 8.4 L/100 km |
| Combined | 8.4 L/100 km | 8.7 L/100 km | 9.4 L/100 km | 9.4 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 197 g/km | 205 g/km | 221 g/km | 221 g/km | 230 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $13.02 | $13.49 | $14.57 | $16.45 | $17.15 |
2003 Toyota Matrix: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 1.8 L | 1.8 L | 1.8 L | 1.8 L | 1.8 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 25 | 25 | 22 | 23 | 22 |
| MPG highway (US) | 33 | 30 | 29 | 28 | 28 |
| MPG combined (US) | 28 | 27 | 25 | 25 | 24 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 34 | 32 | 30 | 30 | 29 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 425 L (15 cu ft) | 425 L (15 cu ft) | 425 L (15 cu ft) | 425 L (15 cu ft) | 425 L (15 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,400 | US$2,500 | US$2,700 | US$3,300 | US$3,400 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,604 | $2,698 | $2,914 | $3,290 | $3,430 |
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 2003 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 268 complaints with NHTSA, most often about power train (88), air bags (58) and engine and engine cooling (26). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08V162000 | 2008-04-10 | 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,... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Car financing: the 2003 Toyota Matrix
We rent cars and sell one only now and then. There is no 2003 Toyota Matrix for sale by us right now. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. Before you buy the 2003 Toyota Matrix, see the figures and the checks worth doing.
Recalls and complaints
Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. There are 1 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done.
Under the hood
The powertrain to know here is the 1.8L 4-cylinder, with front-wheel drive. It runs on regular gas. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
The combined figure, 8.4 L/100 km, means roughly 25 litres for 300 km. A weekend of 300 km comes to about $39.06 at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$2,400 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Living with the Matrix
As a wagon, it has the length of a car with a bigger load space at the back. In plain terms, its 425 litres of luggage space hold a family's bags for a long weekend.
When the Matrix makes sense
It suits a work trip where a reliable car matters more than anything else. It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going.
Rent it for a week first
If the Matrix is in our fleet, its page shows the rates; if not, a similar car helps you judge. Rent it, live with it for a week, and decide with real experience. Try the Matrix on your commute, then decide.
Running costs
Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. The EPA estimates US$2,400 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models.
Choosing the right one
Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first.
One more step
A week with the car can save a costly mistake: request it now.
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 2003 Toyota Matrix from us first.
Ask us about the 2003 Toyota Matrix
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2003 Toyota Matrix for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2003 Toyota Matrix
Does CarmaCars sell the 2003 Toyota Matrix?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2003 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 2003 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 2003 Toyota Matrix cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,400 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $2604.00.
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.