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2009 Toyota Matrix AWD

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Ratings	( Maximum score is 100 )

Overall:	( 100 )
Comfort:	( 80 )
Performance:	( 100 )
Quality:	( 100 )
Appearance:	( 100 )


Comments
Favorite feature:	The 'gangsta-chic' front grill with underbody spoilers. Excellent handling and responsive acceleration without a large fuel cost.
Least favorite feature:	The over the right shoulder blind spot and rear backing up visibility (I got a back-up camera installed as part of my deal, which solved this).
Advice to buyer:	Know that in the current market, they can't let you leave without buying, so be prepared to deal for 4 hours or so. Make the back-up camera part of the last thing to seal the deal. Have the cash to command their attention.
Detailed review:	I'm not quite understanding the one other review. I am very happy with my matrix. It is a blend of all my previous favorite cars. It has the edgy appearance and handling of the 2001 celica, the surprisingly roomy interior of the 2004 chevy hhr, and the winter traction of the 2007 rav4. Plus upto 32 mpg if you drive conservatively. 0-60 in 9 seconds, perfect headroom and easy to get in and out of. I took advantage of the current buyers market and paid approx. $18,000 cash.
Also considered:	2009 Chevrolet HHR 2009 Mazda MAZDA6 2009 Ford Edge
Vehicle purchased:	2009 Toyota Matrix


About This Reviewer...
Location:	Hopkinton, Massachusetts
Other vehicles owned:	None
Review submitted:	November 19, 2008

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