2003 Toyota Matrix

$3,000
from
7
listings
$3K–$8K
price range
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Low$3,000
High$7,994
From$3,000
Avg Mileage175,000 mi

Sourced from 7 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

2003 Toyota Matrix Trims

All Trims Combined
From$3,000
$3K–$8K
7 listings175,000 avg miles
L
From$3,654
3 listings|$4K–$12K
S
From$6,587
26 listings|$7K–$13K
XR
From$3,245
21 listings|$3K–$9K
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XRS

2003 Toyota Matrix Pricing

Price Trend

1 data point
$750
as of Mar 26

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Toyota Matrix Safety & Reliability

High Concern

The 2003 Toyota Matrix has a high safety risk profile with 2 recall campaigns and 269 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

2
Recalls
269
Complaints
19
Crashes
3
Fires
Recall Findings
06E0230002006-13-03
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."

WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

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08V1620002008-10-04
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.

THE DOOR GLASS MAY SEPARATE FROM THE WINDOW REGULATOR, BIND AND SHATTER DURING OPERATION OF THE POWER WINDOWS, CAUSING DRIVER DISTRACTION AND/OR INJURY.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 269 owners have filed complaints about the 2003 Toyota Matrix. POWER TRAIN issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Power Train77
02Air Bags50
03Engine And Engine Cooling21
04Vehicle Speed Control14
05Service Brakes, Hydraulic11
269 total across 1 model years (2003–2003)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Toyota Matrix Fuel Economy

24–28mpg combined
·
22-25city
·
28-33hwy
·
$2,400-$3,400/yr

Across 5 configurations, the 2003 Toyota Matrix returns 24–28 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim
Matrix - Manual 5-spd
28mpg
1.8L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
25 city33 hwy~$2,400/yr-1/10 Poor
Matrix - Automatic 4-spd
27mpg
1.8L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
25 city30 hwy~$2,500/yr-1/10 Poor
Matrix AWD - Automatic 4-spd
25mpg
1.8L 4-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
22 city29 hwy~$2,700/yr-1/10 Poor
Matrix - Manual 6-spd
24mpg
1.8L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
22 city28 hwy~$3,400/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2003 Toyota Matrix

23States

12% of the market sits in Washington DC, though listings span 23 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2003.

Buying a 2003 Toyota Matrix?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2003 Toyota Matrix a good car to buy?

The 2003 Toyota Matrix has 2 recalls on record. There are 2 recalls on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is power train, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2003 Toyota Matrix?

There are 2 documented recalls for the 2003 Toyota Matrix. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2003 Toyota Matrix?

Fuel economy ranges from 24 to 28 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $313 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2003 Toyota Matrix?

POWER TRAIN is the number-one complaint area for the 2003 Toyota Matrix, based on 269 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.

How does the 2003 compare to other Toyota Matrix years?

Pricing, reliability, and supply vary across Toyota Matrix model years. Visit the Toyota Matrix buyer's guide to compare year-over-year.

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