Trim Report

Toyota Matrix L2003

Includes:MATRIX|L
$3,654
Starting From
3
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 3 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $3,654
Max $11,999
From $3,654

L Market Overview

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 L Pricing

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Where to Find Toyota Matrix L

Location data for all 2003 Toyota Matrix trims combined

23States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Washington DC (12%), but the remaining listings are spread across 22 other states nationwide.

Toyota Matrix Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2003 Toyota Matrix trims

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
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Toyota Matrix Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2003 Toyota Matrix trims

24–28mpg combined
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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)

Is the L Worth It?

Common questions about the 2003 Toyota Matrix L

How does the L compare to other Toyota Matrix trims?

The L occupies a distinct position in the Toyota Matrix range. See how it stacks up on the 2003 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2003 Toyota Matrix L?

Maintenance costs for the L align with the broader Toyota Matrix ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 2003 model year has 2 recalls on record. The most-reported issue area is power train. Check the 2003 Toyota Matrix page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Toyota Matrix L?

For the L, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Toyota Matrix buyer's guide.

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