Trim Report

Toyota Matrix XRS2004

Includes:MATRIX|XRS

XRS Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$3,245
$3K–$12K
5 listings165,000 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
Data coming soon
XRS

Toyota Matrix Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2004 Toyota Matrix trims

Elevated

The 2004 Toyota Matrix's elevated safety profile includes 2 recall campaigns and 138 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

2
Recalls
138
Complaints
18
Crashes
2
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

The 2004 Toyota Matrix has accumulated 138 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with power train leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Power Train34
02Air Bags28
03Visibility10
04Vehicle Speed Control9
05Tires5
138 total across 1 model years (2004–2004)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Toyota Matrix Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2004 Toyota Matrix trims

24–28mpg combined
·
22-25city
·
29-33hwy
·
$2,400-$3,400/yr

With 4 configurations tested, the 2004 Toyota Matrix ranges from 24 to 28 MPG combined. That's a 4 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

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 city29 hwy~$3,400/yr-1/10 Poor

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

2004 Toyota Matrix XRS FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the XRS compare to other Toyota Matrix trims?

the XRS sits in a specific spot in the 2004 Toyota Matrix lineup. Compare pricing across all trims on the 2004 Toyota Matrix page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2004 Toyota Matrix XRS?

The XRS shares its core mechanicals with other Toyota Matrix trims, so major service intervals are similar. Watch for power train issues, the most commonly reported problem area. There are 2 recalls to verify before purchase. The 2004 model page has the details.

What are the best years for the Toyota Matrix XRS?

The best model year for the Toyota Matrix XRS comes down to the price-to-mileage ratio. Compare all years on the Toyota Matrix overview.

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