Trim Report

Toyota Matrix S2006

Includes:MATRIX|S
$6,587
Starting From
26
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 26 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $6,587
Max $12,995
From $6,587

S Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$2,000
$2K–$9K
8 listings168,750 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

2006 Toyota Matrix S Pricing

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Where to Find Toyota Matrix S

Location data for all 2006 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 2006 Toyota Matrix trims

Elevated

With 2 recalls and 170 complaints, the 2006 Toyota Matrix rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

2
Recalls
170
Complaints
17
Crashes
0
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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10V3840002010-26-08
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2008 COROLLA AND COROLLA MATRIX VEHICLES. THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) FOR THE SUBJECT MODELS EQUIPPED WITH THE 1ZZ-FE ENGINE AND TWO-WHEEL DRIVE MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED. THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT A CRACK MAY DEVELOP AT CERTAIN SOLDER POINTS OR ON VARISTORS ON THE CIRCUIT BOARD.

THERE ARE A VARIETY OF WARNINGS AND CONSEQUENCES ASSOCIATED WITH THE DEFECT. THE ENGINE WARNING LAMP COULD BE ILLUMINATED, HARSH SHIFTING COULD RESULT, THE ENGINE MAY NOT START, OR THE ENGINE COULD SHUT OFF WHILE THE VEHICLE IS BEING DRIVEN. AN ENGINE SHUTOFF WHILE THE VEHICLE IS BEING DRIVEN INCREASES THE RISK OF A CRASH.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2006 Toyota Matrix's biggest weak point? AIR BAGS. It leads 170 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Air Bags46
02Engine And Engine Cooling18
03Tires15
04Power Train12
05Suspension,tires11
170 total across 1 model years (2006–2006)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Toyota Matrix Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2006 Toyota Matrix trims

25–29mpg combined
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22-26city
·
29-33hwy
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$2,350-$3,250/yr

Fuel economy for the 2006 Toyota Matrix ranges from 25 to 29 MPG combined across 4 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Matrix - Manual 5-spd
29mpg
1.8L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
26 city33 hwy~$2,350/yr-1/10 Poor
Matrix - Automatic 4-spd
27mpg
1.8L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
25 city31 hwy~$2,500/yr-1/10 Poor
Matrix - Manual 6-spd
25mpg
1.8L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
22 city29 hwy~$3,250/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

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

2006 Toyota Matrix S FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the S compare to other Toyota Matrix trims?

Every Toyota Matrix trim targets a different buyer. The 2006 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2006 Toyota Matrix S?

Maintenance costs for the S align with the broader Toyota Matrix ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 2006 model year has 2 recalls on record. The most-reported issue area is air bags. Check the 2006 Toyota Matrix page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Toyota Matrix S?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Toyota Matrix S year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Toyota Matrix overview compares all years side by side.

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