2010 TOYOTA MATRIX

	Starting MSRP	Invoice
Matrix 5dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback Base	$16,700	$15,615
Matrix 5dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback S	$18,610	$17,028
Matrix 5dr All-wheel Drive Hatchback S	$20,910	$19,132
Matrix 5dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback XRS	$20,920	$19,141
Destination Charge: $750

The 2010 Toyota Matrix is a compact crossover vehicle that can carry up to five people and plenty of cargo. The Matrix comes in a base version as well as S and sporty XRS trim levels.

For 2010, the Matrix gets a standard electronic stability system and traction control.

The Matrix has an aggressive-looking front end that features a bulging hood, thin wraparound headlights and a small trapezoidal grille. Smooth body sides give the Matrix a modern appearance, and the hatchback's forward-swept D-pillars enhance the car's sporty shape.

S and XRS models have a sports body kit featuring a front underbody spoiler, honeycomb grille, lower air intake and rear deck spoiler (standard on the XRS).

• Available 16-, 17- or 18-inch wheels
• Daytime running lights
• Power mirrors
• Available fog lamps
• Available sunroof
• Rear deck spoiler (standard on XRS, optional on S)

Front sport seats and a three-person bench seat give the Matrix room for up to five people. The 60/40-split backseat can fold down when more cargo room is needed.

• Available sports cloth upholstery
• Standard metallic interior accents
• Standard 60/40-split folding bench; front passenger seat folds down on S and XRS
• Available four-, six- or nine-speaker audio systems
• Optional power windows, locks and keyless entry
• Optional cruise control
• Available navigation system

Standard models are equipped with a 1.8-liter four-cylinder mated to either a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission. The XRS and S come with a 2.4-liter four-cylinder mated to either a 5-speed automatic or manual transmission.

All models are front-wheel drive, except for the specially equipped all-wheel-drive S model, which is mated to a four-speed automatic transmission.

The base and FWD S models come with a basic rear torsion beam suspension; AWD S and XRS models get a more complex rear double wishbone suspension, which provides a more compliant ride.

• Standard 132-horsepower, 1.8-liter four-cylinder with 128 pounds-feet of torque
• Available 158-hp, 2.4-liter four-cylinder with 162 pounds-feet of torque
• Standard five-speed manual transmission (except on AWD S)
• Available four- or five-speed automatic
• Standard front-wheel drive
• Optional all-wheel drive (S)
• Sport strut tower brace (XRS)
• Double wishbone rear suspension (AWD S and XRS)

For 2010, the Matrix comes with an electronic stability system and traction control standard in every trim level.

• Front side-impact airbags
• Side curtain airbags
• Active front head restraints
• Antilock brakes
• Electronic stability system
• Traction control