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« on: February 10, 2008, 11:03:40 pm » |
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 First Drive:   On sale this month as a 2009 model, the redesigned Toyota Matrix has more power and an improved interior, says Assistant Editor Jil McIntosh. "Even if you liked the old one, you'll probably like this one a whole lot better," she says. More:Read the article | View the photos | All The First Drives
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EV Dan
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« Reply #1 on: February 10, 2008, 11:39:08 pm » |
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Can you fix the last, engine image link? |
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« Reply #2 on: February 11, 2008, 12:18:24 am » |
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I wonder what's with the delay on announcing the pricing for the Corolla/Matrix?  US pricing maybe?  |
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« Reply #3 on: February 11, 2008, 12:28:43 am » |
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Think the updated styling might win over more than a few buyers |
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« Reply #4 on: February 11, 2008, 01:58:33 am » |
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The AWD model, which comes in a single trim line, uses the four-speed automatic exclusively.   |
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« Reply #5 on: February 11, 2008, 09:06:06 am » |
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Can you fix the last, engine image link?
Got it. Thanks for pointing out the error.  |
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« Reply #6 on: February 11, 2008, 09:34:51 am » |
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When folks start mentioning dog cage and Toyota in the same breath, I know I should stick to other brands. |
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« Reply #7 on: February 11, 2008, 09:36:46 am » |
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i wonder if the new one will have better seating? i found the previous generation seats to be uncomfortable due to inadequate thigh support, but i'm one of those persons with shorter torso, longer legs.. |
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« Reply #8 on: February 11, 2008, 10:43:32 am » |
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I'm glad they've brought back the awd...my wife is looking for a replacement for her 03 Corolla, and wants awd. Since she's had nothing but Toyotas since an unpleasant experience with a Buick Skylark in the early 1980s, she'll look at Toyota first.
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« Reply #9 on: February 11, 2008, 12:35:53 pm » |
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"The 1.8-litre-equipped Matrix has an electric pre-heater that sends out warm air immediately upon start-up until the coolant heats up sufficiently to do the job."
That feature should be available on more vehicles today.
Looks like big blind spots in the rear pillars.
I, too, think they should have kept the height of the vehicle. Forget chasing the Mazda3 Sport.
Wish I could get the front of the Vibe (like much more) with the rear of the Matrix. |
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« Reply #10 on: February 11, 2008, 06:08:33 pm » |
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US pricing * 1.25 = Canadian Pricing. The AWD model will be in the $25K range here, $19,995 US. |
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« Reply #11 on: February 11, 2008, 06:59:25 pm » |
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US pricing * 1.25 = Canadian Pricing. The AWD model will be in the $25K range here, $19,995 US.
For that price...I'd get the Impreza 2.5i Sport pkg hatch. |
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« Reply #12 on: February 11, 2008, 07:26:17 pm » |
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Well at 1.25 times I think I will stay put. Is this situation explained anywhere that can be believed. |
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« Reply #13 on: February 11, 2008, 07:50:48 pm » |
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Well at 1.25 times I think I will stay put. Is this situation explained anywhere that can be believed.
It's been talked to death here but the short answer is "because they can" |
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« Reply #14 on: February 11, 2008, 07:58:43 pm » |
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« Reply #15 on: February 11, 2008, 08:06:55 pm » |
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US pricing * 1.25 = Canadian Pricing. The AWD model will be in the $25K range here, $19,995 US.
For that price...I'd get the Impreza 2.5i Sport pkg hatch. Yup, which is what lots of other people said/did. Sure, the Scoob was a bit more than the AWD Matrix, but had more power, better AWD, etc. I am guessing on the pricing, but as it is a new product, Toyota will try for at least a 20% premium over US, and I bet 25% will be reality. They reduced MSRP's but only by a pittance. A Prius in the US can be had for about $24K. At that price in Canada, I'd be tempted... |
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« Reply #16 on: February 11, 2008, 08:15:10 pm » |
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^^^^A friend just brought a 2005 Prius over for $15K....... |
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« Reply #17 on: February 11, 2008, 08:24:18 pm » |
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"The 1.8-litre-equipped Matrix has an electric pre-heater that sends out warm air immediately upon start-up until the coolant heats up sufficiently to do the job."
That feature should be available on more vehicles today.
Looks like big blind spots in the rear pillars.
I, too, think they should have kept the height of the vehicle. Forget chasing the Mazda3 Sport.
Wish I could get the front of the Vibe (like much more) with the rear of the Matrix.
I thought the echo had this feature but i could be mistaken. |
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« Reply #18 on: February 11, 2008, 10:29:17 pm » |
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the car must be in at dealer lots by now, and we still can't get some hard numbers for pricing??  why the delay? the US prices have been out for some time now, even their website is updated |
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« Reply #19 on: February 11, 2008, 10:51:11 pm » |
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I missed the US price by a few bucks. AWD = $20,400. No way the Can price will be less than $23K... |
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