2010 Toyota Matrix Automatic(Japan)
Toyota is a full-line vehicle manufacturer and variably the first or second largest global producer. Toyota's hard-earned reputation for reliability and quality was tarnished in 2009 and early 2010 by a series of high-profile recalls. Toyota has visibly allowed some of its strongest products -- often the best-sellers within their segments in the U.S. market -- to slip in terms of quality and competitiveness. Still, Toyota remains a high-volume seller and a leader in hybrid vehicles.Toyota's lineup begins with the subcompact Yaris, which comes in sedan and both two- and four-door hatchback forms. Next is the Corolla compact sedan, a best-seller that has been surpassed by many competitors. Though it's considerably larger, the Matrix hatchback shares the Corolla's platform. The midsize Camry sedan remains a best-seller, and the recently refreshed Avalon full-size sedan is an impressive combination of comfort, space, power and efficiency.Toyota's crossovers start with the RAV4, a compact that seats up to seven with an optional third-row seat. Arguably a large wagon rather than a crossover, the Venza seats five and offers generous cargo room. The Highlander midsize crossover seats five or seven with an optional third-row seat. To accommodate more people you'll need a full-size Toyota. The full-size Sequoia and Land Cruiser truck-based SUVs, and the Sienna minivan, all seat up to eight.Unlike some automakers, Toyota hasn't abandoned the midsize truck-based SUV market. The rugged FJ Cruiser, the company's most capable off-roader, remains, as does the 4Runner, a more comfortable and roomier model that also can go off road and tow heavy trailers.Toyota has the pickup-truck market covered with the Tacoma compact and the Tundra full-size truck. The Tundra has more drivetrain, box and cab options than ever before, but the domestic truck makers still offer more.Along with the hybrid-market-leading Prius, Toyota sells hybrid versions of the Camry and Highlander. Additional hybrids are forthcoming.Toyota is headquartered in Toyota city, Aichi, Japan.
• BODY / EXTERIOR DESIGN / DIMENSIONS
Body Type: | Hatchback 5 doors / 5 seats |
Weight: | 1345 Kg |
Length: | 4365 mm |
Height: | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase: | 2600 mm |
Front Track: | 1515 mm |
Rear Track: | 1520 mm |
Ground Clearance: | 147 mm |
Fuel Capacity: | 50 liters |
• ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
Engine location: | front |
Engine alignment: | transverse |
Drive Wheels: | Front wheel drive |
Steering: | rack & pinion PAS |
Fuel Supply System: | EFI |
Max Power: | 134HP (98 kW) @ 6000 rpm |
Max Torque: | 173Nm @ 4400 rpm |
CO2 Emissions: | n/a |
Engine Coolant: | water |
Displacement: | 1798 cc |
Bore: | 81 mm |
Stroke: | 88 mm |
Cam Design: | DOHC - Double Overhead Camshaft (per bank) |
Cylinders: | 4 INLINE |
Valves per cylinder: | 4 |
Total Valves: | 16 |
Compression Ratio: | 10:01 |
Aspiration: | Normal |
• CHASSIS / BRAKES / SUSPENSIONS
Front Brakes: | VeDi |
Rear Brakes: | Di-S-ABS |
Standard Wheels: | 6½ x 16 / 6½ x 16 |
Standard Tyres: | P20555 R 16 / P20555 R 16 |
Suspension Front: | I.MS.ARB. |
Suspension Rear: | TBAx.ARB. |
• TRANSMISSION
Transmission: | 4 speed automatic |
Number of gears: | 4 |
• PERFORMANCE
Acceleration 0-100 Km/h: | |
Acceleration 80-120 Km/h: | |
Top Speed: | n/a |
• FUEL CONSUMPTION
City: | 9.41 l/100km |
Road: | 7.59 l/100km |
Mixt: | 8.4 l/100km |







