2011 Toyota Matrix Launch

2011-02-09




Although the Toyota Matrix was not the most popular car in the U.S. market, this has not prevented the engineers and designers of the company to try to improve the formula. Like the facelifted Corolla 2011, changes in the updated model made its debut at the Chicago Auto are mainly cosmetic and trim related.

The sporty five-door models, the new standard wheels, the interior features of the building Toyota Care maintenance plan, and a standard Smart Stop Technology. The same engines from 1.8 liters and 2.4 liters remain in place under the hood, because it is an old four-speed automatic transmission.

The outer surface agile sports car modifications, including the rounded rear windows and a matrix S, a completely new front and rear bumpers with integrated front and rear spoilers and a large platform in front of the eye fog light frame. range of colors including the new Pine Mica color that connects the current taste of the car.

2011 models are available in two output levels, base and S and are powered by an engine or a 132 hp 1.8-liter, 158 hp 2.4-liter four-cylinder. Four-wheel drive car is available as an accessory when paired with the S Matrix 2.4-liter engine.

Standard features of the Matrix class includes an all-weather package, power windows with auto down driver's side and remained in office, electric power door locks, cruise control, color-keyed power heated outside mirrors, steering wheel tilt and telescopic, heavy rear window defroster, AM / FM / CD audio box with four speakers with MP3/WMA player, auxiliary audio input jack and automatic sound leveling (ASL), intermittent wiper glass rear window, 12-volt power outlet, front center console and an engine immobilizer.

Matrix S trim level adds a metal decoration, 115-volt power outlet, integrated fog lights, folding front passenger seat, remote keyless, AM / FM / CD MP3 capability and six speakers for MP3/WMA playback.

Pricing information has not been released, but expect the base model to start around $ 17,000.