| Toyota Corolla Matrix 2007
Toyota Corolla Matrix Started Crossover Utility Vehicle Trend
With its unique blend of sporty styling and practicality, the Toyota Corolla Matrix crossover utility vehicle (CUV) has become a major influence on modern compact car design. The five-door Matrix models provide exemplary fuel efficiency, too, with EPA estimated mileage ratings as high as 30 mpg city and 36 mpg highway in models with the five-speed manual transmission.
2007 Toyota Matrix is available in two model grades - Standard, and the XR with enhanced content. The XRS model has been discontinued for 2007, as has the four-wheel drive option for other models.
2007 Matrix has been especially successful at reaching younger buyers because it provides such a compelling value in a spirited and uniquely styled package. At the same time, its versatility and excellent fuel efficiency have made Matrix popular with buyers of all ages.
Toyota designed the Matrix at Calty Design Research, its design studio in Newport Beach, Calif. "Edge-web" detailing blends sharply creased surfaces with rounded web-like contours to create strong, flowing character lines. The three-window profile gives the driver excellent outward visibility. Inside, Matrix presents a sporty environment, highlighted by an instrument panel featuring Optitron gauges set in cylindrical, chrome-rimmed housings.
Versatility and Room Without Bulk
2007 Corolla Matrix offers the versatility of a small SUV, including ample room for five passengers, with high seating points providing easy access and a command view of the road. All grades include a driver's seat with height adjustment. The rear seat provides a generous 36.3 inches of legroom, which is on par with many midsize cars.
For cargo carrying, Matrix provides 21.8 cubic feet of room behind the rear seat, which expands to a maximum of 53.2 cubic feet with the standard 60/40 split rear seatbacks folded down. The high roofline of the Matrix makes it easy to carry large, bulky items.
The load floor is perfectly flat and has a durable, washable surface. Eight tie-down hooks and two cargo nets are standard equipment, and customers can outfit Matrix with available accessories, including a cargo mat, and even a pet screen. Toyota dealers offer an accessory roof rack and rear bumper step cover.
The front passenger seatback folds down, to either serve as a table for other passengers or enable the Matrix to carry long objects. Adding to the versatility, the rear glass hatch can open separately using a dash-mounted release or the keyless entry remote control on models so equipped.
Toyota Corolla Matrix Safety and Security
Passive safety technology in the Matrix includes advanced deployment front airbags, pretensioners and force limiters for the front seatbelts and side-impact door beams. Front seat side and curtain shield airbags are optionally available. An anti-lock brake system (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) can be added as an option.
When equipped with the automatic transmission, Matrix models offer an optional Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) system with Traction Control.
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