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Reliability Database
Toyota

Matrix

Compact Sedan
Best Engine ⚠️ Caution (2.6)
2 Generations
5 Engines Rated
1,176 Total Complaints
Engine Ratings
2 recommended 2 caution 1 avoid

Generation Timeline

2003-2008 1st
2 engines
924 complaints 🔥 9 ☠ 2
1.8L 4-cyl ❌ Avoid (1.4)
→
2009-2014 2nd
3 engines
252 complaints 🔥 1
1.8L 4-cyl ⚠️ Caution (2.6)
→
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