2010 Toyota Matrix Trims and Specs

The 2010 Toyota Matrix starts with the Base trim by utilizing the 1.8-liter engine with buyer’s choice of a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission. Traction control is standard across the lineup, and the whole package rolls on 16-inch wheels with standard wheel covers. Front bucket seats offer driver height-adjustability, and a tilt and telescoping steering wheel provides options for positioning. Air conditioning keeps occupants cool, and power mirrors offer casual correction. A digital-media-player connection improves the versatility of the CD/MP3 player, and a cargo cover keeps your belongings secure, along with a theft-deterrent system. Six airbags and antilock four-wheel disc brakes with brake assist and an anti-skid system are joined by a tire pressure monitor and daytime running lights to keep things safe.

With the blistering performance of the 2010 Toyota Matrix S’s 2.4-liter, 158-hp engine, it’s no wonder foglights were made standard to provide extra illumination in the forward direction. With your choice of a five-speed manual or automatic transmission, buyers gain a gear on the automatic side when choosing the S. Sadly, 16-inch wheels with covers are still the standard here, although the S does gain power door locks, windows, and remote keyless entry along with its power mirrors. Traction control and an anti-skid system do safety duty, along with daytime running lights and a tire pressure monitor. Front bucket seats sit in front of a split-folding rear, and the driver enjoys a tilt/telescoping steering wheel that also houses controls for the cruise and the CD and MP3 stereo, with a digital-media-player connection.

Dual front, front-side, and curtain-side airbags protect occupants, and four-wheel antilock disc brakes with brake assist prevent accidents in the first place.

At first glance, the 2010 Toyota Matrix XRS is a distinct animal, with its sport suspension and 18-inch alloy wheels. The distinctions continue around back with a rear spoiler, and sitting in the driver’s bucket, the tilt/telescoping steering wheel is now leather-wrapped and comes with controls for the cruise and the stereo. Unfortunately, that’s where the differences end. The 2.4-liter engine still sits beneath the hood, with an optional five-speed manual or automatic transmission. Power windows, doors, and mirrors come standard, along with remote keyless entry.

Safety features include traction control, an anti-skid system and tire pressure monitor, four-wheel antilock disc brakes with brake assist, and six total airbags.