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Toyota Corolla Matrix

The 2013 Toyota Corolla Matrix is a practical hatchback with a generally good public reliability score, but critical safety recalls for the passenger frontal air bag inflator demand thorough inspection.

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201320122011
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Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.

Fuel economy

EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year.

YearCity MPGHighway MPGCombined MPGCity L/100 kmHighway L/100 kmCombined L/100 km
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2012000000
2011000000

Engine, transmission & drivetrain

Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.

YearBody style
2013wagon
2012wagon
2011wagon

Space, dimensions & utility

Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year.

YearGVWR
2013Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
2012Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
2011Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)

Safety ratings & driver assistance

NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.

Yeartpms
2013standard
2012standard
2011standard

Model year reports

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The 2013 Toyota Corolla Matrix is a practical hatchback with a generally good public reliability score, but critical safety recalls for the passenger frontal air bag inflator demand thorough inspection.

2012

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The 2012 Toyota Corolla Matrix is a practical hatchback with a generally solid reputation, though buyers should confirm that the critical passenger frontal air bag inflator recall has been completed.

2011

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The 2011 Toyota Corolla Matrix is generally considered a good, dependable choice, though buyers must confirm the critical Takata airbag recall has been completed.

MethodologyHow we score →

Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.

What are the best years for the Toyota Corolla Matrix?

Carfocal currently has 3 published Corolla Matrix reports, covering 2011 through 2013. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2013 Toyota Corolla Matrix is a practical hatchback with a generally good public reliability score, but critical safety recalls for the passenger frontal air bag inflator demand thorough inspection.

Published year coverage: 2011, 2012, 2013.

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Is the Toyota Corolla Matrix reliable?

There is no single reliability answer for every Toyota Corolla Matrix. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2013 toyota corolla matrix is a practical hatchback with a generally good public reliability score, but critical safety recalls for the passenger frontal air bag inflator demand thorough inspection. and the 2013 toyota corolla matrix can represent good value if purchased at a competitive price, provided the critical **air bag inflator recalls** have been fully resolved. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.

3 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.

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What are common problems with the Toyota Corolla Matrix?

Across Carfocal's published Corolla Matrix guides, recurring problem areas include Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator Module, Engine Air Filter, and Brake Fluid. The exact risk depends on the model year, so open the report for the vehicle you are evaluating to see which issues, recalls, and repair concerns apply.

Common problem areas found in published repair predictions: Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator Module, Engine Air Filter, and Brake Fluid.

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