The base Matrix ($14,760) comes standard with a five-speed manual transmission, but it's also available with an automatic ($15,560) or all-wheel-drive automatic ($17,295). Air conditioning and an AM/FM radio with CD player come standard along with newly added features including a lever-type seat-height adjuster, sliding sun visor, UV cut glass, and a new audio head unit design with a separate clock display. A Power Package ($480) adds power windows, power door locks, and remote keyless entry.
Matrix XR ($16,240) adds ABS with EBD, power door locks, power windows, and the remote key fob as well as a rear window wiper. It's also available with the automatic ($17,070) or all-wheel drive and automatic ($18,635). A wider range of optional equipment is available for the XR as well. Extra Value Package 1 ($270) includes cruise control, fog lamps, and front and rear spoilers. To this, Extra Value Package 2 ($880) adds 16-inch alloy wheels and power moonroof.
Matrix XRS ($18,750) is available only with front-wheel drive and a six-speed manual transmission. It comes with 16-inch alloy wheels and anti-lock brakes with electronic brake-force distribution. XRS gets four-wheel disc brakes, preferable to the rear drum brakes found on the other models. A new JBL audio system with CD changer is optional.
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