Engine: 1.8-liter dohc 16v inline-4

Engine Options: 130-hp 1.8-liter dohc 16v inline-4; 180-hp 1.8-liter dohc 16v inline-4

Transmission: 4-speed automatic

Transmission Options: 5-speed manual; 4-speed automatic; 6-speed manual

Standard Safety Equipment: dual front airbags

Optional Safety Equipment: curtain side airbags and seat-mounted side-impact airbags; ABS, EBD; all-wheel drive

Basic Warranty: 3 years/36,000 miles

Assembled In: Cambridge, Ontario, Canada

Model Tested: Toyota Matrix XR 4WD automatic ($18,635)

Standard Equipment: air conditioning w filter, AM/FM/CD with four speakers, power windows, power mirrors, power door locks, tilt steering column, power steering, intermittent wipers, remote keyless entry with remote tailgate release, 115-volt power outlet, 60/40 split rear seats, outside temperature gauge, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, cargo nets and track system with tie-down hooks, rear-window defogger with timer, tonneau cover, ABS w EBD

Options as Tested: curtain airbags and side-impact airbags ($645); Extra Value Package 2 ($880) includes 16-in aluminum wheels w P205/55R16 tires, power sunroof, cruise control, fog lamps, front and rear spoilers; AM/FM/6CD w 6 speakers ($240)

Destination Charge: 515

Gas Guzzler Tax:

Layout: four-wheel drive

Horsepower: 123 @ 6000

Torque: 118 @ 4200

Miles Per Gallon in the City/Highway: 26/31

Wheelbase: 102.4 inches

Length/Width/Height in Inches: 171.3/69.5/60.6 inches

Track Front/Rear: 59.6/59.1 inches

Turning Cycle: 35.5 feet

Seating Capacity: 5 people

Head/Hip/Leg Room, f: 40.6/51.7/41.8 inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, m: inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, r: 39.8/47.8/36.3 inches

Trunk Volume: 53.2 cubic feet

Payload:

Suspension, f: independent

Ground Clearance: 5.9 inches

Curb Weight: 2943 pounds

Towing Capacity: 1,500 pounds

Tires: P205/55R16

Brakes: disc/drum w ABS, EBD

Fuel Capacity: 11.9 Gallons