The Most Reliable Car You'll Ever Own - The 223,000-Mile Toyota Matrix!

On a hunt to find the most reliable cars! And this is definitely at the top!

[@Nowayhomek]

Same, got it in 2014, into my senior year of high school, 3 exes later, 7 jobs later, shipped over seas, 260k, new paint, and it’s been a loyal, iconic servant.

[@rebelknightrider4473]

About to get one tomorrow!

[@Jorge651]

I got one a week ago, the same but synchronic 5 gear 2008. I am so happy, I don't need more...

[@TheBibleTruths7-h7r]

What are you going to do with your matrix?

[@slaverescuehound3440]

@@TheBibleTruths7-h7rI’m about to buy one tomorrow I’m just watching vids on it 😂I’m coming from a 2011 Camry 6 speed the gear box was horrible.1st gen Expedition for expeditions.I’m a simple guy.Almost went all out for a challenger and was like wtf are you doing.😂Maybe next summer 😅🤞 Good luck 🍀

[@TheBibleTruths7-h7r]

@@slaverescuehound3440 how many miles on it

[@slaverescuehound3440]

@@TheBibleTruths7-h7r honestly I’m having second thoughts I’m thinking of going with a 17’ fiesta st.I’m a gearbox guy and I bet this fiesta st gearbox is night and day from that junk box I’m coming from still want the car to be agile and light

[@scoobydog411]

Yes this is the best car you can buy. I know because i have been driving my own matrix for 10 years.

[@vkhiev]

Mine is already 362k miles still running

[@dylano7242]

If are thinking getting one or a pontiac vibe, which is same car- only get 2005-2008, with automatic transmissions, not rs versions . 2003-2004 had lots problems. The manual transmission wear out faster than the automatic, and the rs faster more horse power 1.8l were the same engines in celica that had oil supply problems , and piston oil consumption that blew up. If get just basic one they will last 300-400k miles as long do oil changes every 3-5k miles

[@LucidDreamer54321]

I agree on the 2005-2008. But I love driving the manual transmission. And my 2005 Vibe has 200,000 miles with no transmission problems.

[@Paddle-N-Fish]

Timing belt?? They have a chain! My 08 is up to 368000 miles!

[@ochocinco8five]

Glad you caught that too lol

[@Paddle-N-Fish]

@@ochocinco8five 410,000 miles now

[@Introverted100]

Goddamn dude 💪

[@allisonb9072]

It depends on the generation, the generation 1 matrix cars had a timing belt just like mine does I have an 04. The 2nd generation Toyota matrix cars have timing chains.

[@nathanielallen719]

That's not true the 03 through 08 matrix and Corolla with the 1zzfe and 2zz have only a timing chain and I'm pretty sure the 09 through 13 is a chain

[@hermit-1283]

Purchased my 04 matrix a year ago with 87,000 miles i now have 193,230 and still running strong havent done much but regular maintenance my father has the exact same car as well just different color with 267,000 miles and yes still running strong these cars are beasts they run forever

[@sergeantbigmac]

You put 106,230 miles on your car in one year!? Good lord son. That works out to more than 2,200 miles a week an more than 300 miles a day. How is that even possible, I didnt get close to those numbers even when I was delivering pizza and doing doordash in my personal car?

[@hermit-1283]

@@sergeantbigmac i drive alot man lol

[@hermit-1283]

@@sergeantbigmac we are now at 224,769 miles and guess what still running strong im looking to buy a 4runner soon bc of my work but i tell u what when i die i want to be buried in my Toyota matrix it never fails and will never let me down

[@Tokomi]

@@hermit-1283 minus well just get a hatchback corolla and roll in dough with gas saved. A 4runner will make you poor with how much gas it needs

[@Ed6013z10]

Purchased a 2007 Toyota Matrix M Theory 5 Speed. Fun car to drive…

[@munshialif3421]

I have the matrix with 188000 miles and this car is bulletproof, no issues at all.

[@petroinc8258]

I love my 2004 Toyota matrix XR bout to do a lil fixing up on it this spring new air filter new exhaust new hood new everything 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@classychampion]

I had the 2009 model very strong

[@4.6lexus83]

Marrix/Corolla super reliable tin can. Good lil car with maintenance they easily go past 200,000 miles.

[@AudioLUVinRestorations]

I looked all over mine and couldn’t find a timing belt to change…darn😜

[@niacal4nia]

What's the average life of 2007 Toyota Matrix / Corolla water pump. . The car has 159K miles and I have no idea if the water pump has ever been replace and Toyota history record shows up to 90000 miles. Do you think it has been replaced once? It's not leaking. Car belongs to my son and has been very reliable but he is planning to take a long summer trip.

[@johnvianneymaria7994]

Is 07 Matrix with 298k for $3k good?

[@Betudidntknowthis]

Great video !

[@Pushingpower]

Thanks!

[@Pushingpower]

🤣

[@davidknibbs9646]

I have a 2005 toyota matrix xr 5 speed manual. I got it 2 years ago with 147, on it with new clutch and know it has 163, great little firecracker 🧨 and for only a 12 gallon tank and to change oil and filter its about 3-1/2 qts with filter 😊 amazing little car firecracker 😂 wow! How many miles on that car was 223 thousand miles wow! 😂

[@Jorge651]

Any problem with the transmission? I got one a week ago and it can't get into 3rd gear, I knew that but the price was $2225 so couldn't refuse the offer. Now I plan to fix the transmission with someone. If you ever had a similar situation and suggest any idea please let me know.

[@becomology]

That Mr. Clean! 🤣

[@static_Tricolor_camry]

I had an 06 Matrix XRS 6 Speed Manual Transmission. I didn't keep it for long, it had 174,000kms I sold it a few months later. It was an odd car to own and drive, the ride height sat high off the ground and when you sat inside it, it felt like you were sitting on top of the car. The seat is high up, rather than low down to the floor.

[@petroinc8258]

I'm able to adjust my seat all the way down in mys and my is a Toyota matrix XR 2004

[@TheBibleTruths7-h7r]

Any issues you had with matrix?

[@drill13qc]

I have a 2006 5 speed 155000 love the car

[@Papag53]

Here here 🏆

[@allans7281]

What year is the car

[@Pushingpower]

@@allans7281 2005

[@92hatchsi]

They dont take timing belt son.

[@elizadoolittle7647]

I have a 2005 it’s going to hit 200k in 60 miles.

[@ofimportance5458]

Mine has 400000+

[@badabing6474]

It’s a Toyota Corolla wagon with a different name.

[@Brokebanger]

fhe electrical on these is horrible

[@hymlog]

....Nope ....No Problems 256000!

[@Brokebanger]

@@hymlog count them days for your radio, windows, locks, and everything other than whats keeping the engine going🙏🏽

[@hymlog]

...Even The CC still works!!!

[@gabeeskridge8291]

​@kneegrow01 Know three people that own this vehicle with ZERO ISSUES except normal maintenance.

[@hymlog]

@@Brokebanger ...All works purrfect!