Look closely and you can the subtle changes Toyota has announced its matrix for the model year 2011. If your eyes still failing you (than ours were at first sight), we show from them all. There are new wheels on the line, Smart Stop technology has been added to curb faulty pedal complications and the automaker Toyota Care free maintenance plan is now standard. That was not too difficult was it?
Like last year, the 2011 offered in base and S trim levels matrix with a standard 1.8-liter four-cylinder (132 hp) or a stronger 2.4-liter four-cylinder (158 hp). The standard powertrain is front-wheel drive with four-wheel drive optional on the higher trim level with the larger engine. Those a bit more fun (well, at least visual stimuli) must add the optional sports package, its S-model, as it creates 17-inch alloy wheels, underbody spoiler, and a painted spoiler. Oh, we almost forgot ... a new color, called Mica spruce occurs, the exterior of palate in 2011.
The 2011 Matrix is available only in two trim levels - base and S - and is driven either by a 132-hp 1.8-liter or 158-hp 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine. Transmission choices include a four-or five-speed automatic and a five-speed manual and four-wheel drive is available on the S matrix, when coupled with the 2.4-liter engine.
New sports packages are available for both matrix strips, assembled with the S sports package including things such as 17-inch alloy wheels, front and rear underbody spoiler, roof spoiler and of course, 'S' badging. Pricing is not available for the 2011 Matrix has been released as of this writing, but we're expecting to just under $ 17,000 MSRP to be. Follow the jump for the official information.
