2009 Toyota Matrix S
November 30th, 2007
The 2009 Toyota Matrix S has officially hit the streets. When Toyota created the Matrix S their goal was to give it a sporty edge. Unfortunately they weren’t able to follow through on this idea. Sure it has a bit more edge to it – but they sacrificed some of the looks that made us love the previous models. So instead of giving it an edgy look they ended up by dulling it out.
2009 Toyota Blade
February 16th, 2007
The rumor that is bouncing around is that when Toyota is ready to replace the aging, five-door Matrix hatchback in the spring of 2008, the Corolla-based vehicle will take on its Japan-market name, which they dubbed the Blade.
The Blade, which is currently sold in Japan is powered by a 158-hp 2.4-liter four-cylinder, same as numerous Toyota products including the Camry. That would be a useful improvement over the Matrix’s current 126-hp 1.8-liter four. All-wheel drive is optional, as it was on the Matrix until 2007, when it was dropped along with the more-powerful, high-revving 164-hp 1.8-liter engine choice.