2012 Toyota Matrix fuel economy
The EPA lists 5 versions of the 2012 Toyota Matrix. Combined fuel economy ranges from 22 to 29 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 26 city / 32 highway.
At a glance
- Combined
- 22 to 29 MPG depending on version
- City and highway
- 26 and 32 most efficient version
- Yearly fuel cost
- $2,300 EPA estimate, most efficient version
Source: U.S. EPA fueleconomy.gov
Every version the EPA tested
| Version | Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matrix Manual 5-spd | 4-cyl 1.8L | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 | 32 | 29 MPG | $2,300 |
| Matrix Automatic 4-spd | 4-cyl 1.8L | Front-Wheel Drive | 25 | 31 | 27 MPG | $2,500 |
| Matrix Manual 5-spd | 4-cyl 2.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 28 | 24 MPG | $2,800 |
| Matrix Automatic (S5) | 4-cyl 2.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 28 | 24 MPG | $2,800 |
| Matrix Automatic 4-spd | 4-cyl 2.4L | All-Wheel Drive | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG | $3,050 |
At EPA assumptions, the most efficient version costs about $2,300 per year in fuel, versus $3,050 for the least efficient.