- Newest year: 2008
- Gas
- Wagons
- Same as 2007
2003-2008 Toyota Matrix MPG & Fuel Cost
6 model years · 24–29 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 9 of 10 wagon configurations, MY2008. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2003-2008 Toyota Matrix at a glance
The 2003-2008 Toyota Matrix covers 6 model years in the EPA database (21 configurations in all), rated 24–29 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2008, costs about $2,250 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Matrix 1.8L 4-cyl FWD (29 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2004, 2005 and 2007; 2006 and 2008 repeat the values of the year before. The best combined rating in the generation, 29 MPG, was reached in 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008.
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
2003-2008 Toyota Matrix by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Gas | 27–29 MPG | $2,250–$2,420 | Same EPA ratings as 2007 |
| 2007 | Gas | 27–29 MPG | $2,250–$2,420 | Ratings changed |
| 2006 | Gas | 25–29 MPG | $2,250–$3,210 | Same EPA ratings as 2005 |
| 2005 | Gas | 25–29 MPG | $2,250–$3,210 | Ratings changed |
| 2004 | Gas | 24–28 MPG | $2,330–$3,350 | Ratings changed |
| 2003 | Gas | 24–28 MPG | $2,330–$3,350 | First year |
What the 2008 Matrix 1.8L 4-cyl FWD costs to drive
Per month
$188
$2,250 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$3.75
Per 100 miles
$15.00
Five years
$11,250
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the wagon median
$720less a year
Class median $2,970 a year, MY2008
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2008 Toyota Matrix MPG
EPA lists the same ratings for the 2008 Toyota Matrix as for the 2007 model, so the configurations and costs are the ones in the 2007 section above.See 2007
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matrix 1.8L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 1.8L 4-cyl | FWD | 26 | 33 | 29 | $2,250 |
| Matrix 1.8L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 1.8L 4-cyl | FWD | 25 | 31 | 27 | $2,420 |
2007 Toyota Matrix MPG
27–29 MPG · $2,250–$2,420/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2006: The most efficient configuration stays at 29 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,250.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matrix 1.8L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 1.8L 4-cyl | FWD | 26 | 33 | 29 | $2,250 |
| Matrix 1.8L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 1.8L 4-cyl | FWD | 25 | 31 | 27 | $2,420 |
2006 Toyota Matrix MPG
Same EPA ratings as 2005
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
EPA lists the same ratings for the 2006 Toyota Matrix as for the 2005 model, so the configurations and costs are the ones in the 2005 section above.See 2005
2005 Toyota Matrix MPG
25–29 MPG · $2,250–$3,210/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2004: The most efficient configuration moves from 28 to 29 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $2,330 to $2,250, $80 less.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matrix 1.8L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 1.8L 4-cyl | FWD | 26 | 33 | 29 | $2,250 |
| Matrix 1.8L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 1.8L 4-cyl | FWD | 25 | 31 | 27 | $2,420 |
| Matrix 1.8L 4-cyl 4WD | 1.8L 4-cyl | 4WD | 22 | 29 | 25 | $2,610 |
| Matrix 1.8L 4-cyl FWD Manual 6-spd | 1.8L 4-cyl | FWD | 22 | 29 | 25 | $3,210 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2004 Toyota Matrix MPG
24–28 MPG · $2,330–$3,350/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2003: The most efficient configuration stays at 28 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,330.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matrix 1.8L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 1.8L 4-cyl | FWD | 25 | 33 | 28 | $2,330 |
| Matrix 1.8L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 1.8L 4-cyl | FWD | 25 | 30 | 27 | $2,420 |
| Matrix 1.8L 4-cyl 4WD | 1.8L 4-cyl | 4WD | 22 | 29 | 25 | $2,610 |
| Matrix 1.8L 4-cyl FWD Manual 6-spd | 1.8L 4-cyl | FWD | 22 | 29 | 24 | $3,350 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2003 Toyota Matrix MPG
24–28 MPG · $2,330–$3,350/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matrix 1.8L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 1.8L 4-cyl | FWD | 25 | 33 | 28 | $2,330 |
| Matrix 1.8L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 1.8L 4-cyl | FWD | 25 | 30 | 27 | $2,420 |
| Matrix 1.8L 4-cyl 4WD | 1.8L 4-cyl | 4WD | 22 | 29 | 25 | $2,610 |
| Matrix 1.8L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 1.8L 4-cyl | FWD | 23 | 28 | 25 | $3,210 |
| Matrix 1.8L 4-cyl FWD Manual 6-spd | 1.8L 4-cyl | FWD | 22 | 28 | 24 | $3,350 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Matrix 1.8L 4-cyl FWD: $3,060 in California and $1,970 in Texas, a $1,090 difference.
- California $3,060
- Washington $2,840
- New York $2,250
- Florida $2,130
- Texas $1,970
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2008 wagon models.
Generations
- 2003-2008 (E130)
- 2009-2013 (E140)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2003-2008 Toyota Matrix get?
EPA rates the 2003-2008 Toyota Matrix at 24–29 MPG combined across 21 configurations and 6 model years. The most efficient version, the 2008 Matrix 1.8L 4-cyl FWD, is rated 29 MPG (26 city, 33 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2003-2008 Toyota Matrix?
The Matrix 1.8L 4-cyl FWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 29 MPG, in 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008. The lowest top rating, 28 MPG, was in 2003 and 2004.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2003-2008 Toyota Matrix?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2004, 2005 and 2007. In 2006 and 2008 the values repeat the year before.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2008 Toyota Matrix per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Matrix 1.8L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,250 a year. Across all 2 configurations the cost runs $2,250–$2,420 a year. That is a $170 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2008 Toyota Matrix 100 miles?
About $15.00 per 100 miles for the Matrix 1.8L 4-cyl FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $15.00 and $16.13 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2008 Toyota Matrix more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Matrix 1.8L 4-cyl FWD is rated 26 city and 33 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 7 MPG.
How does the 2008 Toyota Matrix compare with other wagon configurations?
The Matrix 1.8L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,250 a year to fuel, $720 less than the class median of $2,970, and less than 9 of 10 wagon configurations. The comparison covers all 44 rated wagon configurations for MY2008, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2008 Toyota Matrix different from the 2007 model?
No. EPA lists the same ratings for 2007 and 2008: 2 configurations rated 27–29 MPG combined. See the 2007 Toyota Matrix for that year.