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2009-2013 Toyota Matrix MPG & Fuel Cost
5 model years · 22–29 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 8 of 10 wagon configurations, MY2013. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2009-2013 Toyota Matrix at a glance
The 2009-2013 Toyota Matrix covers 5 model years in the EPA database (25 configurations in all), rated 22–29 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2013, costs about $2,290 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 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013. The best combined rating in the generation, 29 MPG, was reached in 2011, 2012 and 2013.
2009-2013 Toyota Matrix by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Gas | 22–29 MPG | $2,290–$2,930 | Ratings changed |
| 2012 | Gas | 22–29 MPG | $2,290–$2,930 | Ratings changed |
| 2011 | Gas | 22–29 MPG | $2,290–$2,930 | Ratings changed |
| 2010 | Gas | 22–28 MPG | $2,330–$2,970 | Ratings changed |
| 2009 | Gas | 22–28 MPG | $2,330–$2,970 | First year |
What the 2013 Matrix 1.8L 4-cyl FWD costs to drive
Per month
$191
$2,290 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$3.82
Per 100 miles
$15.27
Five years
$11,450
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the wagon median
$440less a year
Class median $2,730 a year, MY2013
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2013 Toyota Matrix MPG
Versus 2012: The most efficient configuration stays at 29 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,290.
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 | 26 | 32 | 29 | $2,290 |
| Matrix 1.8L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 1.8L 4-cyl | FWD | 25 | 31 | 27 | $2,400 |
| Matrix 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (S5) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 28 | 24 | $2,730 |
| Matrix 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 28 | 24 | $2,740 |
| Matrix 2.4L 4-cyl AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | AWD | 20 | 26 | 22 | $2,930 |
2012 Toyota Matrix MPG
22–29 MPG · $2,290–$2,930/yr
Versus 2011: The most efficient configuration stays at 29 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,290.
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 | 26 | 32 | 29 | $2,290 |
| Matrix 1.8L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 1.8L 4-cyl | FWD | 25 | 31 | 27 | $2,400 |
| Matrix 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (S5) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 28 | 24 | $2,710 |
| Matrix 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 28 | 24 | $2,740 |
| Matrix 2.4L 4-cyl AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | AWD | 20 | 26 | 22 | $2,930 |
2011 Toyota Matrix MPG
22–29 MPG · $2,290–$2,930/yr
Versus 2010: The most efficient configuration moves from 28 to 29 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $2,330 to $2,290, $40 less.
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 | 26 | 32 | 29 | $2,290 |
| Matrix 1.8L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 1.8L 4-cyl | FWD | 25 | 31 | 27 | $2,400 |
| Matrix 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (S5) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 28 | 24 | $2,720 |
| Matrix 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 28 | 24 | $2,740 |
| Matrix 2.4L 4-cyl AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | AWD | 20 | 26 | 22 | $2,930 |
2010 Toyota Matrix MPG
22–28 MPG · $2,330–$2,970/yr
Versus 2009: The most efficient configuration stays at 28 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,330.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matrix 1.8L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd (Most efficient) | 1.8L 4-cyl | FWD | 25 | 31 | 28 | $2,330 |
| Matrix 1.8L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 1.8L 4-cyl | FWD | 26 | 32 | 28 | $2,330 |
| Matrix 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 28 | 24 | $2,720 |
| Matrix 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (S5) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 29 | 24 | $2,720 |
| Matrix 2.4L 4-cyl AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | AWD | 20 | 26 | 22 | $2,970 |
2009 Toyota Matrix MPG
22–28 MPG · $2,330–$2,970/yr
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matrix 1.8L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd (Most efficient) | 1.8L 4-cyl | FWD | 25 | 31 | 28 | $2,330 |
| Matrix 1.8L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 1.8L 4-cyl | FWD | 26 | 32 | 28 | $2,330 |
| Matrix 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 28 | 24 | $2,720 |
| Matrix 2.4L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (S5) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 29 | 24 | $2,720 |
| Matrix 2.4L 4-cyl 4WD | 2.4L 4-cyl | 4WD | 20 | 26 | 22 | $2,970 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Matrix 1.8L 4-cyl FWD: $3,120 in California and $2,000 in Texas, a $1,120 difference.
- California $3,120
- Washington $2,890
- New York $2,290
- Florida $2,160
- Texas $2,000
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2013 wagon models.
Generations
- 2003-2008 (E130)
- 2009-2013 (E140)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2009-2013 Toyota Matrix get?
EPA rates the 2009-2013 Toyota Matrix at 22–29 MPG combined across 25 configurations and 5 model years. The most efficient version, the 2013 Matrix 1.8L 4-cyl FWD, is rated 29 MPG (26 city, 32 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2009-2013 Toyota Matrix?
The Matrix 1.8L 4-cyl FWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 29 MPG, in 2011, 2012 and 2013. The lowest top rating, 28 MPG, was in 2009 and 2010.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2009-2013 Toyota Matrix?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013.
How does the 2009-2013 Toyota Matrix compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2003-2008 Toyota Matrix) is rated 24–29 MPG combined and costs $2,250–$3,350 a year to fuel; the 2009-2013 model is rated 22–29 MPG and costs $2,290–$2,970 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2013 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 $2,290 a year. Across all 5 configurations the cost runs $2,290–$2,930 a year. That is a $640 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2013 Toyota Matrix 100 miles?
About $15.27 per 100 miles for the Matrix 1.8L 4-cyl FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $15.27 and $19.53 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2013 Toyota Matrix more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Matrix 1.8L 4-cyl FWD is rated 26 city and 32 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 6 MPG.
How does the 2013 Toyota Matrix compare with other wagon configurations?
The Matrix 1.8L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,290 a year to fuel, $440 less than the class median of $2,730, and less than 8 of 10 wagon configurations. The comparison covers all 39 rated wagon configurations for MY2013, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2013 Toyota Matrix different from the 2012 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 29 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,290. EPA lists 5 configurations for 2013 against 5 configurations for 2012. See the 2012 Toyota Matrix for that year.