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2007 Toyota Matrix Hatchback XR 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
Fun and practical at the same time!
 We purchased our Matrix this summer to replace our aging and unreliable Plymouth.  It has been a great decision so far.  We have taken it on several weekend trips and it is a great travel car.  Lots of room in the back for the bags and the dog!  It has also been useful in around town driving.  The fold down seats in the back are one of the car's best features.  We never need worry about bringing home bulky items.  I don't find problems with highway driving that others have mentioned.  No issues with wind or milage.  We average 30-31 mpg around town and 40+mpg on the hwy.  Though heavy traffic or driving consistently above 65 mph drasitcaly reduces fuel economy.