John 
2005 Toyota Matrix Wagon XR Fwd 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
2005 XR 5-speed
 I have been completely satisfied with my Matrix after 1 year of ownership.  It has been completely reliable and gas mileage as good as advertised at 33-36 MPG.  It won't win any races for speed, but I knew that when I bought it.