Tashadog 
2008 Toyota Matrix Hatchback 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
Purchased in Sept. 07
 I decided on purchasing a Toyota Matrix in Sept., after my new 07 Chevy Malibu was totalled in a car accident in August.  It took me a little while to get attached to the Matrix, as I really liked the Malibu.  I'm getting almost 30 MPG (all city driving) with the Matrix.  It's just a basic car - no bells and whistles, but it's comfortable and, being a Toyota, I'm expecting it to be around for a long time.  Though it looks a bit small, I'm actually able to fit my family of five in comfortably.