Dr. T 
2003 Toyota Matrix Wagon Fwd 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
Consumer review 2003 Toyota Matrix  
 Unbelievable handling. Fun to drive, but with some drawbacks. 1) hard to manage clutch. 2) brakes, clutch, steering wheel not real comfortable. Needs to have telescoping steering wheel and more room above clutch as toe hits firewall before clutch is fully depressed. 3) excessive pressure required on clutch to start vehicle is a pain, perhaps can be adjusted.  Sound system is great, but requires much difficult reading to master as the owners manual is poorly done in this area. GOOD mileage (33 mpg hwy, 29 city). Decent (not great) power, best over 4,000 rpm.  Cargo space is very good, but cup holders get in the way of emergency brake. Basically, I'm glad that I bought it.