Eric B. 
2008 Toyota Matrix Hatchback 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
Matrix Fan
 I'm 6'3" 240lbs and this car fits me very well shockingly.  I have Arthritis in my knees so leg room is important for me, the matrix fits me perfect.  I needed good gas mileage and storage to take IT equipment to and from clients.  The Matrix fit the bill.  My only down side I can live with is lack of any power.  The 1.8L 1ZZ-FE motor will have to downshift two gears on the highway going up hills.  The noise in the cabin on a scale of 1 thru 10 (1 being a Cadillac and 10 being a 747 spooling up), the matrix is a solid 5.  Not horrible but definitely no money was invested in sound deadening materials in it.  Rip your door panels of and add dynomat. sound insulation (adds weight but turns the car into a solid 2 :)Mine is the 2008 Matrix Base.  I was shocked anti-lock brakes were optional on this year.  The ride is nice for the class the car is in.  I love it over all.