CharlieB 
2003 Toyota Matrix Wagon XR AWD 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
Fantastic Car
 Ok, where do I start?  This is one of the best cars I have ever owned and I have owned many in my time, all new.  True, this vehicle is not a performance car.  The addition of a cold air short ram intake system help immensely.  As for ride, the stock tires have to be replaced.  Mine were replaced with Goodyears comfort assurance, again, big difference.  Ive used it for every project around the house, versatility is excellent for a small package.  The vehicle has never let me down in bad weather never stuck in snow or on ice.  I have driven around vehicles stuck on snowy hills!  As for mileage, a consistent 40 MPG was recorded from Jersey to Florida down Rt.95.  Average is around 26 city.