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Toyota Matrix vs. Honda Civic Review

How the Toyota Matrix stacks up against the Honda Civic - by Nigel Cooper, Topanga CA

2010 Toyota Matrix
Price Range: $16,290 - $20,770
2010 Honda Civic
Price Range: $15,305 - $25,340
Toyota Matrix vs. Honda Civic Review

Utility
The Toyota Matrix and the Civic can accommodate the same number of passengers. Towing is substantially more the Toyota Matrix's forte than it is the Honda Civic's.

Dimensions
The Toyota Matrix and the Civic compete for the same parking spaces.

Convenience
You will definitely have to visit your friendly gas station more often with the Matrix than with the Honda Civic.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs about the same to get the Honda Civic to the dealership as the Toyota Matrix. The Civic will save you money at the pump compared to the Toyota Matrix. The Toyota Matrix uses a lot of gas compared to the Honda. The Honda isn't much less costly than the Toyota Matrix when it comes to MSRP. The Toyota Matrix will cost you a bundle in gas every year compared to the Honda Civic.

Handling
With their similar turning radii, the Honda Civic and the Toyota Matrix most definitely handle approximately the same into and out of tight spots.

Comfort
Taller drivers will considerably enjoy the extra head room in the Toyota Matrix's front cabin compared to the Honda. The ampler interior dimensions of the Toyota Matrix make it roomier for your passengers than the Honda Civic.

Warranty
The Honda and the Toyota Matrix have the same basic after-sale protection.

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