Hyundai Matrix - 5-door, 5-seater mini-micro van. M-class machine made in South Korea. Mini MPV in the same assembly was created by the automobile concern of Korea, as a car for trips with a large family or as a delivery car for offices.

Production began in 2001. In some car markets, it was sold under the brand name Hyundai Elantra La Vita. Produced on the Hyundai Elantra XD platform. Prepared together with Italian studio Carozzeria Pininfarina S.p.A. In 2011, Hyundai Matrix was replaced in the line of Hyundai ix20 models.

Due to the exhaust type of the extremely forward-tilted front glass and the characteristic feature of the bonnet geometry, the engineers managed to increase the aerodynamics of the car, which are characteristic of tall bodies.

Not bad for such a road clearance of 16 cm provides the minivan with good cross-country ability, in comparison with similar machines. The front wheels are placed in front of the engine, while the rear wheels are almost under the rear bumper. In 2003, the brand was updated, which affected the front and rear lights of the car, and, moreover, the radiator grill.

2005 was marked for Hyundai with another small restyling. The appearance of the head optics, radiator grille was changed, the redesign model of 2006 was left without 2 tool boxes mounted in the floor of the luggage compartment. Tinting at the car glass factory was now available only in the top-end variation, or for an additional fee. And 2008 at the Geneva Motor Show was marked by an updated version of this car, which was presented as the 2nd generation of the brand. This year's model has acquired the distinctive curves of the Matrix.

The air intake nozzle on the front bumper has been enlarged. "Fog lights", head optics turned in the other direction. The front wings have become slightly wider, making a convex arc. The characteristic exclusivity of the Hyundai Matrix is \u200b\u200ban absolute view in a circle, as well as a high seating position. Large doors allow easy access to the car.

Hyundai Matrix interior

The interior of the car is very original. Where the instrument panel should be, an information screen is installed to facilitate monitoring the state of all vehicle systems. And the dashboard itself is installed on the console in the center. The seats are good, their rigidity is average, with excellent lateral support, for the driver - with an armrest. The rear seats are adjustable horizontally (by 19.5 cm) - this is very good for the legs, and vertically by 23 ... 58 grams, which allows for convenient placement and a good view of the track. The fifth door is opened as usual - upwards. The salon also has a large number of storage compartments for various things. There is a shoe compartment under the front seats, and their backs are equipped with folding tables. There are also many small containers on the front panel and about a dozen cup holders inside the cabin.

To fully control the road there is an onboard computer. The Electronic Time and Alarm Control System monitors all the electronic mechanisms of this vehicle.

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Sales start in Russia

We started selling this car Hyundai Matrix in our country at the very beginning of 2002.

Complete set

modification

1.6 lit. MT (103 horsepower), fuel AI-92 gasoline, front-wheel drive, fuel consumption 6.7 / 9.4, acceleration to hundreds - 12.6 seconds, top speed - 171 km / h.

optima modification

modification Classic

1.6 lit. MT (103 horsepower), fuel AI-92 gasoline, front-wheel drive, fuel consumption - 6.7 / 9.4, acceleration to hundreds - 12.6 seconds, top speed - 171 km / h.

famili modification

1.8 MT (123 hp), fuel AI-92 gasoline, front-wheel drive, fuel consumption - 7.0 / 11.6, acceleration to hundreds - 11.4 seconds, top speed - 185 km / h.

famili modification

1.8 AT (123 horsepower), fuel AI-92 gasoline, front-wheel drive, fuel consumption - 7.3 / 12.4, acceleration to hundreds - 12.6 seconds, top speed - 171 km / h.

For Europe, 2 versions of the 1.5 liter turbo engine were produced. U-Line L3 / L4

Overall dimensions

• Length - 4 m 2.5 cm
• Width - 1 m 74 cm
• Height 1 m 63.5 cm
• Wheel base - 2 m 60 cm
• Clearance - 16 cm

Brakes front Matrix disc with ventilation, rear - drum.

Price for all configurations

The cost of complete sets starts from $ 18,000 to $ 21,000.

Hyundai Matrix engine

In the line of motors of a 5-seater minivan, there are 2 1.6 liter gasoline engines. 103 horsepower and 1.8 lit. 123 horsepower There is also 1 version of the 1.5 liter turbodiesel engine. U-Line L3 / L4. In the domestic market, this model is offered in GL, GLS modifications. The basic package includes power accessories, central locking, power steering, front PB, climate control, heated front seats, a multimedia system with 6 speakers, 15 inches. wheel disks. 1.6 liter engine works with manual transmission, 1.8 also with manual transmission. The most complete set has an "automatic".

The front suspension is MacPherson strut, the rear suspension is Dual-link, which provides good handling when cornering.

Matrix trunk

The luggage compartment has a regular parallelepiped shape, the height of which is 59 centimeters and the capacity of 350 litas. With the rear seats folded down, its volume is 1285 litas.

What can be said in the conclusion?

Hyundai Matrix is \u200b\u200ban excellent car with all the above qualities and characteristics. Reviews on the worldwide network about this car are only positive, it's up to you to decide.

In the early 21st century, the Korean brand began courting clients from the Old World. The launch of the Matrix coincided with the opening of Hyundai's European headquarters outside Frankfurt. The Korean van was developed on the compact Elantra platform. The specific body style was created in the Pinifarina studio. Not fully consistent lines evoke mixed feelings. The owners of the Matrix claim that this madness has its own flavor. The lowered side window line combined with the high seating position gives a sense of space and good visibility. This is confirmed when maneuvering.

It is a pity that the turning circle exceeds 11 meters. Fortunately, parking is not a problem. Hyundai Matrix is \u200b\u200bonly 4.03 m long. In terms of its size, it is comparable to the Opel Meriva, a classic representative of the micro van segment.

Hyundai Matrix has been upgraded twice. In 2005, the radiator grille was enlarged, the headlights changed, and a new diesel engine appeared. The time for the next facelift came in 2008. The redesigned front end and dark plastic in the cabin changed the car for the better. The optional ESP improves safety and the diesel particulate filter makes the engine more environmentally friendly.

There is no lack of space in the cabin. The front seats are spacious and properly profiled. The steering column is adjustable only for height, but finding a comfortable driving position is not difficult. Most of the Matrix in the secondary market is represented by pre-styled copies with hard and gray plastic. Hyundai could do better. A family car allows you to come to terms with many aesthetic flaws. Especially when there are enough practical solutions. The rear seat is asymmetrically divided into two parts and changes its longitudinal position in the range of 19 centimeters. The backrest has tilt adjustment and a hidden armrest. At the disposal of passengers are folding tables and cup holders at the rear of the central tunnel. There is enough headroom and legroom. The passenger in the middle will appreciate the absence of a tunnel on the floor.

The dashboard hit the very top of the center console. Only the main signaling devices were left in the driver's field of vision - the direction indicator, the minimum fuel level and oil pressure, the parking brake and high beam, open doors and others. The simple look of the badges clearly confirms that, until recently, Hyundai focused exclusively on functionality. The arrangement of the instrument panel is the only extravagance. Inside, everything is very trivial. In addition to the convenient air conditioning control panel and the classic audio head unit, there are several compartments for small items.

The 354-liter trunk doesn't disappoint. Especially when you consider the compact dimensions of the Matrix body. The backrest can be folded down if necessary. To get a flat floor, simply lift the folded sofa up to the upright position. A large fifth door opening and a low sill make loading large items easier. Under the bench in the second row there are hidden compartments for small items.

Independent suspension on both axles provides good comfort, absorbing most of the bumps. The situation changes when the driver decides to hit the gas harder. When cornering quickly, the body starts to roll, and the steering characteristics do not allow assessing the amount of grip. Even the engine noise, clearly audible from both gasoline and diesel units, frightens off dynamic driving.

For the Hyundai Matrix, gasoline engines with a working volume of 1.6 liters (103 hp, 141 Nm) and 1.8 liters (122 hp, 162 Nm) were provided. Any of them for an additional fee could be combined with a 4-speed "automatic". The lineup also had a diesel unit - 1.5 liters (82 hp, 187 Nm; since 2005, 102 hp, 235 Nm and 110 hp, 235 Nm).

The turbodiesel used after 2005 deserves positive recommendations. The three-cylinder diesel engine of the Italian company VM Motori with a timing belt gave way to a four-cylinder diesel engine of Hyundai's own design with a chain-type timing drive. The new turbodiesel is quieter and has high torque. The latter is sorely lacking in gasoline engines. Good traction could be achieved only by turning the gasoline engine up to 4500 rpm. Therefore, overtaking on a loaded car makes you seriously strain.

Hyundai Matrix is \u200b\u200bnot the best in DEKRA ratings. During technical inspections, a loss of tightness in the power steering system was relatively common. Corrosion of brake pipes has been repeatedly detected. DEKRA experts also note the rapid wear of the brake discs and pads, and the appearance of cracks on the CV joints. With a mileage of more than 100,000 km, play appears in the ball bearings and suspension bushings.

At first glance, the list of faults can seem long. However, most of the problems are due to careless exploitation. Severe failures that can immobilize the vehicle are rare. There are problems with the immobilizer and starter. In some instances thermostats are rented.

Matrix owners most often complain about corrosion attacking the rear fenders, wheel arches and body edges.

Those interested in buying diesel versions can recommend 102 and 110 strong modifications. Earlier diesels had injection problems.

Finding spare parts is not a difficult task, especially if the Internet is used for this. All thanks to the technical affinity of the Matrix with other Hyundai models. Equally important, the prices for branded substitutes are quite affordable.

Hyundai Matrix is \u200b\u200ban undervalued car, and therefore quickly loses in value. Yes, its exterior and interior are not impressive, but the mechanics and internal volume give no reason for disappointment. If your budget is limited, but you need a moderately fresh family car, then the Hyundai Matrix is \u200b\u200bworthy of your attention.

Advantages:

Affordable cost of used copies;

Spacious salon;

Few major malfunctions.

Disadvantages:

Specific body design;

Poor interior trim;

Possible resale problems.

The compact MPV Hyundai Matrix is \u200b\u200bdesigned on the Hyundai Lantra III platform. However, despite the identical base, the Matrix body is significantly different from the original station wagon. The design of the car was developed by the famous Italian studio Pinifarina. The car made its debut in Asia. But there it was presented under the name Lavita and was equipped with a 100-horsepower 1.5-liter engine. The name Matrix was first heard in Europe in 2001. In Malaysia, the car is known under the name Inokom Matrix, and in Australia - Hyundai Elantra Lavita. In the spring of 2008, a restyled version of the Hyundai Matrix was demonstrated at the Geneva Motor Show. The front of the car has undergone a major redesign; it became similar to the Hyundai i30. In addition, the manufacturer equipped the car with new wheels, partially revised the interior and added five body paint options. Today, one of three power units with 103, 122 and 82 horsepower is installed under the hood of the Hyndai Matrix. The first two engines are 1.6 and 1.8 liter gasoline engines; the third is a turbodiesel. In Russia, you can officially buy a car only with a 122-horsepower 1.8-liter engine that accelerates the car to 183 km / h.

Specifications Hyundai Matrix

minivan

• width 1 740mm
• length 4,025mm
• height 1 685mm
• clearance 160mm
• seats 5

Test drives Hyundai Matrix

This class of cars appeared quite recently, but gained popularity so rapidly that today almost all major automakers produce micro vanes. And almost all of them are based on compact class models.

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Four models of micro-vanes are currently offered in Russia: Hyundai Matrix, Nissan Note, Opel Meriva and Škoda Roomster. They are in demand by customers and successfully compete with conventional passenger cars.

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For practical citizens (Citroen Xsara Picasso, Ford C-Max, Honda FR-V, Hyundai Matrix, Mercedes-Benz B-klasse, Opel Zafira, Renault Scenic, Toyota Corolla Verso, Volkswagen Touran) Comparative test

The micro minivan sector was opened ten years ago with the Renault Scenic, which instantly became a European bestseller. Soon, almost all car manufacturers in the world began to produce cars of this type, and the market niche of microminivans increased significantly ... At first, Russians were reluctant to buy vans created on the basis of golf-class models. However, the situation has changed. Now such machines occupy a significant share in the total sales. It is not for nothing that automobile companies are bringing more and more microminivans to our market.

Among the variety of vans on the Russian market, the most popular are compact models based on golf-class cars. They are also called microminivans. In terms of length and width, such cars are comparable to conventional cars, but at the same time they are practical and convenient. They can carry up to five to seven people with a sufficient level of comfort and do not cause problems with parking. And Korean microminivans are also attracted by their rather rich equipment, favorable prices, as well as moderate maintenance and repair costs. Today we will focus on "Daewoo Tacuma / Rezzo" (2000-2004), "Hyundai Matrix / Lavita", produced in 2001-2005 and "Kia Carens", produced since 2002. All cars are made on the basis of front-wheel drive models with a transverse engine arrangement: “Daewoo” is based on the “Nubira” platform, “Hyundai” “Elantra” of the 3rd generation, and the base for “Kia” is the “Sephia / Shuma” chassis. Microminivans, except for the 5-seater "Hyundai Matrix", can accommodate up to seven people in three rows of seats. The cars were equipped with 4-cylinder gasoline engines and turbodiesels. Only in the range of “Daewoo Tacuma / Rezzo” there were no diesel modifications.

Detailed specification Hyundai Matrix in numbers, among the most important ones that are most often paid attention to are - price in rubles at the time of appearance in car dealerships and consumption fuel in various conditions: on the city highway or mixed, as well as full and equipped weight... Still important are dimensions and trunk volume ground clearance maximum speed acceleration to 100 km in seconds or the time taken to overcome 402 meters. Transmission automatic, mechanical; drive unit rear front or full, and maybe even switchable

Main indicators of Hyundai Matrix 2008 minivan characteristics Hyundai Matrix

With such an engine capacity of 1599 cc, a decent amount of horses under the hood is provided, although the consumption will not be very high.

A drive that requires special driving skills and getting used to when driving with a different type of drive. For such low price cars belong to budget since you just get a car to drive and only, but in some cases this is the only goal without great. You don't need more to get around the city. Perhaps the slogan for such a vehicle does not fit "The miser pays twice."

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Description and review (test / test drive / crash test) Hyundai Matrix 2008. Prices, photos, tests, test drive, crash test, description, reviews Hyundai Matrix

Hyundai Matrix The Hyundai Matrix 2008 specification contains information about the body (body type, number of doors, dimensions, wheelbase, curb weight, gross weight, ground clearance), speed indicators (maximum speed, acceleration to 100 km per hour), fuel indicators (fuel consumption in city / highway / mixed cycles, fuel tank capacity or fuel type), which type of transmission is manual or automatic and how many gears the Matrix has, the number of gears may be missing, the type of suspension, front and rear tire size. front and rear brakes (disc, ventilated disc ...). Engine - engine type, number of cylinders, their position, engine displacement v, rated power / torque - all this is in the summary table. All figures are for individual trim levels: Hyundai Matrix 2008.

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Lerych 19.09.2012 : “The car is hassle-free. Moderate consumption, excellent driving performance: at 140 km / h the road keeps just perfect. The high waist is an incredible bonus. The spacious interior pleases immeasurably. Slightly depressing low ground clearance. But if you do not go into the mud, then it is enough. Excellent comfort - stove + air conditioner: cool in the heat, warm in the cold. Unpretentious to gasoline. It easily holds 140 km / h on the track. Instant reaction to the gas pedal. KickDown works out with a bullet. The tachometer does not go beyond 3000 rpm even at high speeds.
There is not enough high ground clearance - you can't crawl along curbs. It is a pity that it does not come with a diesel engine: (It is for this reason that we sell it in favor of a diesel Nissan X-trail "

Alexander 25.05.2011 : “I bought a car with 0 in ROLF, October 2009. now the mileage is about 33 thousand km. Of the minuses: last summer the fog lamp burned out, in November, after a week of parking, it started on the 6th attempt. The checkange lamp came on after filling a full tank at ROSneft (poured about 40 liters on Marshal Zhukov), called the store, the master listened carefully and reassured, advising for 5 seconds. remove - the battery terminal, everything was restored, the lamp did not light up anymore ... at the second MOT (30,000 thousand km. Tech. Center KOREA MOTORS) the official cost of work is 7 thousand rubles, but they spun me up by 14 pieces, unobtrusively recommending to wash injector, replace some rubber bushings on the rear shock absorbers (alas, I could not check their worn out and dirty, because not a fig is visible there and it is not clear how IT should generally be, but the cabin filter is myself I was able to replace, that's probably all the troubles in 2 years ... I SWEAR! I have something to compare with, changed about 12 middle-class cars up to 2 liters in 20 years, the longest (3 years) I drove a Chevrolet AVEO and TAZ - 2111 with PRIORovsky 1.6 liter engine. Moved to Matreha, I felt the height literally and figuratively ... the adaptability to the climate is amazing ... the heating speed of the cabin stove, after 5 minutes at -27C in the cabin + owl temperature, I take off my hat, unbutton the sheepskin coat, seats quickly warm the ass ... pleases defrost-drying heated mirrors ... mouth new rails-crossbars and luggage now of any length rests quietly on the roof ... Compact external dimensions facilitate parking, high roof allows you to get in and out of the car without bowing your head, spacious interior, quick start, a classmate with the same characteristics for THIS PRICE I haven't met yet? ... dvigun 123 hp 1.8 liters, 92nd gasoline (recommended by the factory), automatic transmission, but 4 steps ... I think we need to add another 5th ... because the horse's appetite makes you look at the speedometer ... 12.5 liters in the city is too big ... even if the 92nd gasoline ... the other did not pour ... they say it eats 95th less ... but its price covers the savings.
Before the Matrix, he contained two cars ... new ones from the salon, a Chevrolet AVEO sedan and a 2111 VAZ station wagon, he was building a dacha, it was necessary to carry a lot of all kinds of construction rubbish, and for work around the city there was Aveo ... the construction ended and the need for a station wagon disappeared .. Aveo became nervous and annoying with a bunch of running shortcomings (windage (literally drift to the next lane), prowling instability in rut, dead motor (dying when the kondeya is turned on) 1.2L. 20-minute winter warming up and slow cooling of the passenger compartment in summer, everything is clear to everyone with the basin, an impudent, but economical engine, the ability to be repaired in the field and forest (though it has never broken down in 3 years), in general - it's cheap and angry with foreign cars. I began to look on the streets with my eyes for a hybrid of two cars at once : first - so that the rails were (unambiguously). second - the versatility of the salon (transformation of seats). third - affordability (affordable) I saw a new version of Matrix at the entrance ... and was filled with interest in the original these bodies and the presence of powerful rails on the roof with three supports, I finally bought it (well, I don’t appreciate a car with a bald roof, I think that the car should be able to transport long-dimensional and bulky things) ... I decided that this is a car that will replace my two cars (I'm tired of sitting on two chairs, keeping 2 sets of winter wheels in the garage, servicing two cars, two insurances, two of those. MOT coupon) ... My family is large, I have to transport a lot of things in the summer season ... that does not fit, easily attaches to roof rails, is stable on a track track ... does not prowl from lane to lane and is not blown away by a strong side wind from rushing trucks, keeps the road ... 123 hp on overtaking they are pleasantly pleasing, although the machine gun, but 1.8 saves ... some power of the motor is available ... the view and landing of a high jeep ... you can see everything further ahead of the standing auto sedans, for the first time I just began to rest and relax while driving in traffic jams, 6 columns entertain, like on a stage ... the armrest is retractable, you sit like on a throne ... adjustable transformation and shift of the rear seats (forward and backward, as well as the front seats on the skids), their variable backrest for passengers is just RELAX, the knees of the sitting do not rest and they do not reach the front seats ... people say - the feeling is that you are on the bus, the size of the rear windows is like in Icarus, and you cannot live without tinting in such an aquarium, I made it as soon as I bought it, and also the upper strip on the front pasted. Of course, all that has been said is purely my personal opinion, and if someone is hooked with revelations, I apologize! I am ready to answer any questions on the topic. Sincerely, Alexander"

ivan Sukhina 12.03.2011 : “The car is excellent, in a year and a half I have driven 65 thousand kilometers. No breakdowns yet. A bit low for our roads. It is advisable to install the native wheels at 14 on mine, they were at 15 so I ditched the wheels in the first half of the year. There is a lot of space in the back seat that you can't tell from the outside. A bit expensive for oreginal spare parts, although not oreginal, no worse, but 2.5 times cheaper. Not happy with the windshield from any hit of gravel, a trace remains.
Worn guide rails on brake calipers. Nothing complicated, but after replacing the roar during movement remained. The windshield burst. "

Detailed specification Hyundai Matrix in numbers, among the most important ones that are most often paid attention to are - price in rubles at the time of appearance in car dealerships and consumption fuel in various conditions: on the city highway or mixed, as well as full and equipped weight... Still important are dimensions and trunk volume ground clearance maximum speed acceleration to 100 km in seconds or the time taken to overcome 402 meters. Transmission automatic, mechanical; drive unit rear front or full, and maybe even switchable

Main indicators of Hyundai Matrix 2005 minivan characteristics Hyundai Matrix

1493 this volume is the golden mean between power preference and fuel consumption. Ideal for frequent movement in urban environments

A drive that requires special driving skills and getting used to when driving with a different type of drive. For such low price cars belong to budget since you just get a car to drive and only, but in some cases this is the only goal without great. You don't need more to get around the city. Perhaps the slogan for such a vehicle does not fit "The miser pays twice."

Other names or misprints exist:

Price:

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Characteristics and review (test / test drive / crash test) Hyundai Matrix 2005. Prices, photos, tests, test drive, crash test, description, reviews Hyundai Matrix

Hyundai Matrix The Hyundai Matrix 2005 specification contains information about the body (body type, number of doors, dimensions, wheelbase, curb weight, gross weight, ground clearance), speed indicators (maximum speed, acceleration to 100 km per hour), fuel indicators (fuel consumption in city / highway / mixed cycles, fuel tank capacity or fuel type), which type of transmission is manual or automatic and how many gears the Matrix has, the number of gears may be missing, the type of suspension, front and rear tire size. front and rear brakes (disc, ventilated disc ...). Engine - engine type, number of cylinders, their position, engine displacement v, rated power / torque - all this is in the summary table. All figures are for individual trim levels: Hyundai Matrix 2005.

In other tabs, you may also be interested in the test, test drive / review, crash test, Hyundai videos, owner reviews of Hyundai Matrix (but it should be noted that reviews are not left by experts and are subjective, although some reviews reflect problem areas), Hyundai announcements and news ...
In the AUTO -\u003e DEALERS section, information about dealers, phone numbers and descriptions of salons, addresses of Hyundai dealers in Russia, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, CIS, website addresses. As a result of a convenient search by brand, there will be a list of cities. Perhaps you were looking for something and came to the page with the description of Matrix and did not immediately notice what you need: look in the tabs (parameters, review (test drive), crash test, photo, video, reviews, showrooms where you can buy Hyundai, Hyundai news, ads Hyundai) Also, after reading the review (test drive / test), you can read the reviews of Hyundai car owners.

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IVAN BEETLE 20.01.2012 : “I’m not overjoyed ... I only change consumables ... and this is for 300,000 km of run ... the clutch is native ... I changed it 10 thousand ago ... and I’m not going to sell ... a great car ... although a lot of course it depends on the spacer between the steering wheel and the seat ... how much more? ... everything is in the characteristics .. I have a complete set .. I have everything ... I also put the sound on the rear shelf, a subwoofer stuck under the order .. due to the bodywork, such a speaker .. I installed multimedia .. a navigator .. a rear view camera .. and instead of a rear-view mirror, an additional monitor for passengers in the rear seats ... still a buffer on the shelf. closes the rear view ... behind the tinting, nothing of this is visible ... from the outside .. a beauty ... well done designers ... PININFARINO .. ..this says it all ... and there are enough side mirrors ... only this body is not a minivan ... dear editors ... but there is also such as a compact van ... although the traffic cops wrote when registering .. .hatchback ... you idio ... but where is the sedan ... and the station wagon ...? ... well, nothing .. I save money on car washes .. it rolls for a car .. and parking is a nice thing ... well, not there was also such a case that I didn't fit somewhere ... a compact in one word ... in short, I really like the car ... the interior is spacious ... landing like in a jeep ... many teapots ask ... - is this not a jeep? ... I dare staying always. That would be such a 2-liter and four-wheel drive ... the apparatus would be ... in short, guys, go for a drive ... I think very few people have run such a run ... everything has been tested ... the car runs ...
there are no problems ... I do everything myself ... nothing complicated ... there are no problems with spare parts ... everything is always ... in stock ... "

Hooke 21.12.2011 : “My first car Matrikosh! I bought it in the salon, from scratch, in 2006. I have been driving for the fifth year in winter and summer, almost all year round, without any problems. There is no garage, all the time in the yard. The perfect car for women. I like it. Highly positioned stop-signal repeater, folding table - for greater pleasure, you can put a book on the table, put a glass or a jar. The luggage compartment net, where some things can be kept under the net, and the trunk arches are pleasant, you can also carry loads on the roof.
I changed the candles in the fall, and the front, rear racks. "

Igor 08.12.2010 : “The impressions are only positive. Before the MATRIX there was MONDEO-2, and before that there were many other things, including KALINA. After moving to the Matrix, there were bumps on my head! From the spaciousness in the cabin just bastard.Po about the clearance I write: Where I did not meddle on MONDEO, I go to MATRIX without any problems! And now I put the winter tires higher so I can generally crawl under it! Who has it crawling on the ground with its belly? Complete nonsense. All summer, on weekends, we drove in a crowd to rest with an overnight stay. They took everything they wanted! And the boat, and tents, and blankets, and a barbecue, .... A little bit forward moved the back row and everything is OK! MATRIX didn't even sink! The 1.6 engine is quite enough. NOT 2 liters as on MONDEO, of course, but loaded on the highway, + condo, 130 goes not farts. And the city is absolutely lovely. The suspension is not very comfortable, it is harsh, but not a bone shaker. Noise from the front is inaudible, but the rear passengers are getting the wheels over the ears. Neither the steering wheel (in general) nor the seat (in height) are adjustable, but everything is so chosen correctly that it is not necessary! My wife also rules and is happy with everything. The headlights are great! The car is short, so it drives and parks with a bang. For a woman, not a toy car!
There are no malfunctions pah-pah yet, but I'll throw in a fly in the ointment. In recent frosts, it started without problems, but the glasses do not want to thaw and the interior does not warm up well. On KALINA and FORD everything warmed up in 3 minutes! The back is covered with dirt instantly and the wiper scratches the glass with sand! I bought from spare parts: oil filter - 100 rubles, candles for 100 rubles, bulbs for 180 rubles. Shumka is of course rather weak (against MONDEO), but passable from the front. And, here's another: Why is the emergency button not highlighted? My wife didn't like it! The front wipers left large uncleaned areas, I had to conjure. "

Almas Serikbekuly 15.06.2010 : “The car is excellent, the price is normal, it's just cool for a budget car, the design is like the current Italians could have made the taillights a little more beautiful! \u003d) The speedometer is comfortable, the engine is high-torque for a machine gun, but gluttonous! I almost do not understand the fuel flow sensor! Chassis: the suspension is stiff, but kind of strong! I myself am from Almaty, and here we have terrible roads after the winter! And most importantly, they will make the road and then they begin to change the pipes! After that, the lining remains on the roads, and so every year! The headlights are not conveniently made, they are solid (together with turn signals) it is not very convenient if, say, the turn signal scratched a little bit! The trunk is small, yes, but the rear seats fold down! Finishing is not surprising for a budget car, poorly on the C grade, well, it's okay! There are caps on my iron disks, what's good about them: the fact that from a distance they look like tit. disks, so the design of the caps is good, and they sit well, together with the bolts they are tightened (very convenient). I don’t know about you, but my handbrake is rather weak, I drove into the service station and asked to tighten it, but it was so tightened! The handling is good, the maneuverability is excellent, it slows down with difficulty but quickly, the water seat is excellent comfortable
In winter I drove through kaldaebins (under 110 km), of course not on purpose, and bent two discs, respectively broke two caps (in principle, a trifle), I had to order a set of caps for 12,000 tenge (2,400 rubles), I don't know about you, but for my price for caps is too high! It is not convenient to change (yourself) the fog lamp, you need a hole ... then it will be still I have not finished ... "