Hyundai Matrix (2001 - 2010) 1.8 CDX 5d Auto (2006/56) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Im boringly reliable.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

All very impressed, liked it on an airport run.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Ask me in a years time! So far yes, maybe buy a second one, prob a diesel.

What are you likely to buy next?

This is just our weekend car when we put the little eco hatchbacks to bed so we will prob have this for years. If we were to replace it something like a Subaru Forester appeals.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£3,500

When did you buy the car?

January 2013

Did you get a good deal and why?

Got free road tax at £270 thrown in and cheap finance, good time to borrow money!

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Cheap, spaccious, reliable.

What was the dealer like?

Sales were good, service department were useless, they didnt even check tyre pressures before delivery, nor did the check the radio which had major fault and had to be replaced , then the replacement stereo was incorrectly wired up so took 120 miles of travelling to dealer to rectify faults.

What's it like to drive?

Nothing special. It is fast enough, auto box is smooth. Steering has an odd sensation similar to the old Citroen CX in that it has a strong self-centering but you adapt. Very painless to operate, brakes very good. Heavy on fuel if you like to rush about - dont expect more than 27 mpg but go careful and it will do 35ish.

What's it like to park?

Very easy. Exceptional visability due to low window line.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Nope. Front suspension clonks a bit but typical of Hyundai of this age so will replace the bushes in due course.

What's most practical about your car?

Sliding rear seat is very useful and it is an excellent height to get in and also to see over hedgerows. The car is actually remarkably small outside which makes parking easy.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Sliding rear seat and leather seats.