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The '''Hyundai Matrix''' (sold in South Korea as the '''Lavita''' and in Australia as the '''Elantra Lavita''') is a [[MPV]] sold by the [[Hyundai Motor Company]]. The vehicle was designed by the Italian car designer company [[Pininfarina]]. Even though the car is likely to be used as a [[leisure activity vehicle]] rather than an MPV, Hyundai state it is a [[MPV]] based on the tall roofline.
The '''Hyundai Matrix''' (sold in South Korea as the '''Lavita''' and in Australia as the '''Elantra Lavita''') is a [[MPV]] sold by the [[Hyundai Motor Company]]. The vehicle was designed by the Italian car designer company [[Pininfarina]]. Even though the car is likely to be used as a [[leisure activity vehicle]] rather than an MPV, Hyundai state it is a [[MPV]] based on the tall roofline.


The Matrix is a five-seater [[hatchback]] and is available in 1.5, 1.6 and 1.8-litre [[petrol engine]]s. The 1.8 has a top speed of {{Auto mph|114|0}} and a 0-60 mph time of 11.3 seconds. In Europe there are versions also available with turbo [[diesel engine]]s.
The Matrix is a five-seater [[hatchback]] and is available in 1.5, 1.6 and 1.8-litre [[petrol engine]]s. The 1.8 has a top speed of 114 mph and a 0-60 mph time of 11.3 seconds. In Europe there are versions also available with turbo [[diesel engine]]s.
   
   
In Malaysia, the Matrix is locally assembled as the [[Inokom]] Matrix. The Inokom Matrix is available in both 1.6L & 1.8L petrol engine options.
In Malaysia, the Matrix is locally assembled as the [[Inokom]] Matrix. The Inokom Matrix is available in both 1.6L & 1.8L petrol engine options.
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===Recent Changes===  
===Recent Changes===  
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For 2009, Hyundai unveiled a facelifted version of the Matrix at the [[Geneva Motor Show]] in March, 2008. It has undergone major changes to the front fascia, similar in style to the [[Hyundai i30]]. New wheels are also part of the slew of changes. The C-pillar window kink has been eliminated. Minor changes have also been made to the interior. [http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2008/03/geneva-show-2009-hyundai-matrix.htmlhttp://carscoop.blogspot.com/2008/03/geneva-show-2009-hyundai-matrix.html]
For 2009, Hyundai unveiled a facelifted version of the Matrix at the [[Geneva Motor Show]] in March, 2008. It has undergone major changes to the front fascia, similar in style to the [[Hyundai i30]]. New wheels are also part of the slew of changes. The C-pillar window kink has been eliminated. Minor changes have also been made to the interior. Engines choices are between the 1.6 103PS, 1.8 123PS, petrol power plants and the 110PS 1.5 CRDi diesel unit. All three engines are available with a 5-speed manual tranny. However, both petrol engines can be mated to an optional 4-speed automatic. [http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2008/03/geneva-show-2009-hyundai-matrix.html]


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Latest revision as of 05:38, 11 March 2008

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Hyundai Matrix
Hyundai
aka Inokom Matrix
Hyundai Lavita/Elantra Lavita
Production 2001—present
Class MPV
Body Style 5-door, 5-seat Wagon
Length length - type here
Width Width - type here
Height Height - type here
Wheelbase wheelbase - type here
Weight Weight - you get the point
Transmission transmission + drive
Engine engine
Power N/A hp @ N/A rpm
N/A lb-ft of torque @ N/A rpm
Similar Fiat Multipla
Mitsubishi Space Star
Opel Meriva
Renault Modus
Designer Pininfarina

The Hyundai Matrix (sold in South Korea as the Lavita and in Australia as the Elantra Lavita) is a MPV sold by the Hyundai Motor Company. The vehicle was designed by the Italian car designer company Pininfarina. Even though the car is likely to be used as a leisure activity vehicle rather than an MPV, Hyundai state it is a MPV based on the tall roofline.

The Matrix is a five-seater hatchback and is available in 1.5, 1.6 and 1.8-litre petrol engines. The 1.8 has a top speed of 114 mph and a 0-60 mph time of 11.3 seconds. In Europe there are versions also available with turbo diesel engines.

In Malaysia, the Matrix is locally assembled as the Inokom Matrix. The Inokom Matrix is available in both 1.6L & 1.8L petrol engine options.

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Recent Changes

For 2009, Hyundai unveiled a facelifted version of the Matrix at the Geneva Motor Show in March, 2008. It has undergone major changes to the front fascia, similar in style to the Hyundai i30. New wheels are also part of the slew of changes. The C-pillar window kink has been eliminated. Minor changes have also been made to the interior. Engines choices are between the 1.6 103PS, 1.8 123PS, petrol power plants and the 110PS 1.5 CRDi diesel unit. All three engines are available with a 5-speed manual tranny. However, both petrol engines can be mated to an optional 4-speed automatic. [1]

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