Ford Focus vs Toyota Matrix
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2013 Toyota Matrix
Overview
| Spec | Ford FocusS | Toyota MatrixL |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | S | L |
| Body style | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2018 | 2013 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Ford FocusS | Toyota MatrixL |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $17,950 (best) | $19,275 |
| Lowest listing price | $6,423 (best) | $9,990 |
| Median listing price | $9,856 (best) | $9,990 |
| Highest listing price | $15,717 | $9,990 (best) |
| For sale now | 4 (best) | 1 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Ford FocusS | Toyota MatrixL |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 28 MPG | 29 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 25 MPG | 26 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 34 MPG (best) | 32 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 12.4 gal | 13.2 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Ford FocusS | Toyota MatrixL |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 160 hp (best) | 132 hp |
| Torque | 146 lb-ft (best) | 128 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L (best) | 1.8 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Ford FocusS | Toyota MatrixL |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 13.2 cu ft | 49.4 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 1,500 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 2,928 lbs | 2,844 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.8 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in (best) | 102.4 in |
| Length | 178.7 in (best) | 171.9 in |
| Width | 71.8 in (best) | 69.5 in |
| Height | 57.8 in | 61 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Ford FocusS | Toyota MatrixL |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 7 | 1 (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Ford Focus | Toyota Matrix |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | S $17,950 MSRP(Currently comparing) | L $19,275 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | SE $19,245 MSRP | L $20,115 MSRP |
| 3 | SE $20,540 MSRP | S $20,265 MSRP |
| 4 | SEL $21,870 MSRP | S $21,455 MSRP |
| 5 | SEL $22,070 MSRP | S $22,415 MSRP |
| 6 | Titanium $24,270 MSRP | — |
| 7 | Titanium $24,470 MSRP | — |
| 8 | ST $25,170 MSRP | — |
| 9 | Electric $29,120 MSRP | — |
| 10 | RS $41,120 MSRP | — |
Live inventory
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SE
INGOT SILVER METALLIC•Charcoal Black116,768 mi$7,031Fred Anderson Toyota of Charleston
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Used2018 Ford Focus
SEL
Hot Pepper Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat•Black60,243 mi$12,681Bruce Titus Port Orchard Ford
Port Orchard, WA
Used2014 Ford Focus
Titanium
Tuxedo Black Metallic•Charcoal Black127,404 mi$6,423Jack Hanania Audi Orange Park
Jacksonville, FL
Used2016 Ford Focus
ST
Shadow Black•Black47,964 mi$15,717Lynnes Hyundai Bloomfield
Bloomfield, NJ
Ford Focus vs Toyota Matrix FAQ
- Which is better: 2018 Ford Focus or 2013 Toyota Matrix?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2018 Ford Focus vs 2013 Toyota Matrix on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2018 Ford Focus or 2013 Toyota Matrix?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2018 Ford Focus starts lower at $17,950. Live Ford Focus listings start at $6,423. Live Toyota Matrix listings start at $9,990.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2018 Ford Focus or 2013 Toyota Matrix?
- The 2018 Ford Focus leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (17,950).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2018 Ford Focus or 2013 Toyota Matrix?
- The 2018 Ford Focus leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (34).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2018 Ford Focus or 2013 Toyota Matrix?
- The 2018 Ford Focus leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (115).
- Which has better horsepower: 2018 Ford Focus or 2013 Toyota Matrix?
- The 2018 Ford Focus leads on horsepower in this comparison (350).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2018 Ford Focus or 2013 Toyota Matrix?
- The 2013 Toyota Matrix leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,500).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2018 Ford Focus vs 2013 Toyota Matrix?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Ford Focus (5/5 NHTSA overall).