Toyota has released details and pictures about 2011 Matrix facelift. It features new wheel desing, interior changes, Smart Stop Technology added to Standard Star Safety System and the company's Care Complimentary Maintenance Plan.

The exterior updates include new front and rear bumpers, front and rear underbody spoilers and a new front fog lights.

2011 Toyota Matrix will have two engin choices - 1.8 liter DOHC four-cylinder engine with 132PS at 6000RPM and 128 lb-ft of torque at 4400RPM. The engine has Dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i) and can be mated to a 5-speed manual transmission or a 4-speed Electronically Controlled automatic Transmission (ECT).

The second choice is 2.4 liter four-cylinder petrol with 158PS at 6000RPM and 162 lb-ft of torque at 4000RPM. This engine is also available with AWD system and ECT 4-speed automatic transmission.

2011 Matrix is expected to go on sale later this year. Toyota will soon reveal price list and full details.

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