Bluetooth and iPhone/iPod/AUX Kits for Toyota Matrix 2005-2008
GTA Car Kit for Toyota Matrix 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008 is all you need to integrate your smartphone, tablet or mp3 player with your stock car stereo system.
We offer iPod/iPhone/iPad/AUX Wired kit with Bluetooth Extension port and Pure Bluetooth with AUX. Please refer to the table below to find detailed comparison between these two products.
We offer iPod/iPhone/iPad/AUX Wired kit with Bluetooth Extension port and Pure Bluetooth with AUX. Please refer to the table below to find detailed comparison between these two products.
INSTALLATION VIDEO INSTRUCTIONS
Pure Bluetooth Kit Installation and Usage in Toyota Matrix 2005-2008
Disclaimer: install at your own risk
GTA Car Kits is not responsible and should not be liable for any damages caused to you or your vehicle during installation of the kit. All installation videos on this website and GTA Car Kit's YouTube channel provided as a reference only. If you don't feel comfortable with DIY installation - please contact a car audio professional in your local area.
iPod/iPhone/iPad/AUX Wired Installation and Usage in Toyota Matrix 2005-2008
Disclaimer: install at your own risk
GTA Car Kits is not responsible and should not be liable for any damages caused to you or your vehicle during installation of the kit. All installation videos on this website and GTA Car Kit's YouTube channel provided as a reference only. If you don't feel comfortable with DIY installation - please contact a car audio professional in your local area.
Product Comparison: iPod/iPhone/iPad/AUX Wired VS Pure Bluetooth
| Feature | iPod/iPhone/iPad/AUX Wired | Pure Bluetooth with AUX |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Streaming | Audio Streaming Through Apple 30-pin connector or AUX 3.5mm cables. If you have newer Apple device - use 30pin to lightning adapter Optional Bluetooth Extension (sold separately) allows to stream audio wirelessly. | Audio Streaming Wirelessly through Bluetooth or through AUX 3.5mm cable |
| Track Switching | Track Switching From car stereo controls or steering wheel (iPod/iPhone/iPad only). Note: wireless streaming through Bluetooth Extension does not support switching tracks via car stereo controls. | Track Switching From car stereo controls and/or steering wheel for Bluetooth paired devices including iPhone and Android phones. |
| Sound Quality | Sound Quality CD quality or better | Sound Quality CD quality or better |
| Hands-free calling | Hands-free calling Requires Bluetooth Extension (sold separately) | Hands-free calling Supported. Receive calls and hang-up the phone via car stereo controls. |
| Charging | Charging Supported via Apple 30pin cable (only works with Apple products)Charging output: 5V 1A | Charging Built-in USB charging port (charging cable not included in the kit)Charging output: 5V 1A |
| Kit Installation | Kit Installation Installation requires the removal of the stock radio and connecting the kit at the back via open external CD-changer port. Apple and AUX cables have to be wired outside. If installing Bluetooth Extension (sold separately) - microphone has to be wired as close to the driver's mouth as possible (preferably to A-pillar). | Kit Installation Installation requires the removal of the stock radio and connecting the kit at the back via open external CD-changer port. AUX Cable and optional Charging Cable have to be wired outside. Microphone has to be wired as close to the driver's mouth as possible (preferably to A-pillar). |
| Supported devices | Supported devices - All iPods, iPhones and iPads are supported. Earlier Apple devices require 30-pin Apple cable - AUX cable lets you connect any device with a 3.5mm jack - Bluetooth Extension (sold separately) supports any bluetooth-enabled device including Apple, Android, Windows and Blackberry phones and tablets | Supported devices - Any bluetooth-enabled device including Apple, Android, Windows and Blackberry phones and tablets- AUX cable lets you connect any device with a 3.5mm jack |
| Kit content | Kit content - Vehicle Specific Harness- Main Module - Apple 30-pin Cable - AUX cable - Splitter Y cable (only when XM or Navigation stereo type is selected) | Kit content - Vehicle Specific Harness- Main Module - AUX cable - Bluetooth Microphone - Splitter Y cable (only when XM or Navigation stereo type is selected) |
| Price | Price Starts at $84.99 USD | Price Starts at $139.99 USD |
Javier –
The product arrived 2 days after I ordered it. The box contains everything as described here.
I installed it in less than 10 minutes (Toyota Matrix 2007). I follow the instructions in the video above. Everything was exactly as described in the video.
Make sure you have the tools to install it. They explain everything in the video. But, really, you only need one tool: a 10mm Hex Hexagon Socket Wrench Spanner Tool (i.e., with extension).
Before buying the kit I asked in my local stereo car service how much would an installation like this cost. They told me $300. I decided to do it myself. It ended being faster than going to the technician. Not to say much cheaper.
Highly recommended.
Erik from Springfield, Missouri, USA –
“Hi GTA,
I just finished installing the kit on my 2005 Toyota Matrix and it was simple and exactly as the video described.
It sounds awesome! This was the solution I had been looking for. I love that it keeps the clean, factory look of the car and that I can read the names of the songs that come up. Plus, it charges only while the car is on. Perfect design.
Thanks!”
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Philippe from Longueuil, Quebec, Canada –
“I found your company when I was researching on the net for options for line-in AUX input instead of FM Transmitter. Cable line-In AUX was my only options after trying crappy FM transmitter even with the Monster better quality FM transmitter
Shipping was pretty Fast within a week during XMAS season.
Installation was pretty easy with the video no issues so far.
I am using Ipod Classic 80 GB and I did run the cables tru the gloves box I really like to be able to choose between Ipod cable and only AUX cable
Would defenitely recommend it to a friend – very cheap option for IPOD/MP3 compared to the $400 Toyota option.
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Mathee from Brampton, Ontario, Canada –
“I found your product on Youtube/Google search.
I chose the GTA Car Kit after trying a lot of other options. I tried 3 different FM transmitters and it just became a hassle always trying to find a “free” station to play my music on and especially when you like to listen to your music loud, hearing static every couple of seconds gave me headaches.
I also thought about getting a car deck to replace the factory car stereo but that would have costed me too much, especially if i included installation charges, (also the possibility of my car getting broken into and having the deck stolen).
Therefore I chose the GTA Car Kit and I am also very happy with the product, the sound quality is clear 24/7 and it sits nicely in the dash board where it cannot be seen. The fact that I can control my ipod audio straight from my factory stereo just makes the product even better.
Shipping took 3 days.
Installation was alright, which is important considering I have no experience in installing anything else besides pouring the window washer fluid. The video was extremely helpful though. I did need a couple extra tools but I was able to borrow them off my friend.
I am using my iPod touch on it and my friends ipods and iphones as well. I ran it into the dashboard where i leave my ipod plugged into.
I would recommend GTA Car Kit to my friends.”