Model Year | 2014 | 2011 | |
Model | Chevrolet Sonic | Toyota Matrix | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 125 lb-ft@3800 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 132 hp@6000 128 lb-ft@4200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,525 mm | 2,601 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,039 mm | 4,366 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,735 mm | 1,765 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,516 mm | 1,560 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,250 kg | 1,300 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 46 L | 50 L | -4 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 983 mm | 1,029 mm | 982 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,356 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,306 mm | 1,328 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,062 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 960 mm | 998 mm | -38 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,346 mm | 1,336 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,311 mm | 1,110 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 879 mm | 919 mm | -40 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,941 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,976 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 538 L | 561 L | -23 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,351 L | 1,741 L | 0 L |
2014 Chevrolet Sonic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 138hp 1.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
For a little car, the front seat room is very nice for the average person. see full Chevrolet Sonic review |
2011 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
front seat for a tall large guy is terrible this is why i got a BMW instead 2 years ago, my wife is using the Toyota see full Toyota Matrix review |
2011 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
The front seat is not rally confortable for a big 6foot 300 pound guy. I have long torso and some time get back pain in the middle after long driving... see full Toyota Matrix review |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
front seat are horrible for an "high end" class (XRS) car ...
I considered getting rid of the car due to back pain, but my wife is using it now, I got a BMW
see full Toyota Matrix review |