| Model Year | 2018 | 2007 | |
| Model | Kia Rio | Toyota Matrix | |
| Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 130 hp@6300 119 lb-ft@4850 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 126 hp@6000 122 lb-ft@4200 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 101.6 in | 102.4 in | -0.8 in |
| Length | 160.0 in | 171.3 in | -11.3 in |
| Width | 67.9 in | 69.9 in | -2 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 61.6 in | -4.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 2714 lb. | 2756 lb. | -42 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 11.9 gal. | 13.2 gal. | -1.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 40.6 in | -1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 53.2 in | 0.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.9 in | 51.7 in | 1.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.8 in | 0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 39.8 in | -1.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.3 in | 52.6 in | 0.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 47.8 in | 4.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 36.3 in | -2.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 75.6 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | -2.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.4 ft3 | 21.8 ft3 | -4.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 32.8 ft3 | 53.2 ft3 | -20.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Kia Rio.
| 2007 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
a lot of place, even for tall people. see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2007 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
very uncomfortable and not ergonomic at all. especially with child sits. see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Were flat and didnt grip you well see full Toyota Matrix review |