| Model Year | 2020 | 2010 | |
| Model | Kia Rio | Toyota Matrix | |
| Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 120 hp@6300 112 lb-ft@4500 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 132 hp@6000 128 lb-ft@4200 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 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 | 171.9 in | -11.9 in |
| Width | 67.9 in | 69.5 in | -1.6 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 61.4 in | -4.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 2762 lb. | 2965 lb. | -203 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 11.9 gal. | 13.2 gal. | -1.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 40.5 in | -1.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 53.3 in | 0.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.9 in | 52.3 in | 0.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.6 in | 0.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 39.3 in | -1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.3 in | 52.6 in | 0.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 43.7 in | 8.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 36.2 in | -2.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 75.6 in (over 2 rows) | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | -2.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.4 ft3 | 19.8 ft3 | -2.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 32.8 ft3 | 61.5 ft3 | -28.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Kia Rio.
| 2010 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 |
| 2010 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 |