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2009 Kia Rondo and 2012 Toyota Matrix Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
| Model | Kia Rondo | Toyota Matrix | |
| Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 175 hp@6000 169 lb-ft@4000 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,601 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,547 mm | 4,366 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,821 mm | 1,765 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,720 mm | 1,560 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,512 kg | 1,424 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 50 L | 10 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,057 mm | 1,029 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,354 mm | -1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,387 mm | 1,328 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,057 mm | 998 mm | -997 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,336 mm | -1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,369 mm | 1,110 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 970 mm | 919 mm | 51 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 892 mm | 0 mm | 892 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,024 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 795 mm | 0 mm | 795 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,814 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,976 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 184 L | 561 L | -377 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 898 L | 19.8 | 878.2 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,095 L | 1,741 L | 1 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Kia Rondo
| 2009 Kia Rondo Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tall large people can sit in the second row with more comfort as they can in the front seats of our Honda Civic or Sebring convertible. Third row is not bad for short trips for adults and children would be good for longer trips. see full Kia Rondo review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Toyota Matrix
| 2012 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 |
| 2012 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 |
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