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2011 Kia Sorento and 2011 Toyota Matrix Specifications
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | |
| Model | Kia Sorento | Toyota Matrix | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 102.4 in | 3.9 in |
| Length | 183.9 in | 171.9 in | 12 in |
| Width | 74.2 in | 69.5 in | 4.7 in |
| Height | 67.3 in | 61.4 in | 5.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3605 lb. | 2865 lb. | 740 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.8 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 6.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 40.5 in | -1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 53.3 in | 6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 52.3 in | 4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.6 in | -0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 39.3 in | -0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 52.6 in | 6.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 43.7 in | 12.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 36.2 in | 1.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 36.7 in | 0.0 in | 36.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.8 in | 0.0 in | 53.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 44.4 in | 0.0 in | 44.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 31.3 in | 0.0 in | 31.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 110.2 in (over 3 rows) | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 32.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.1 ft3 | 19.8 ft3 | -10.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.0 ft3 | 19.8 | 17.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.5 ft3 | 61.5 ft3 | 11 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Kia Sorento
| 2011 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very comfortable seats up front with tons of leg room. see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The Kia Sorento had very good seating positions in the front for a very tall person, I'm almost 6'5" and was able to fit with the sunroof / panaramic roof. You get a feeling of control and confidence. You do loose about 1" or so with the see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Need 7 passenger seating and the Sorento has delivered. Used 3rd row quite a few times with children AND adults. No complaints, although 3rd ride was usually no more than one hour. see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The third seat was a major factor in our decision process. see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good size second row seat. Plenty of room for adults and can fit three child car seats. see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2011 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Needs an adjustable second row and a little more cargo room when the third row seat is up. see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row is tiny, and you are forced to get it, if you want the V-6 see full Kia Sorento review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Toyota Matrix
| 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 |
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