Lexus IS (2008) vs. Toyota Matrix (2008) Specs

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2008 Lexus IS and 2008 Toyota Matrix Specifications

Model Year	2008	2008
Model	Lexus IS	Toyota Matrix
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Hatch
			Difference
Wheelbase	107.5 in	102.4 in	5.1 in
Length	180.1 in	171.3 in	8.8 in
Width	70.9 in	69.9 in	1 in
Height	56.1 in	61.6 in	-5.5 in
Curb Weight	3455 lb.	2679 lb.	776 lb.
Fuel Capacity	17.2 gal.	13.2 gal.	4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	37.2 in	40.6 in	-3.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	54.4 in	53.2 in	1.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1	54.1 in	51.7 in	2.4 in
Legroom, Row 1	43.9 in	41.8 in	2.1 in
Headroom, Row 2	36.7 in	39.8 in	-3.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	52.7 in	52.6 in	0.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2	53.7 in	47.8 in	5.9 in
Legroom, Row 2	30.6 in	36.3 in	-5.7 in
Total Legroom	74.5 in (over 2 rows)	78.1 in (over 2 rows)	-3.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	13.0 ft³	21.8 ft³	-8.8 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	13.0 ft³	53.2 ft³	-40.2 ft³

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Lexus IS

2008 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	The seats are very comfortable for the size car. see full Lexus IS review

2008 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2009	4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Yeah, the back is small but still big enough to handle for the poor rear seat passengers. see full Lexus IS review
2009	4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	This is a small car. Interior seating is comfortable but tight. Unless the driver is very short, forget about the back seat. see full Lexus IS review
2009	4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Don't buy this car if you ever plan on carrying four adults. see full Lexus IS review
2009	4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Cramped rear seat. Minimal knee and leg room when there is a front driver/passenger. Minimal room for the toddler when sitting in a car seat. Seats 2 small kids at best. see full Lexus IS review
2008	4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	The rear seats are very comfortable, but TINY. see full Lexus IS review
2008	4dr Sedan 416-horsepower 5.0L V8 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Not enough rear legroom. see full Lexus IS review
2008	4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	The rear seat really is too small for adults. The front seats have to be moved forward for adults to sit in the back. see full Lexus IS review
2008	4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Small rear seat. More like a coupe with 4 doors. see full Lexus IS review
2007	4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Even large children will struggle to fit. see full Lexus IS review
2007	4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	We do not have small children, and only small children could fit back there. see full Lexus IS review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Toyota Matrix

2008 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

2008 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

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