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Lexus RX (2009) vs. Toyota Matrix (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Lexus RX and 2008 Toyota Matrix specs.

2009 Lexus RX and 2008 Toyota Matrix Specifications

Model Year 2009 2008  
Model Lexus RX Toyota Matrix  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.9 in 102.4 in 4.5 in
Length 186.2 in 171.3 in 14.9 in
Width 72.6 in 69.9 in 2.7 in
Height 66.1 in 61.6 in 4.5 in
Curb Weight 3870 lb. 2679 lb. 1191 lb.
Fuel Capacity 19.2 gal. 13.2 gal. 6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.4 in 40.6 in -1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.9 in 53.2 in 4.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.6 in 51.7 in 3.9 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.5 in 41.8 in 0.7 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.6 in 39.8 in -1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 57.1 in 52.6 in 4.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2 55.1 in 47.8 in 7.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.4 in 36.3 in 0.1 in
Total Legroom 78.9 in (over 2 rows) 78.1 in (over 2 rows) 0.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 38.3 ft3 21.8 ft3 16.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 84.7 ft3 53.2 ft3 31.5 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Lexus RX

2009 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
rear seating and space is grand. front cockpit is a bit short and chopped but acceptable. Front seats are not as comfortable as in our 2001 RX 300. The front seats are minimally acceptable. see full Lexus RX 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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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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