Model Year | 2010 | 2011 | |
Model | Mazda CX-9 | Toyota Matrix | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 273 hp@6250 270 lb-ft@4250 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,875 mm | 2,601 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,085 mm | 4,366 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,935 mm | 1,765 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,727 mm | 1,560 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,964 kg | 1,390 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 50 L | 26 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,006 mm | 1,029 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,509 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,435 mm | 1,328 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 991 mm | 998 mm | -7 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,491 mm | 1,336 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,422 mm | 1,110 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 919 mm | -918 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 899 mm | 0 mm | 899 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,445 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,110 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 823 mm | 0 mm | 823 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,873 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,976 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 487 L | 561 L | -74 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,368 L | 19.8 | -18.8 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,852 L | 1,741 L | 1 L |
2010 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seat hugs in the right places without being cumbersome. Headrest position is much better than the midsize GM vehicles I test-drove (Chevy Traverse, GMC Acadia, Buick Enclave). see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Easy access to third row, good leg room in second and third row. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Access to the 3rd row is better than any other 7 passenger SUV I drove. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
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 |