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Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | |
Model | Saab 9-3 | Toyota Matrix | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 210 hp@5500 221 lb-ft@2500 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.3 in | 102.4 in | 2.9 in |
Length | 183.2 in | 171.9 in | 11.3 in |
Width | 69.4 in | 69.5 in | -0.1 in |
Height | 60.6 in | 61.4 in | -0.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3320 lb. | 3065 lb. | 255 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 3.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 40.5 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 53.3 in | 3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 52.3 in | -52.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.6 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 39.3 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 52.6 in | 2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 43.7 in | -43.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.1 in | 36.2 in | -1.1 in |
Total Legroom | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | -0.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.7 ft3 | 19.8 ft3 | 9.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.3 ft3 | 61.5 ft3 | 10.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Saab 9-3.
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 |