| Model Year | 2016 | 2012 | |
| Model | Subaru Crosstrek | Toyota Matrix | |
| Engine | 2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 148 hp@6200 145 lb-ft@4200 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.7 in | 102.4 in | 1.3 in |
| Length | 175.2 in | 171.9 in | 3.3 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 69.5 in | 0.6 in |
| Height | 63.6 in | 61.4 in | 2.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3186 lb. | 3360 lb. | -174 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 2.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.5 in | -0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 53.3 in | 2.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 52.3 in | -52.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 41.6 in | 1.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 39.3 in | -1.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.2 in | 52.6 in | 1.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 43.7 in | -43.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 36.2 in | -0.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 1.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 22.3 ft3 | 19.8 ft3 | 2.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 51.9 ft3 | 61.5 ft3 | -9.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Subaru Crosstrek.
| 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 |