

Model Year | 2016 | 2012 | |
Model | Subaru WRX | Toyota Matrix | |
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Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 102.4 in | 1.9 in |
Length | 180.9 in | 171.9 in | 9 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 69.5 in | 1.2 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 61.4 in | -3.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3267 lb. | 2865 lb. | 402 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 | 52.2 in | 52.3 in | -0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.3 in | 41.6 in | 1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 39.3 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.2 in | 52.6 in | 1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 43.7 in | 9.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 36.2 in | -0.8 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 0.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 19.8 ft3 | -7.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.0 ft3 | 61.5 ft3 | -49.5 ft3 |
2016 Subaru WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2015 | The Subaru WRX has always been fun to drive. But it used to be cramped inside, especially in the back seat. This is no longer an issue. The new car has more rear seat legroom than the one-size-up Legacy had during its 2005-2009 glory days. Unless your friends and family are tall, they'll fit in back. While the GTI's back seat is nearly as roomy, the Focus ST's isn't in the same ballpark. If you want rear air vents for your passengers, though, you'll have to get the VW or the Ford. Subaru doesn't offer them in the WRX. see full Subaru WRX review |
2016 Subaru WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 268hp 2.0L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
Anyone whose owned a previous-gen WRX knows rear seat space, especially leg room, as "OK" at best. Subaru has revised the rear seats to where there is now more leg room for the lucky passengers in the rear. With the driver seat adjusted to how I sit (I'm 6-feet tall and have a more upright seating position), there is about 1.5 inches of space between my knees and the driver seat back (vs. no space on the previous gen!). Comfort is pretty good, although the seats take on more of a lean on the seat back, which may/may not jive well with your passengers backs. see full Subaru WRX review |
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 |