| Model Year | 2012 | 2016 | |
| Model | Toyota Matrix | Audi Q3 | |
| Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 102.5 in | -0.1 in |
| Length | 171.9 in | 172.8 in | -0.9 in |
| Width | 69.5 in | 72.1 in | -2.6 in |
| Height | 61.4 in | 62.6 in | -1.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3065 lb. | 3494 lb. | -429 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 16.9 gal. | -3.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 37.0 in | 3.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 55.8 in | -2.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 0.0 in | 52.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 40.0 in | 1.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 37.4 in | 1.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 53.6 in | -1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.7 in | 0.0 in | 43.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 31.1 in | 5.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 71.1 in (over 2 rows) | 6.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.8 ft3 | 16.7 ft3 | 3.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.5 ft3 | 48.2 ft3 | 13.3 ft3 |
| 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Audi Q3.