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Toyota Matrix (2012) vs. BMW 3-Series (2010) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Toyota Matrix and 2010 BMW 3-Series specs.

2012 Toyota Matrix and 2010 BMW 3-Series Specifications

Model Year 2012 2010  
Model Toyota Matrix BMW 3-Series  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 102.4 in 108.7 in -6.3 in
Length 171.9 in 178.2 in -6.3 in
Width 69.5 in 71.5 in -2 in
Height 61.4 in 55.8 in 5.6 in
Curb Weight 2865 lb. 3462 lb. -597 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.2 gal. 15.9 gal. -2.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.5 in 38.5 in 2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.3 in 55.4 in -2.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 52.3 in 0.0 in 52.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.6 in 41.5 in 0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.3 in 38.0 in 1.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 52.6 in 55.1 in -2.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2 43.7 in 0.0 in 43.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.2 in 34.6 in 1.6 in
Total Legroom 77.8 in (over 2 rows) 76.1 in (over 2 rows) 1.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 19.8 ft3 24.8 ft3 -5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 61.5 ft3 58.0 ft3 3.5 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Toyota Matrix

2012 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 BMW 3-Series

2010 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Relatively small back seat room. see full BMW 3-Series review
2010 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 tight and not too useful a space see full BMW 3-Series review
2010 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Rear seat room not as expansive as competitors. Trunk capacity could be better. see full BMW 3-Series review
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Tight for large people. Fine for kids. Smaller than a G37, much smaller than a Maxima. see full BMW 3-Series review
2009 0 Not much room in rear see if driver is 6 feet tall see full BMW 3-Series review
2009 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed manual AWD		 With a 6-foot driver, rear seat room is barely adequate for adults, for short trips. This is typical for this car segment, though. see full BMW 3-Series review
2009 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Limited for adults see full BMW 3-Series review
2009 4dr Sedan 414-horsepower 4.0L V8
7-speed automated manual RWD		 Wish the rear seats had 1" more legroom. see full BMW 3-Series review
 
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