Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
Model | Toyota Matrix | Buick Regal | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 107.8 in | -5.4 in |
Length | 171.9 in | 190.2 in | -18.3 in |
Width | 69.5 in | 73.1 in | -3.6 in |
Height | 61.4 in | 58.4 in | 3 in |
Curb Weight | 2865 lb. | 3600 lb. | -735 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 18.0 gal. | -4.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 38.8 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 56.7 in | -3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 55.4 in | -3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.1 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 36.8 in | 2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 54.4 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.7 in | 52.3 in | -8.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 37.3 in | -1.1 in |
Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | -1.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.8 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | 5.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.5 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | 47.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Toyota Matrix.
2012 Buick Regal Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 270hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Major seven hour trip in total comfort for both of us. Not one ache or pain or "I gotta get out of this car" see full Buick Regal review |
2012 Buick Regal Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 270hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Since the car came from Opel (EU), it is naturally made for smaller fold. The rear is comfortable, just a little lacking in legroom at times. see full Buick Regal review |