Model Year | 2012 | 2014 | |
Model | Toyota Matrix | Chevrolet Cruze | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 132 hp@6000 128 lb-ft@4200 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 123 lb-ft@3800 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 105.7 in | -3.3 in |
Length | 171.9 in | 181.0 in | -9.1 in |
Width | 69.5 in | 70.7 in | -1.2 in |
Height | 61.4 in | 58.1 in | 3.3 in |
Curb Weight | 2965 lb. | 3102 lb. | -137 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 15.6 gal. | -2.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 39.3 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 54.8 in | -1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 53.0 in | -0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.3 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 37.9 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 53.9 in | -1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.7 in | 52.4 in | -8.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 35.4 in | 0.8 in |
Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 77.7 in (over 2 rows) | 0.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.8 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 4.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.5 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 46.5 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 |
2014 Chevrolet Cruze Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Cruze's rear seat is among the tightest in a compact sedan, and the diesel engine doesn't affect this. Though rear seat headroom is abundant, adults will feel a bit cramped even behind a driver of average height. The Jetta's rear seat has a little less headroom but far more legroom. So the best option depends on whether your rear seat passengers have long legs or long torsos. see full Chevrolet Cruze review |
2014 Chevrolet Cruze Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat legroom is a bit tight with the front seats fully back. see full Chevrolet Cruze review |