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2012 Toyota Matrix and 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
| Model | Toyota Matrix | Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 112.3 in | -9.9 in |
| Length | 171.9 in | 191.8 in | -19.9 in |
| Width | 69.5 in | 70.3 in | -0.8 in |
| Height | 61.4 in | 57.1 in | 4.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 2865 lb. | 3450 lb. | -585 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 16.0 gal. | -2.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 39.4 in | 1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 55.9 in | -2.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 53.0 in | -0.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.2 in | -0.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 37.2 in | 2.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 53.9 in | -1.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.7 in | 52.1 in | -8.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 37.6 in | -1.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | -2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.8 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 4.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.5 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 46.4 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Toyota Matrix
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The rear legroom and seat comfort are suitable for two adults on extended trips. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The Malibu seats have the comfort of a Lexus and the supportive nature of an Accord. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
during a six hour drive felt no fatigue see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 217-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear seat adjusts 7 inches, has recline feature and fold flat for additional storage. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 145-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I'm 6'5" and my wife is 5'0" - we can both drive this car comfortably. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
After driving this car for a half hour, my back was in pain. How absolutely useless on a roadtrip. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The front passenger seat is like sitting in a hole. It can be difficult to get out of. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I like the seating for the front seats. it fits me very good. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I tried the LS cloth, LT2 Ultralux, and LTZ leather seats...all of them were uncomfortable. Too little padding. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
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