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2012 Toyota Matrix and 2008 Dodge Caliber Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
| Model | Toyota Matrix | Dodge Caliber | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 103.7 in | -1.3 in |
| Length | 171.9 in | 173.8 in | -1.9 in |
| Width | 69.5 in | 68.8 in | 0.7 in |
| Height | 61.4 in | 60.4 in | 1 in |
| Curb Weight | 2865 lb. | 2966 lb. | -101 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 13.6 gal. | -0.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 40.0 in | 0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 54.2 in | -0.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 52.2 in | 0.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.8 in | -0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 38.9 in | 0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 53.4 in | -0.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.7 in | 49.6 in | -5.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 35.6 in | 0.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 0.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.8 ft3 | 18.5 ft3 | 1.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.5 ft3 | 48.0 ft3 | 13.5 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 Dodge Caliber
| 2008 Dodge Caliber Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD |
I have taken many long trips and the front seats never leave you with any discomfort when getting out. see full Dodge Caliber review |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD |
Plenty of room to stretch out. see full Dodge Caliber review |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Nicely shaped seats, roomy, feels much larger inside than it is. see full Dodge Caliber review |
| 2008 Dodge Caliber Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD |
With front seats all the way back, limited legroom. Not a big deal see full Dodge Caliber review |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD |
When front seats are sild back, very little leg room for passengers in back--even kids. see full Dodge Caliber review |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD |
Not enough rear knee room. Hard to enter and exit the back seat. see full Dodge Caliber review |
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