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2012 Toyota Matrix and 2009 Honda Civic Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
| Model | Toyota Matrix | Honda Civic | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 106.3 in | -3.9 in |
| Length | 171.9 in | 176.7 in | -4.8 in |
| Width | 69.5 in | 69.0 in | 0.5 in |
| Height | 61.4 in | 56.5 in | 4.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 2865 lb. | 2628 lb. | 237 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 0 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 39.4 in | 1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 53.7 in | -0.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 51.9 in | 0.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.2 in | -0.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 37.4 in | 1.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 52.4 in | 0.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.7 in | 51.0 in | -7.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 34.6 in | 1.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.8 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 7.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.5 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 49.5 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 2009 Honda Civic
| 2009 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
unbelievable much room on the rear seats see full Honda Civic review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Good lumbar and side support, nicely adjustable seat and wheel. Shifter is very close to the wheel. Fits me like a glove, but my wife does find the seatback slightly tall. see full Honda Civic review |
| 2009 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Driver seat is uncomfortable. Not upright enough. Not a great seat for correct posture. see full Honda Civic review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Seats were rock hard(in summer) see full Honda Civic review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
very poor AC performance during hot weather see full Honda Civic review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
not able to fit a rear facing child seat, or very difficult to fit it. we had to even find a small size one. see full Honda Civic review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
It took me a long time to find a comfortable driving position in this car. It may because of the low seat. I was finally (mostly) successful, but it took a long time to find it, and it is very different than my typical driving position. Also, not great on long trips -- the seat is generally supportive, but it starts to break down a few hours in. see full Honda Civic review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
No access from trunk area. Also, very strong chemical smell in vehicle...off gassing from fabrics. The prius did not have near the smell. see full Honda Civic review |
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