Toyota Matrix Toyota Matrix 2012 Hyundai Genesis Hyundai Genesis 2009

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Toyota Matrix (2012) vs. Hyundai Genesis (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Toyota Matrix and 2009 Hyundai Genesis specs.

2012 Toyota Matrix and 2009 Hyundai Genesis Specifications

Model Year 2012 2009  
Model Toyota Matrix Hyundai Genesis  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 102.4 in 115.6 in -13.2 in
Length 171.9 in 195.9 in -24 in
Width 69.5 in 73.4 in -3.9 in
Height 61.4 in 58.3 in 3.1 in
Curb Weight 2865 lb. 3748 lb. -883 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.2 gal. 19.3 gal. -6.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.5 in 40.4 in 0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.3 in 58.3 in -5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 52.3 in 54.3 in -2 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.6 in 44.3 in -2.7 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.3 in 37.7 in 1.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 52.6 in 57.9 in -5.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 43.7 in 54.3 in -10.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.2 in 38.6 in -2.4 in
Total Legroom 77.8 in (over 2 rows) 82.9 in (over 2 rows) -5.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 19.8 ft3 15.9 ft3 3.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 61.5 ft3 15.9 ft3 45.6 ft3

Return to top

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Toyota Matrix

2012 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 Hyundai Genesis

2009 Hyundai Genesis Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.8L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Few cars offer the marriage of rear wheel drive performance with this amount of back seat room for the longer ride (travelling) with 4 adults. see full Hyundai Genesis review
2010 4dr Sedan 375-horsepower 4.6L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Very supportive, easily adjusted for that "just right" feeling. Very comfortable for extended periods of time. see full Hyundai Genesis review
2010 4dr Sedan 375-horsepower 4.6L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Very comfortable and supportive seats see full Hyundai Genesis review
2009 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.8L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Lots of room without sacrificing rear seat room. see full Hyundai Genesis review
2009 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.8L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
No discomfort noted on several trips of 250+ miles. Adjustable lumbar support is very nice (not just in/out, but also up/down). see full Hyundai Genesis review
2009 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.8L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Lots of leg room and width. Air conditioning and heat controls that can be controlled separately from the front passengers choices. Rear window shade. see full Hyundai Genesis review
2009 Hyundai Genesis Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan 375-horsepower 4.6L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
almost Teutonic front seats see full Hyundai Genesis review
2009 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.8L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
First, I am a tall person and the seatbelt height adjustment does not go high enough, so if an accident should occur I believe that the shoulder belt will slip off. Also, the seats could be built more comfortable, more sporty. see full Hyundai Genesis review
 
See TrueDelta's information for all Hatchbacks
See TrueDelta's information for all Toyota models.