| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | |
| Model | Toyota Matrix | Lexus GS | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 112.2 in | -9.8 in |
| Length | 171.3 in | 190.0 in | -18.7 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 71.7 in | -1.8 in |
| Height | 61.6 in | 56.1 in | 5.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 2679 lb. | 3704 lb. | -1025 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 18.8 gal. | -5.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 37.8 in | 2.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 56.3 in | -3.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.7 in | 54.4 in | -2.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 43.5 in | -1.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 37.0 in | 2.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 55.1 in | -2.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.8 in | 51.4 in | -3.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 36.4 in | -0.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | -1.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.8 ft3 | 12.7 ft3 | 9.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.2 ft3 | 12.7 ft3 | 40.5 ft3 |
| 2006 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
a lot of place, even for tall people. see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 130-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Lots of room in rear seats while both front seats are being used, enough room for 5 adults. see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2006 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
very uncomfortable and not ergonomic at all. especially with child sits. see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Were flat and didnt grip you well see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2006 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very good front seats with excellent back and head/neck spport for those of us who are spinally challengged. see full Lexus GS review |
| 2006 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 300-horsepower 4.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
comfortable but tight see full Lexus GS review |