| Model Year | 2007 | 2006 | |
| Model | Toyota Matrix | Lexus GS | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,601 mm | 2,850 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,351 mm | 4,826 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,775 mm | 1,821 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,565 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,215 kg | 1,680 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 71 L | -21 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 960 mm | -959 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,351 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,313 mm | 1,382 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,062 mm | 1,105 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 940 mm | -939 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,336 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,214 mm | 1,306 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 922 mm | 925 mm | -3 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,029 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 617 L | 360 L | 257 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,506 L | 12.7 | -11.7 L |
| 2007 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 |
| 2007 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 |