| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
| Model | Toyota Matrix | Lexus RX | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,601 mm | 2,715 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,366 mm | 4,729 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,765 mm | 1,844 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,560 mm | 1,679 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,300 kg | 1,755 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 73 L | -23 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,029 mm | 1,001 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,354 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,328 mm | 1,412 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,057 mm | 1,080 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 998 mm | 980 mm | 18 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,336 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,110 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 919 mm | 925 mm | -6 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,976 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,004 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 561 L | 1,085 L | 560 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,741 L | 2,398 L | -1 L |
| 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 |
| 2009 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
rear seating and space is grand. front cockpit is a bit short and chopped but acceptable. Front seats are not as comfortable as in our 2001 RX 300. The front seats are minimally acceptable. see full Lexus RX review |