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2012 Toyota Matrix and 2009 Mazda RX-8 Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
| Model | Toyota Matrix | Mazda RX-8 | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 106.4 in | -4 in |
| Length | 171.9 in | 175.6 in | -3.7 in |
| Width | 69.5 in | 69.7 in | -0.2 in |
| Height | 61.4 in | 52.8 in | 8.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 2865 lb. | 3064 lb. | -199 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -2.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 38.2 in | 2.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 54.8 in | -1.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 53.3 in | -1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.7 in | -1.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 36.8 in | 2.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 54.9 in | -2.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.7 in | 48.1 in | -4.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 32.2 in | 4 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 2.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.8 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 12.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.5 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 53.9 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 Mazda RX-8
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Very comfortable Recaro seats, even on long drives. Larger people may not be comfortable so beware. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Given the RX-8's compact dimensions, you wouldn't expect rear seat space to be a strength. But thanks to clever packaging and a subtly high roofline, there is actually space for real adults in back, provided those up front are short or move their seats up somewhat. With a pair of pickup-like rear-opening "half" rear doors, ingress and egress for rear seat passengers is a snap. For those who want a sports car but have children or need to transport a few friends occassionally, the RX-8 fits the bill nicely. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
The R3 Recaro seats had side bolsters that were a bit tight for us. I am below average in size as a male, and my wife is also very small and we found the bolsters cut into our hips far more than was comfortable. The seats are racing oriented only. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
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