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Toyota Matrix (2012) vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX (2014) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Toyota Matrix and 2014 Subaru Impreza / WRX specs.

2012 Toyota Matrix and 2014 Subaru Impreza / WRX Specifications

Model Year 2012 2014  
Model Toyota Matrix Subaru Impreza / WRX  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 102.4 in 104.1 in -1.7 in
Length 171.9 in 173.8 in -1.9 in
Width 69.5 in 68.5 in 1 in
Height 61.4 in 57.6 in 3.8 in
Curb Weight 2865 lb. 2911 lb. -46 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.2 gal. 14.6 gal. -1.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.5 in 39.7 in 0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.3 in 55.6 in -2.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 52.3 in 53.2 in -0.9 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.6 in 43.5 in -1.9 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.3 in 37.2 in 2.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 52.6 in 54.2 in -1.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2 43.7 in 52.2 in -8.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.2 in 35.4 in 0.8 in
Total Legroom 77.8 in (over 2 rows) 78.9 in (over 2 rows) -1.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 19.8 ft3 22.4 ft3 -2.6 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 61.5 ft3 49.7 ft3 11.8 ft3

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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 2014 Subaru Impreza / WRX

2014 Subaru Impreza / WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Hatch 148-horsepower 2.0L H4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
The lumbar support is slightly lacking for me, but I have dancer-like posture so it could just be my preference. The seats are very plush and well-designed otherwise... go sit in one. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX review
 
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