| Model Year | 2010 | 2019 | |
| Model | Toyota Matrix | Toyota Corolla | |
| Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 132 hp@6000 128 lb-ft@4200 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 132 hp@6000 128 lb-ft@4400 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 7-speed shiftable CVT | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 106.3 in | -3.9 in |
| Length | 171.9 in | 182.6 in | -10.7 in |
| Width | 69.5 in | 69.9 in | -0.4 in |
| Height | 61.4 in | 57.3 in | 4.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 2865 lb. | 2820 lb. | 45 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 0 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 38.3 in | 2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 54.8 in | -1.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 53.0 in | -0.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 40.2 in | 1.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 37.1 in | 2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 54.8 in | -2.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.7 in | 43.9 in | -0.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 41.4 in | -5.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 81.6 in (over 2 rows) | -3.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.8 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 | 6.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.5 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 | 48.5 ft3 |
| 2010 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 |
| 2010 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 |
| 2019 Toyota Corolla Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2018 | 4dr Sedan 132-horsepower 1.8L I4 7-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Roomy for a small car, flat floor. see full Toyota Corolla review |