| Model Year | 2006 | 2025 | |
| Model | Toyota Matrix | Toyota Prius | |
| Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 126 hp@6000 122 lb-ft@4200 |
2.0L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 150 hp@6000 139 lb-ft@4400 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed manual | CVT | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 108.3 in | -5.9 in |
| Length | 171.3 in | 181.1 in | -9.8 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 70.2 in | -0.3 in |
| Height | 61.6 in | 55.9 in | 5.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 2679 lb. | 3097 lb. | -418 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 11.3 gal. | 1.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 38.0 in | 2.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 55.3 in | -2.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.7 in | 54.7 in | -3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 43.2 in | -1.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 36.4 in | 3.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 52.8 in | -0.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.8 in | 51.7 in | -3.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 34.8 in | 1.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 0.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.8 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | -2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.2 ft3 | 50.4 ft3 | 2.8 ft3 |
| 2006 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 |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 130-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Lots of room in rear seats while both front seats are being used, enough room for 5 adults. see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2006 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2025 Toyota Prius.