| Model Year | 2010 | 2013 | |
| Model | Toyota Matrix | Volkswagen CC | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 106.7 in | -4.3 in |
| Length | 171.9 in | 188.9 in | -17 in |
| Width | 69.5 in | 73.0 in | -3.5 in |
| Height | 61.4 in | 55.8 in | 5.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 2865 lb. | 3329 lb. | -464 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -5.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 37.4 in | 3.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 56.0 in | -2.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 0.0 in | 52.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.6 in | 0 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 36.6 in | 2.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 54.7 in | -2.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.7 in | 0.0 in | 43.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 37.3 in | -1.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | -1.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.8 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | 6.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.5 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | 48.3 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 |
| 2013 Volkswagen CC Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Press reviews have talked about this. Great shape, and the pleather is comfy (not on hot summer days). see full Volkswagen CC review |
| 2013 Volkswagen CC Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
legroom is great but headroom is tight for over 6 foot see full Volkswagen CC review |