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Toyota Matrix (2011) vs. Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen (2014) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Toyota Matrix and 2014 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen specs.

2011 Toyota Matrix and 2014 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Specifications

Model Year 2011 2014  
Model Toyota Matrix Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen  
Engine 2.4L I4
DOHC-4v
158 hp@6000
162 lb-ft@4000
2.5L I5
DOHC-4v
170 hp@5700
177 lb-ft@4250
 
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 102.4 in 101.5 in 0.9 in
Length 171.9 in 179.3 in -7.4 in
Width 69.5 in 70.1 in -0.6 in
Height 61.4 in 59.2 in 2.2 in
Curb Weight 3140 lb. 3285 lb. -145 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.2 gal. 14.5 gal. -1.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.5 in 38.4 in 2.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.3 in 54.8 in -1.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 52.3 in 0.0 in 52.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.6 in 41.1 in 0.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.3 in 38.1 in 1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 52.6 in 53.1 in -0.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2 43.7 in 0.0 in 43.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.2 in 35.5 in 0.7 in
Total Legroom 77.8 in (over 2 rows) 76.6 in (over 2 rows) 1.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 19.8 ft3 32.8 ft3 -13 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 61.5 ft3 66.9 ft3 -5.4 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Toyota Matrix

2011 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
2011 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 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen

2014 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Wagon turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
at 6' 3" the rear seating with sun roof is a little tight. If you are taller than me do not plan to spend much time in the rear. see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review
2013 4dr Wagon turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Nice seats. Love the heated front seats see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review
 
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