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Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2013) vs. Toyota Matrix (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2011 Toyota Matrix specs.

2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2011 Toyota Matrix Specifications

Model Year 2013 2011  
Model Volkswagen Golf / GTI Toyota Matrix  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 101.5 in 102.4 in -0.9 in
Length 165.4 in 171.9 in -6.5 in
Width 70.3 in 69.5 in 0.8 in
Height 58.3 in 61.4 in -3.1 in
Curb Weight 2968 lb. 2865 lb. 103 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.5 gal. 13.2 gal. 1.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.3 in 40.5 in -1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.7 in 53.3 in 1.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 52.3 in -52.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.2 in 41.6 in -0.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.5 in 39.3 in -0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 52.8 in 52.6 in 0.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 43.7 in -43.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.5 in 36.2 in -0.7 in
Total Legroom 76.7 in (over 2 rows) 77.8 in (over 2 rows) -1.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 15.0 ft3 19.8 ft3 -4.8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 46.0 ft3 61.5 ft3 -15.5 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI

2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
 

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
 
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