Model Year | 2023 | 2012 | |
Model | Volkswagen Tiguan | Toyota Matrix | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 184 hp@6000 221 lb-ft@1900 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.9 in | 102.4 in | 7.5 in |
Length | 186.1 in | 171.9 in | 14.2 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 69.5 in | 2.9 in |
Height | 66.4 in | 61.4 in | 5 in |
Curb Weight | 3856 lb. | 3360 lb. | 496 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.3 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 40.5 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.0 in | 53.3 in | 3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 52.3 in | 2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 41.6 in | -1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 39.3 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 52.6 in | 3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.5 in | 43.7 in | 9.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.6 in | 36.2 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 33.8 in | 0.0 in | 33.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 47.8 in | 0.0 in | 47.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 39.5 in | 0.0 in | 39.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 27.9 in | 0.0 in | 27.9 in |
Total Legroom | 104.7 in (over 3 rows) | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 26.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 19.8 ft3 | -7.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 33.0 ft3 | 19.8 | 13.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 65.3 ft3 | 61.5 ft3 | 3.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan.
2012 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 |
2012 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 |