Big People: 09 vs. gen 1 - Damn, the 09 is smaller!

Nightstandvibe · Post by **Nightstandvibe** » Mon Nov 03, 2008 6:47 am

I rented an 09 today, and drove it 240 miles. Our 03 seems more comfortable, the 09 has me pretty cramped up. It feels like the seat does not go back as far, it needs about two more clicks back!

Caretaker · Post by **Caretaker** » Mon Nov 03, 2008 8:40 am

correct; the '09 is about 1/2 inch less leg room. It is amazing that I can tell that, but when you drive the two versions, you can tell. The dash is a lot higher on the -09 as well, and you cannot see the front of the car as easily. I wish they had increased the length of the car by 5 inches, rather than decreasing it by an inch. Nonetheless, the '09 is a far superior vehicle. I only hope that once I go on my first long trip with it, that I don't end up regretting my purchase.

ou.grizzly · Post by **ou.grizzly** » Mon Nov 03, 2008 10:03 am

Have to agree a bit. Seems the interior dash takes away from some knee room on the passenger side. And with the seat in a comfortable position, it takes away from leg room in the rear. There is actually more room in a Corolla than the Vibe/Matrix which is surprising. Looks like I will be holding out till January, may have to check out a Vue or CR-V.

Vibe2009 · Post by **Vibe2009** » Mon Nov 03, 2008 11:32 am

I am 6ft tall and find it very comfortable! Not sure about the backseat...

lowincash · Post by **lowincash** » Mon Nov 03, 2008 12:14 pm

actually i find the seating position pretty comfy...i only wish there's more room for my legs tho. i can't seem to find a comfortable resting position for my left foot while i'm driving.

Silversn95 · Post by **Silversn95** » Mon Nov 03, 2008 7:35 pm

I'm 6' 1" and find it acceptable as far as leg and shoulder room. I do wish for a little more foot room around the pedals though.

jake75 · Post by **jake75** » Tue Nov 04, 2008 9:10 am

Glad I am 5'7".

VibeBear · Post by **VibeBear** » Tue Nov 04, 2008 10:32 am

I'm 6'4" and about 300#. I have no big issues with room in my 09.Well, I did find it tight, until I discovered the seat height adjustment

DownTheShore · Post by **DownTheShore** » Thu Nov 06, 2008 3:53 pm

The seat height adjustment, in connection with the tilt wheel makes a difference, speaking as a taller and larger person.

Celtic_Curse · Post by **Celtic_Curse** » Fri Nov 07, 2008 5:34 am

Quote, originally posted by maxx4me Â» Nonetheless, the '09 is a far superior vehicle. Don't think so

Nightstandvibe · Post by **Nightstandvibe** » Fri Nov 07, 2008 12:17 pm

+1.We were supposed to get a brand new vibe when the employee pricing was around. We never drove a 09, just assumed that it would be more or less the same as our 03.I rent cars almost every week for my job. Anything from SUV's to suckstobeyou's. I am so glad they gave me a 09 to drive, because I will not buy one now. You would think they would cater to fat dumb Americans, but nope.Voice of soup nazi:"NO VIBE FOR YOU!"

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