How are SUVs classified?
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SUVs are classified based on their size, and can be divided into subcompact SUVs, compact SUVs, midsize SUVs, and full-size SUVs. Their respective body dimensions are as follows: 1. Subcompact SUVs have a wheelbase below 2500mm and a body length less than 4200mm; 2. Compact SUVs have a wheelbase between 2500mm and 2700mm, and a body length between 4200mm and 4600mm; 3. Midsize SUVs have a wheelbase between 2700mm and 2900mm, and a body length between 4600mm and 4800mm; 4. Full-size SUVs have a wheelbase between 2800mm and 3000mm, and a body length between 4800mm and 5000mm.
From a practical car-buying experience perspective, SUV classifications primarily depend on size and functionality. Compact SUVs like the Honda XR-V and Toyota C-HR are around 4.4 meters in length, making them particularly suitable for women commuting in the city, with easy turning and parking. Compact models such as the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4 are approximately 4.6 meters long, offering enough rear seat space for three people without feeling cramped, and the trunk can fit a stroller. Mid-size SUVs like the Highlander allow flexible switching between 5-seat and 7-seat configurations, effortlessly accommodating family trips with tents and grills. Full-size SUVs such as the Touareg feature a third row that can seat adults, with a trunk capable of holding four or five suitcases. Finally, professional off-road vehicles like the Wrangler come with high ground clearance and a ladder frame, specifically designed for rock crawling and mud traversing.
