How Much Weight Can a Car Trunk Bear?
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The weight-bearing capacity of a car trunk varies depending on the vehicle model. Generally, the trunk load of a sedan is about 125 kilograms, while that of a compact car is less than 80 kilograms, and an SUV's trunk can bear approximately 1000 kilograms. You can refer to the vehicle manual for the specific load capacity of your car's trunk. Long-term overloading of the trunk can cause serious damage to the vehicle. Excessive load forces the car engine to operate under strain, thereby reducing its lifespan and increasing fuel consumption. Moreover, due to the excessive weight in the trunk, the overall driving performance of the car decreases, significantly raising the probability of losing control when going uphill or downhill. If overweight items are not unloaded in time, it can also accelerate tire wear and the wear of car components during driving. Therefore, it is advisable to avoid placing overloaded items in the trunk.