How Wide is a Sedan Generally?

[DelRose]

A sedan is generally about 1.8 meters wide and approximately 4.8 meters long. Precautions to take during the break-in period of a new car include: 1. Warm up before starting: Turn the key to the second position and wait for 5 to 10 seconds before starting to protect the new car's engine; 2. Avoid emergency braking: Emergency braking can impact the braking system during the break-in period, increasing the load on the chassis and engine; 3. Avoid overloading: Running a new car at full capacity during the break-in period can damage the components; 4. Avoid long-distance trips: Taking long trips during the break-in period increases the engine's continuous working time, which can lead to component wear.

[LeAlex]

As someone who frequently helps neighbors move cars, I have practical experience with this issue. The width of ordinary family sedans is usually around 1.7 to 1.8 meters, such as common compact cars like the Corolla and Sylphy. Mid-size cars like the Camry can reach 1.85 meters, while luxury cars like the 5 Series may exceed 1.9 meters. Pay special attention to the side mirrors, which add about 20 centimeters in width—I learned this the hard way when my car got scratched in the garage last time. It's advisable to leave extra space for the side mirrors when parking, especially in older residential areas. Nowadays, new energy vehicles are getting wider, such as the Zeekr 001, which is over 2 meters wide, so it's essential to measure your parking space before buying.

[VonElle]

Having worked in an auto repair shop for years and handled thousands of vehicles, I've observed that sedan widths generally fall into three tiers. Compact models like the Fit measure around 1.7 meters, while SUV-inspired variants such as the Corolla Cross reach about 1.8 meters. Mid-size sedans predominantly span 1.85 meters, with the Accord's width perfectly fitting standard parking spaces. Luxury vehicles typically exceed 1.9 meters, especially German brands which favor wide-body designs. The most challenging repairs involve American pickup trucks - a 2-meter-wide Raptor often requires mirror removal just to enter the workshop gate. I recommend checking the 'overall width' specification rather than just body width when selecting a car, as it's more practical for real-world usage.

[DelMatteo]

This was considered in road design. The national standard limits the overall width of a sedan (including side mirrors) to 2.5 meters, but in reality, 95% of models are within 1.95 meters. Vehicles like the Wuling Hongguang MINIEV, which is only 1.46 meters wide, are particularly suitable for narrow alleys, while the Model S measures 1.96 meters. A little-known fact: folding the side mirrors reduces the width by 15%, which is why mechanical parking spaces in malls require folded mirrors. Recently, I helped a friend measure their garage—a 2.3-meter-wide parking space just fits a 2-meter-wide A6L with enough room to open the doors.