Is a 260 Speedometer a Good Car?

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VonCora
07/30/25 10:37am
If the maximum number on a car's speedometer is 260, it is not considered a high-end car. Many domestic cars have a maximum number of 260 on their speedometers. The maximum number on the speedometer being 260 does not mean the car's top speed can reach 260 kilometers per hour. In many supercars or performance cars, the maximum number on the speedometer is generally 300, and some cars can even go up to 340. More relevant information is as follows: 1. Electronic Speed Limiter Program: When a car is manufactured, the manufacturer programs an electronic speed limiter into the car. Many cars cannot exceed 250 kilometers per hour once they reach that speed. The top speed a car can achieve depends on the manufacturer's electronic speed limiter program and, more importantly, the car's design. 2. Note: If a car cannot withstand a speed of 400 kilometers per hour, even if the maximum number on the speedometer is 400, the car will not be able to reach that speed. Many ultra-luxury cars have a maximum speed of 250 kilometers per hour on their speedometers, so the highest speed indicated on the speedometer does not determine whether a car is high-end or low-end.
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