What are the body dimensions of the Volkswagen Santana?
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The length, width, and height dimensions of the Volkswagen Santana are 4475mm/1706mm/1469mm, which are official data. The length of the Volkswagen Santana refers to the distance between two vertical planes perpendicular to the vehicle's longitudinal symmetry plane and touching the outermost protruding parts at the front and rear of the vehicle; the width refers to the distance between two planes parallel to the vehicle's longitudinal symmetry plane and touching the outermost rigid fixed protruding parts on both sides of the vehicle; the height refers to the distance between the highest point of the vehicle and the supporting plane of the vehicle. The naturally aspirated engine of the Volkswagen Santana has a maximum power of 82kW and a maximum torque of 145Nm. This engine reaches its maximum power at 6100 RPM and its maximum torque at 4000 RPM. It is equipped with multi-point fuel injection technology and uses an aluminum alloy cylinder head and block. This engine is paired with a manual transmission (MT). There are national regulations regarding vehicle dimensions. According to the national standard 'GB1589-89,' the total width of a vehicle does not include side mirrors. The limitation on vehicle width is to provide sufficient lateral clearance for overtaking between adjacent lanes. In other words, the significance of vehicle width data in national standards is to ensure enough space during overtaking, preventing accidents due to excessive width or situations where road markings are narrower than the vehicle's width. Additionally, national regulations stipulate that the total width of a vehicle must not exceed 2.5m to meet the usage requirements of public roads.
I recently bought a Volkswagen Santana and was impressed by its dimensions—approximately 4.5 meters in length, around 1.7 meters in width, and a bit over 1.4 meters in height. It handles very nimbly in the city, making parking effortless and maneuvering through narrow alleys a breeze. The interior space is thoughtfully designed, with spacious rear seats that comfortably accommodate three people without leg crowding. The trunk is also quite deep, easily fitting a large suitcase and miscellaneous items for weekend getaways. The car's height is just right, eliminating the need to bend when getting in or out, making it convenient for elderly passengers and children. The well-balanced dimensions contribute to fuel efficiency, keeping costs low. Overall, the car strikes a perfect balance between practicality and driving enjoyment, making it ideal for daily commutes and short trips, especially for office workers like me. I also noticed the optimized drag coefficient, which ensures stable performance at high speeds.
