What are the differences between a two-box car and a three-box car?

[KennedyLee]

Three-box cars and two-box cars differ in structure and characteristics. Here are the specific details: Structural differences: The three-box car body structure consists of three separate enclosed "boxes" with different purposes: the front engine compartment, the middle passenger compartment, and the rear luggage compartment. In a two-box car, the cabin and trunk share the same compartment, while the engine is independently arranged. Characteristic differences: The three-box sedan has a high middle section and lower ends, appearing symmetrical from the side view. Its disadvantage is the longer body length, making parking less convenient. Two-box cars feature spacious rear doors, offering flexible and versatile usage. They provide excellent frontal collision protection. The two-box design extends the passenger compartment rearward at nearly equal height, combining the luggage compartment with the passenger compartment into one unit, reducing it to two "boxes": the engine compartment and the passenger compartment. When the rear seats are folded down, it offers significantly larger cargo space than three-box cars, suitable for transporting large household appliances and items.