What does MPV car mean?

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Jayden
07/29/25 6:06am
MPV car refers to Multi-Purpose Vehicle, which evolved from station wagons, combining the spacious passenger area of station wagons, the comfort of sedans, and the functionality of vans. The main models of MPV include: Mercedes-Benz R-Class, Vito, Viano, Odyssey, Elysion, GL8, Multivan, Caravelle, etc. Taking GL8 as an example, its body dimensions are: length 5238mm, width 1878mm, height 1776mm, with a wheelbase of 3088mm. The GL8 is equipped with a 2.0L turbocharged engine, with a maximum power of 174kW and a maximum torque of 350Nm.
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Fitzgerald
08/12/25 9:35am
MPVs are the ultimate family haulers, as I discovered after upgrading to an Odyssey when my second child arrived. The most noticeable perk? Three rows of genuinely spacious seating! It effortlessly handles school runs with two kids plus weekend dinners with four grandparents – seven passengers onboard without feeling cramped. The sliding doors are a game-changer: no more worrying about dinging adjacent cars in tight parking spots or kids bumping their heads. The trunk swallows strollers and camping gear whole, while second-row seats even swivel 360° for face-to-face interaction. Just be prepared for boat-like handling – anticipate curves early. Pro tip for buyers: check step-in height; power running boards make life easier for elderly passengers.
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