What does SUV mean for cars?

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LeIsla
07/24/25 6:15pm
SUV stands for Sport Utility Vehicle. Here is some additional information: Characteristics of SUV: It has strong power, off-road capability, spacious comfort, and good cargo and passenger functions. The difference between SUV and ORV: The most significant feature of Off-Road Vehicles (ORV) is their strong passing ability, along with certain cargo capacity, but their sportiness and comfort are not prominent. After enhancing these shortcomings of ORVs, they can be called SUVs. SUVs combine the functions of ORVs and can also be driven in cities without losing style, meaning they are off-road vehicles that can be driven in cities. The development of SUVs: As a model favored by the emerging urban car-buying population, SUVs have become the main force in the growth of the automobile market in recent years. Although the development of SUVs has gone through several ups and downs, as an important force in the automobile market, the SUV market competition is not yet fully developed. Whether in terms of the product itself or the manufacturers' market development, the market potential is far from reaching its limit, and there is still significant room for improvement.
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MaryRose
08/11/25 10:07am
I was also very curious about SUVs before and did a lot of research. Simply put, SUV stands for Sports Utility Vehicle, meaning a sporty and multi-purpose vehicle. This type of car has a higher chassis than sedans, providing a better view when driving and preventing the chassis from scraping on bumpy roads. The body is designed to be tall and spacious, with a particularly roomy trunk that can easily fit camping gear or strollers. I once drove a friend's Highlander to go skiing, and the four-wheel-drive system was incredibly stable in the snow—it felt like driving a tank. However, the fuel consumption is higher than that of sedans, and parking can be a bit more challenging. Nowadays, many families prefer to buy SUVs because they are suitable for daily commutes as well as weekend trips with the family.
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