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What is the difference in ground clearance between urban SUVs and sedans?

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DeEloise

07/25/25 2:48am

Urban SUVs and sedans generally have a ground clearance difference of 30-40mm. Impact of minimum ground clearance: The greater the minimum ground clearance, the stronger the vehicle's ability to pass over obstacles or uneven ground, but the higher the center of gravity, which reduces stability; the smaller the minimum ground clearance, the weaker the vehicle's ability to pass over obstacles or uneven ground, but the lower the center of gravity, which can increase stability. Design of minimum ground clearance: The design of minimum ground clearance must consider the passability of loading and unloading platforms during transportation, as well as the possibility that sedans will not scrape when approaching the edge of sidewalks. If the vehicle is restricted to sales in a specific country or region, local road quality must also be considered. At the same time, the value of minimum ground clearance has certain limitations, as it is related to vehicle function and aerodynamics. For example, sports cars have relatively small minimum ground clearance, while SUVs have relatively large minimum ground clearance.

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OMalachi

08/10/25 4:44pm

I've been driving for several years, often traveling in both urban and suburban areas, and I feel that SUVs indeed have a significantly higher ground clearance than sedans, typically by about 5 to 10 centimeters. For example, common models like the Honda CR-V or Toyota RAV4 have a ground clearance of around 20 centimeters, while sedans like the Toyota Camry or Honda Accord are only about 15 centimeters. Driving an SUV gives the feeling of being higher off the ground, with less bumpiness when going over potholes or speed bumps, but the vehicle feels less stable when turning, and fuel consumption is also slightly higher. Last winter, when I took a sedan on a trip to the mountains, the low ground clearance made it prone to scraping the bottom in the snow, which wasn't an issue with an SUV. Choosing the wrong car for such conditions could be quite troublesome. Overall, buying a city SUV is mainly for better ground clearance and peace of mind while driving, but if you only drive on flat roads, a sedan is more fuel-efficient and offers better handling.

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