What is the general width of a car in millimeters?

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VanIsla
07/30/25 2:55am
Car widths typically range between 1600mm and 2000mm. Generally, the front wheel arches mark the widest point of a car, with the recognized maximum width being 2 meters. Width primarily affects seating space and maneuverability. For passenger vehicles, if three seats are to be arranged side by side with sufficient width, the car's width usually needs to reach 1.8m. The Japanese government imposes stricter limits on car width, with most vehicles being under 1.8m, while European cars tend to have wider bodies. Additional information: The structure of a car body mainly includes the body shell (body-in-white), doors, windows, front sheet metal components, interior and exterior trim, body accessories, seats, as well as ventilation, heating, cooling, and air conditioning systems. For trucks and specialized vehicles, it also includes the cargo compartment and other equipment.
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