What is the ground clearance of the BMW 3 Series?
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110mm to 150mm. Below is extended content: This mid-size car from BMW Brilliance adopts a double-joint spring strut front suspension at the front axle and a multi-link independent suspension at the rear, with a chassis height (minimum ground clearance) of 138mm. The minimum ground clearance of a car, often referred to as chassis height, is the distance between the car's chassis and the ground when the vehicle is at maximum load capacity. The minimum ground clearance reflects the car's ability to pass over obstacles or uneven terrain. In previous standards, chassis height was regulated to be approximately between 150mm and 160mm, but current standards have eliminated this mandatory requirement. Theoretically, the minimum ground clearance of a sedan, commonly known as chassis height, typically ranges between 110mm and 150mm. From the characteristics of sedans, a larger ground clearance (exceeding 130mm) generally improves off-road capability, but at the cost of slightly reduced stability at higher speeds. Conversely, a ground clearance below 110mm enhances high-speed stability but compromises performance on complex road surfaces. Nowadays, some cars are equipped with air suspension systems that can automatically adjust chassis height in real-time, perfectly balancing both stability and off-road capability.
