What is the ground clearance of the Buick GL8?
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GL8 unloaded chassis is 160mm, the minimum ground clearance of the old model is 144mm, and the new model is 147mm. Minimum ground clearance: The minimum ground clearance of the Buick GL8 is 143 millimeters. Chassis height, which is the minimum ground clearance, defines the vertical distance from the bottom of the car to the ground when the car is fully loaded. The front suspension of the Buick GL8 adopts a MacPherson independent suspension, while the rear suspension is a torsion beam non-independent suspension. Stability: The chassis height of family cars is generally no less than 110mm and no more than 150mm. According to this parameter analysis of cars, if the chassis height exceeds 13cm, the car is easier to pass through various complex road surfaces, but the high-speed stability is poor. If the chassis height is lower than 110mm, the car will have better stability at high speeds, but the downside is that the passability will be reduced.
The ground clearance of the Buick GL8 is typically around 145mm, which I find quite suitable for an MPV. Having driven this model for a while, it handles small bumps and potholes in the city with ease, and the chassis rarely scrapes. The clearance design ensures a smooth ride and easy entry and exit, especially making family trips feel safe and comfortable. However, extra caution is needed on particularly rough muddy roads. There might be slight variations between different models, such as a few millimeters more in some higher-end versions of certain years. Overall, the 145mm clearance gives the GL8 excellent passability among MPVs without compromising handling stability, making it effortless for daily commutes and short trips.
