What is the ground clearance of the Honda Civic?
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Unloaded approximately 14.1 cm, minimum 10.5 cm when fully loaded. The Civic's ground clearance of 175 is within the normal range. Below is an introduction to the automotive chassis: Chassis: The chassis refers to the combination of the four major systems in a car - the transmission system, running gear, steering system, and braking system. It supports and installs the car's engine and its various components and assemblies, shaping the overall structure of the vehicle, bearing the engine's power, and ensuring normal operation. Function: The chassis supports and installs the car's engine and its various components and assemblies, forming the overall structure of the vehicle and receiving power from the engine. Main brands: Most chassis armors on the market are foreign brands, mainly including: American Goldshield, 3M, German UNIKS, German Henkel, Würth, Honeywell, Leipeng, Guter, Boli, etc.
In my daily driving, I often notice the ground clearance of the Honda Civic, which is typically advertised between 125mm and 135mm, depending on the model year. For example, the newer generation might be around 130mm. Driving it on city roads is quite smooth—handling speed bumps or small potholes isn't an issue. However, you need to be cautious during rain or on rural roads with deep potholes, as scraping the undercarriage becomes a risk. I've test-driven a friend's car and felt this height is very friendly for regular commuters—it doesn’t compromise handling and even helps with fuel efficiency. But if you modify it with larger tires, stability might actually decrease. Overall, it strikes a balanced point for road driving; don’t expect it to perform like an SUV off-road.
