What is the ground clearance of the Honda Vezel?
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The ground clearance of the Honda Vezel is 170MM. The Vezel adopts a front MacPherson suspension structure, which is a mainstream suspension layout. Its advantages include occupying less space, facilitating the layout of the engine compartment, and the lower control arm is made of steel. The front suspension subframe is a full-frame steel subframe, equipped with an engine underguard and an aluminum heat shield in the engine compartment. The lower control arm is connected to the subframe via rubber bushings. More details are as follows: 1. Generally, the ground clearance of a sedan should be between 130mm and 200mm, which prevents scraping the chassis when encountering small potholes. However, overall, the ground clearance of sedans is relatively low, mostly below 150mm. 2. According to relevant regulations, the minimum ground clearance refers to the distance from the lowest point of the chassis components (excluding wheels and suspension) to the ground when the vehicle is fully loaded and stationary. In fact, ground clearance has both advantages and disadvantages. Vehicles with higher ground clearance, such as full-size SUVs, have better off-road capability, while sedans with lower ground clearance are more prone to scraping the chassis.
I've driven the Honda Vezel for a while and found its chassis quite sturdy, with a ground clearance of around 170mm. In urban driving, it feels very stable going over speed bumps without much scraping, and climbing curbs is quite effortless. However, on rough roads or rural paths, the clearance becomes a bit challenging - deeper mud pits might slightly scrape the undercarriage, requiring careful driving. Compared to other SUVs like the Haval H6 with a taller 180mm clearance, the Vezel's 170mm is fairly standard - adequate for daily commuting but if you frequently drive mountain roads or off-road, adding underbody protection would be advisable. Overall, it's very suitable for city driving with agile steering and low fuel consumption.
