What is the ground clearance of the Sagitar?

[MacJessica]

The ground clearance of the Sagitar is 108mm. It is a compact sedan jointly produced by FAW-Volkswagen, with body dimensions of 4753mm in length, 1800mm in width, and 1462mm in height. The wheelbase is 2731mm, and the curb weight is 1355kg. The Sagitar is equipped with a 1.2L turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, delivering a maximum horsepower of 116PS, a maximum power output of 85kW, and a peak torque of 175Nm. It is paired with a 5-speed manual transmission. The front suspension features a combination of MacPherson strut independent suspension at the front and a four-link independent suspension at the rear.

[StRyder]

I usually enjoy researching car specifications. The unladen minimum ground clearance of the Sagitar is approximately 130mm. This figure may vary slightly depending on the model year and configuration, such as differences in suspension tuning between older and newer models affecting the ride height. It's important to note that the minimum ground clearance determines the vehicle's off-road capability. While it's no problem going over speed bumps in the city, you need to be careful about scraping the undercarriage when driving on rough rural roads. I measured a friend's Sagitar, and the chassis sits lower when fully loaded—with the trunk packed full of luggage, it's down to about 120mm. I recommend having the mechanic check the underbody protection panel during maintenance, as gravelly roads can easily scrape the oil pan. For family sedans in this class, the ground clearance is generally similar, as a higher center of gravity would negatively impact cornering stability.

[Hannah]

As a seasoned driver with ten years of experience, I've driven the Sagitar through all kinds of road conditions. Actual measurements show a ground clearance of around 13 cm, depending on fuel tank fullness and tire wear. I often drive in urban-rural fringe areas, where this height is just enough to pass ordinary mud pits, but becomes dangerous when rainwater exceeds 15 cm. I remember once after a heavy rain when the road turned into a river - I immediately turned around when the water level reached the middle of the wheel hub. A modification shop suggested adding buffer rubber could increase clearance by 1-2 cm, but I declined as it would affect the factory suspension tuning. Actually, adequate ground clearance is sufficient - I'm more concerned about tire pressure monitoring. Before every long trip, I check the tire pressure, as insufficient pressure can reduce clearance by a few millimeters.

[EmeryFitz]

Last week, I accompanied a friend to pick up the new Sagitar and specifically measured the ground clearance. In an unloaded state, the lowest point of the exhaust pipe is 134mm from the ground, which is considered above average in its class. The salesperson mentioned that under full load, it would drop by about 10mm, with the rear suspension compressing more noticeably. Compared to the Toyota Corolla's 125mm and the Civic's 127mm, the Sagitar has a slight advantage in terms of passing ability. To improve clearance, you could switch to tires with a higher aspect ratio, such as changing from 215/60R16 to 225/55R17, which can increase ground clearance by 5mm. However, be aware that the speedometer may become inaccurate, and it might cause issues during annual inspections. For daily driving, the factory height is sufficient for 99% of road conditions.