What is the ground clearance of the Song Plus DM-i?
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The minimum ground clearance of the Song Plus DM-i is 160mm. Minimum ground clearance refers to the distance between the lowest point of the vehicle (excluding the wheels) and the supporting surface when the vehicle is fully loaded and stationary. It is used to indicate the vehicle's ability to pass over obstacles such as rocks and tree stumps without collision. The following are the advantages and disadvantages of ground clearance size: 1. The smaller the ground clearance, the worse the ability to overcome obstacles. Sedans generally travel on flat urban roads, so they have smaller ground clearance. Off-road vehicles have larger minimum ground clearance to overcome larger obstacles. 2. The larger the minimum ground clearance, the stronger the vehicle's ability to pass over obstacles or uneven ground, but the higher center of gravity reduces stability. The smaller the minimum ground clearance, the weaker the vehicle's ability to pass over obstacles or uneven ground, but the lower center of gravity can increase stability.
I've been driving the Song PLUS DM-i for about a year now, and it handles potholes during my daily commute just fine. The official ground clearance is around 160mm when unloaded, and drops to about 150mm when fully loaded with passengers and luggage. This height easily clears standard curbs, and the undercarriage doesn't scrape on unpaved dirt roads. Last time I went camping in the suburbs, I drove through a waterlogged section about 15cm deep without any issues. However, since the battery pack is located in the middle of the chassis in pure electric models, you need to be extra careful of sharp rocks. Overall, it's taller than many sedans but not as bulky as rugged SUVs, making it a city SUV with decent off-road capability.
