What is the length of a sedan?
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Generally, the length of a sedan is around 4.8 meters. The relevant introduction about car length is as follows: Concept of car length: The distance between the two extreme points in the length direction of the car, that is, the distance from the most protruding position of the front bumper to the most protruding position of the rear bumper. Classification based on sedan length: Micro car (A00): length less than 3.7M; Subcompact car (A0): length less than 4.3M; Compact car (A): length less than 4.6M; Mid-size car (B): length less than 4.9M; Full-size car (C): length less than 5.1M; Luxury car (D): length greater than 5.1M.
As a regular car owner who has been driving for over a decade, I've noticed significant variations in sedan lengths that greatly impact daily parking and interior space. Compact sedans like the Toyota Corolla typically measure around 4.6 meters, making them easier to squeeze into tight urban parking spots, though passenger space can feel cramped when fully loaded. Mid-size models such as the Honda Accord reach 4.8 to 4.9 meters, offering more stable handling especially on highways with less body roll during turns - the tradeoff being the need for larger parking spaces, which often costs me extra time maneuvering in shopping malls. Shorter vehicles around 4 meters (subcompacts) tend to have better fuel efficiency, while longer sedans face higher aerodynamic drag and fuel consumption. Wheelbase (distance between axles) also scales with length, with longer wheelbases providing more legroom and comfort. Most sedans fall within the 4-5 meter range - choosing requires balancing your living area's congestion levels with family needs to avoid regrets.
