What is the length of the Wuling Zhiguang in meters?
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The dimensions of the Wuling Zhiguang are 3797mm/1510mm/1835mm and 3797mm/1510mm/1820mm, which are the official data. The length of the Wuling Zhiguang refers to the distance between two vertical planes perpendicular to the vehicle's longitudinal symmetry plane and touching the outermost protruding parts at the front and rear of the vehicle. The width refers to the distance between two planes parallel to the vehicle's longitudinal symmetry plane and touching the outermost rigid fixed protruding parts on both sides of the vehicle. The height refers to the distance between the highest point of the vehicle and the vehicle's supporting plane. The naturally aspirated engine of the Wuling Zhiguang has a maximum power of 56kW and a maximum torque of 108 N·m. This engine delivers a maximum horsepower of 76 and reaches its peak torque at 3600 to 4200 RPM. It is equipped with multi-point fuel injection technology and features an aluminum alloy cylinder head. The engine is paired with a 5-speed manual transmission. There are national regulations regarding vehicle dimensions. According to the national standard 'GB1589-89,' the total width of a vehicle does not include side mirrors. The limitation on vehicle width is designed to provide sufficient lateral clearance for overtaking between adjacent lanes. This means that, under national standards, the significance of vehicle width data lies in ensuring enough space during overtaking, preventing accidents due to excessive width or situations where road markings are narrower than the vehicle's width. Additionally, national regulations stipulate that the total width of a vehicle must not exceed 2.5 meters to comply with the requirements of public road usage.
I've been repairing cars for almost ten years and often get asked about the dimensions of the Wuling Zhiguang. The car is approximately 3.89 meters long, depending on the year and configuration. For example, the 2015 standard model was 3890mm, while the 2020 extended version grew to around 3940mm. This size is very practical for a microvan—the short wheelbase makes it nimble in turns, and it's convenient for navigating narrow alleys or hauling goods. Just the other day, I worked on a Wuling Zhiguang whose owner mentioned that its length was perfect for fitting into old residential garages, with room for seven or eight crates of fruit in the back while still leaving space for passengers. If it exceeded 4 meters, it would require an operating permit—Wuling was clever in designing it just right.