What is the Minimum Ground Clearance?
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It 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. Relevant introduction to minimum ground clearance: The design of the minimum ground clearance must consider the passability when loading and unloading on transport platforms, as well as the possibility of avoiding scratches when the car is close to the edge of ordinary sidewalks. If the vehicle is restricted to sales in a specific country or region, the local road quality conditions must also be taken into account. The value of the minimum ground clearance has certain limitations, which are related to the vehicle's function and aerodynamics. For example, sports cars usually have a smaller minimum ground clearance, while SUVs have a larger one. Generally speaking, the minimum ground clearance for sedans ranges between 110 mm and 150 mm. For sedans, a larger ground clearance (over 130 mm) provides relatively better passability but poorer high-speed stability; a smaller ground clearance (below 110 mm) offers better high-speed stability but poorer passability. Nowadays, models equipped with air suspension can automatically adjust the ground clearance, better meeting the dual needs of passability and high-speed stability.
