What is the minimum ground clearance of the Xingyue L?
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The minimum ground clearance of the Xingyue L is 168mm. The minimum ground clearance of the Xingyue L refers to the distance between the lowest point (excluding the wheels) and the supporting plane, which indicates the vehicle's ability to pass over obstacles such as rocks and tree stumps without collision. A higher ground clearance of the Xingyue L improves its off-road capability, but if the ground clearance is too high, the stability at high speeds may decrease. The Xingyue L is a compact SUV under Geely Auto. The length, width, and height of the Xingyue L are 4770mm, 1895mm, and 1689mm respectively, with a wheelbase of 2845mm. Generally, the ground clearance of sedans ranges between 110mm and 150mm, while SUVs have a ground clearance between 200mm and 250mm. However, the ground clearance of the Xingyue L is not static; it also depends on the load condition. Therefore, changes in ground clearance should be considered based on the Xingyue L's load variations. When selecting a vehicle, ground clearance can be one of the reference factors. The choice should depend on the vehicle's intended use and road conditions. For urban areas with well-paved roads, a vehicle with lower ground clearance can enhance stability and comfort. If the vehicle will frequently travel to remote areas or regions with poor road conditions, a higher ground clearance may be preferred to avoid damage to the undercarriage.
The official minimum ground clearance for the Xingyue L is 210mm, measured under unladen conditions. In actual use, the chassis height is affected by load—for example, when fully loaded with luggage or passengers, the clearance will noticeably decrease. I always pay extra attention to this while driving, especially when crossing concrete speed bumps in villages, where I sometimes hear slight scraping sounds. It's advisable not to park too close to curbs; for instance, those 15cm-high roadside edges can be mounted with difficulty but may easily scrape the front lip. Modifying the suspension to raise it can increase clearance to around 230mm, though this may affect the original tuning's handling stability.
As an owner who frequently drives on unpaved roads, I measured the ground clearance of the Xingyue L to be just over 200 mm when unloaded, which is slightly higher than many urban SUVs. Last week, I took it camping, and it handled muddy roads well even when fully loaded, but I had to approach large dirt slopes at an angle to prevent scraping the undercarriage. I installed underbody armor plates right after purchasing the car, as the lower edge of the engine compartment is the most vulnerable part. During routine maintenance, remember to regularly clear small stones from the tire mudguards, as accumulated debris can affect actual off-road capability.