What is the reason for the raised floor in the rear of the Envision S?
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The raised floor in the rear of the Envision S may be due to the placement of the driveshaft, exhaust system, etc. Placement of the driveshaft: This raised area in the rear is where the driveshaft is placed. Some four-wheel-drive vehicles also incorporate a driveshaft within the vehicle's structure. Especially for sedans, with limited body dimensions, comprehensive considerations lead to the need for interior layout to meet various requirements. The raised rear floor not only accommodates the driveshaft but may also house some wiring. Some models, even without a four-wheel-drive system or rear-wheel drive, still retain a raised rear floor, mainly to reserve space for potential future four-wheel-drive models. Placement of the exhaust system: For both sedans and SUVs, the chassis is generally not very high. If the rear floor were completely flat, there would be no space to place the exhaust system. If the rear floor were entirely flat, the exhaust pipe would have to be exposed under the chassis. If the chassis is too low, the exhaust pipe could easily drag on the ground, leading to wear and tear. The raised floor can affect the comfort of rear passengers, but compared to a completely flat floor, a raised rear floor has certain advantages. To some extent, it can enhance the vehicle's crash resistance, prevent chassis deformation, and allow for a relatively lower chassis, thereby improving the vehicle's stability and safety.
