What is the typical speed of a sedan?
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In China, the speed limit on most highways is 120 km/h; the speed limit on national highways is generally 80-60 km/h; and the speed limit on urban streets is usually 40-30 km/h. Here is some additional information: 1. Highways: Highways should indicate the driving speed of each lane, with the maximum speed not exceeding 120 km/h and the minimum speed not being lower than 60 km/h. 2. Lanes: For roads with 2 lanes in the same direction, the minimum speed of the left lane is 100 km/h; for roads with 3 or more lanes in the same direction, the minimum speed of the leftmost lane is 110 km/h, and the minimum speed of the middle lane is 90 km/h. If the speed limit indicated by road signs is inconsistent with the above lane speed regulations, the speed limit indicated by the road signs should be followed.
In the city, driving a sedan usually means going around 40-50 km/h, which is the safest speed for my daily commute in urban areas. On expressways, it's typically 70-80 km/h, and on highways, I usually stick to the 120 km/h speed limit. The difference in road conditions is quite significant—during rush hours in the morning and evening, even hitting 30 km/h is considered good. Small-displacement cars can hardly exceed 160 km/h even with the pedal to the metal, unless it's a sports car. The key is to watch the dashboard and avoid speeding—safety always comes first.
The speed of a family sedan varies depending on the situation. For example, I drive at most 40 when picking up my child from school, around 70 on empty suburban roads feels most comfortable, and on the highway, I usually stick to the speed limit of 120. Pushing the accelerator harder can reach 140, but it consumes a lot of fuel and is risky. Different car brands have vastly different top speeds; economy cars start to feel unstable over 160, while luxury cars remain steady even at 200. The key point is that as long as you don't exceed the speed limit, you won't get fined by speed cameras.
