What is the wading depth of a minivan?

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The wading depth of a minivan is 30-60 centimeters. Here is some additional information: 1. Vehicle wading depth standards: Different vehicle models have different wading depth standards. The wading depth for sedans is 20-30 centimeters, for SUVs it is 30-60 centimeters, and for hardcore off-road vehicles it can reach 70-100 centimeters. Generally, as long as the water level does not exceed the height of the engine intake, there should not be significant issues. Even if the water level submerges the exhaust pipe, the strong exhaust pressure can blow the water out of the pipe. When wading, it is advisable to maintain a low gear to prevent the vehicle from stalling. 2. Problems after vehicle wading: Deformation and damage to the crankshaft connecting rod mechanism. When a mixture of water and air enters the engine through the intake, since gases are compressible but liquids are not, the connecting rod can deform under the influence of water. If the driver attempts to start the car at this point, the significant reaction force can cause the bent connecting rod to rub against the cylinder block, resulting in irreversible damage to the cylinder block.