What is the weight of a typical sedan?
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Generally, family cars weigh between 1.2 to 1.3 tons, while mid-to-high-end cars weigh around 1.4 to 1.6 tons. Below is relevant information about automobiles: 1. Definition of an automobile: According to China's latest national standard "Terms and Definitions of Motor Vehicles and Trailers" (GB/T3730.1—2001), an automobile is defined as a non-track vehicle with 4 or more wheels, powered by an engine, mainly used for transporting people and/or goods; towing vehicles that carry people and/or goods; or for special purposes. 2. Introduction to domestic automobile brands: Domestic automobile brands include Hongqi, Changan, Great Wall, Chery, Geely, Roewe, BYD, etc.
When it comes to sedan weight, I've personally disassembled and assembled many car frames. Common compact cars typically start around 1.3 tons, with models like the Corolla weighing approximately 1.3 tons unladen. Midsize cars carry more heft, with vehicles like the Accord reaching up to 1.5 tons including the spare tire. Lightweighting is now a major trend - new models using aluminum hoods can shed dozens of kilograms, though EVs actually get heavier with battery packs (the Tesla Model 3 weighs 1.75 tons). Vehicle weight directly impacts fuel consumption and cornering stability, which explains why sports cars willingly use carbon fiber materials to keep weight barely over 1 ton.
