The car in the picture is a lot higher and bigger than mine.Biospace wrote: ↑21 Nov 2023, 4:42pm73" is 3 inches wider than one of these:Ontherivet77 wrote: ↑20 Nov 2023, 12:32pm I own a Honda CRV which is classed as an SUV. I also have a Labrador. Please forgive me for being such a terrible person.
Seriously though it is 73 inches wide, according to the spec, which makes it no wider than Mick F's Toyota Yaris, and is basically a standard saloon size car with 4x4 capability.
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Why have perceptions changed so that "4x4 capability" is now regarded as something necessary for the general public? How does it help you, and what else does it allow you to do?
Certainly the higher and bluffer the front, the more likely a cyclist or pedestrian will be killed in an impact, as highlighted in this topic and others. My experience of motor cars is that their capability is mostly down to the driver's ability and suitability of tyres for conditions.
The CRV is effectively a front wheel drive car, like many others, except when you need 4 wheel drive which is mostly never. So it doesn't help me and it wasn't a factor in the purchase of the car. However, having a reputation for being very reliable and nice car to drive did make a difference which is why we have had three to date.