Subcompact car facts for kids
A subcompact car is a type of car that is smaller than a compact car but bigger than a microcar. It's a term mainly used in the United States.
These cars are usually not longer than about 165 inches (4,191 mm). The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) says a car is subcompact if its inside space (called interior volume) is between 85 and 99 cubic feet (2,407 to 2,803 liters).
A subcompact 2009 Chevrolet Aveo
What Are Subcompact Cars Like?
Subcompact cars are often similar to what people in Europe call A-segment or B-segment cars. They are also like city cars or superminis in Britain.
In 2012, The New York Times explained that small cars actually fit into three main groups around the world.
- A-segment cars: These are very small and light, like the Chevrolet Spark and Smart Fortwo.
- B-segment cars: These are a bit larger, like the Ford Fiesta and Chevrolet Sonic.
Some popular subcompact cars include the Chevrolet Sonic/Aveo and the Ford Fiesta.
See also
- Car classifications
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