Chevrolet Corvette C8 Stingray blue by Don DeBold — CC BY 2.0 Ground clearance—also referred to as ride height—is the distance between the pavement and the lowest part of a vehicle. Supercars and sports cars are much lower to the ground than big pickup trucks for multiple reasons we’ll discuss in this article. The Chevrolet Corvette is an affordable performance vehicle meant to be driven primarily on the road. That’s why it isn’t too low to the ground, with 5.

2017 Subaru Forester by EurovisionNim — CC BY-SA 4.0 The Subaru Forester has a long history of being a reliable compact crossover SUVs, and the 2017 year model is no exception. This model has eight trim levels to choose from, and while this isn’t a ridiculous number of options to sort through, it’s still nice to have a friend guide you to the right decision. CoPilot is here to give you an easily readable comparison of the different trim levels for the 2017 Subaru Forester to help you find the best fit for your needs!

The Subaru Outback is one of the most dependable cars on the road. A smooth ride that can handle on and off-road situations. Nothing can make a ride better than a moonroof. Seeing as much of the outside from the inside can really add to the riding experience. The Subaru Outback has numerous options for customization, so you can choose the best features that are right for you. Unfortunately, the 2021 Subaru Outback base model does not include a panoramic sunroof, but you can opt for a moonroof.

Brazilian Honda Civic touring 2017 by JasonVogel — CC BY-SA 4.0 The first sunroof has its roots as far back as 1937, but it wasn’t widespread or popularized in the United States until the late 1960s and 1970s. In 1973, the moonroof with glass joined the party. The big panoramic sunroofs of today are a type of moonroof that has a large glass area. Luxury vehicles and SUVs are where you’ll find these most often, but are becoming more common with sedans.

2018 Kia Sportage by Vauxford — CC BY-SA 4.0 Modern vehicles are sitting a lot higher off the ground when compared to their older counterparts. This is largely because more automakers are realizing that there is an increase in demand for more ground clearance. Since the debut of crossover SUVs a few years back, consumers are looking for car options that can tackle rough terrain better. They want an ordinary daily commuter that can offer enough ground clearance—a feature that has mostly been reserved for monster SUVs and trucks.

2018 Audi Q7 by EurovisionNim — CC BY-SA 4.0 The Audi Q7 is a premium luxury SUV with great technology and great performance. Of course, that is par for the course in the class, but it is still a relief to see that a reputable brand like Audi is always working on staying at the top of their game. And their largest offering lives up to the four rings badge.

2017 Mazda CX-3 by Vauxford — CC BY-SA 4.0 It’s become the general consensus that you need an SUV to enjoy proper off-roading. Mazda is here to show you that isn’t necessarily the case. As you’ll learn in our guide to Mazda CX-3 ground clearance, you can get both off-road performance and capability in a hatchback. While it might not be the perfect off-road machine, the CX-3 certainly has a place among the rough terrain.

2017 Kia Sorento by Makizox — CC BY-SA 4.0 There are a few notable features a vehicle must have in order for it to be a worthy contender for off-roading. One of those is ground clearance. So today, we’re taking an in-depth look at the Kia Sorento ground clearance and whether it stacks up as an off-road vehicle. We’ll also discuss some other prominent features that complement the Sorento’s ground clearance.

2015-2017 BMW X1 by EurovisionNim — CC BY-SA 4.0 The BMW X1 ground clearance for 2021 (and the preceding five years) is 7.2 inches. This is below the general rule of 8.5 in. of ground clearance required for most off-roading activities. While this is lower than the suggested level, there are many significant advantages to the BMW X1’s ground clearance, including ultra-light off-roading. If you’re looking to get into more serious off-roading or need an extra inch of clearance to navigate that uneven road leading to your private winter wonderland cabin, there are basic steps you can take, such as installing a lift kit, to get the extra clearance you need.

Honda Pilot (third generation) by Alexander Migl — CC BY-SA 4.0 For the 2016 model year, the Honda Pilot dropped its rugged, coarse exterior in favor of a more aerodynamic, modern crossover look. But even though the looks don’t scream SUV so much anymore, the capabilities of the Pilot haven’t given up their roots. It is still a strong SUV with seating for up to eight, a powerful V6 engine, and a suspension that may have gotten a little lower than it used to be, but still stands high enough off the ground for most situations.