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Originally Posted by BadSport340
Will somebody please explain me why "class leading wheelbase" is even relevant?
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Originally Posted by FenwickHockey65
Interior space.
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Originally Posted by SUMMIT WHITE SS
More back seat space...
Funny thing is Ford mentions the Focus RS's shorter wheelbase as an advantage for nimbleness. But......very different cars obviously.
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Wheelbase is not necessarily an indicator of rear seat space or interior space. I can have a larger rear overhang on the same wheelbase and have more room. A longer wheel base can allow more width in the rear seat and more rear seat leg room IF I only move the rear seat rearward with the rear axle. Bit I could also use that for more front seat room by moving the front seat back too.
Big advantage is for ride. A shorter wheel base will turn better for handling but likely not a big deal.
Oh and I read that off of this longer WB GM achieved 5 cu ft LESS than the focus and Golf, two key competitors.