What is a coupe - features of a car body
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What is a coupe - features of a car body

Nowadays, cars with a coupe body are not common. Out of a large flow of cars in the city, 1 out of 10 cars will have such a body. The peak of the car's popularity has passed, its spaciousness and dimensions are no longer relevant for the modern user.

What is a coupe - features of a car body

But extraordinary people are still actively buying a car with a coupe.

What is a coupe

A coupe is a two-door two-seater sedan or fastback with a closed body. Manufacturers sometimes create 2 (“2 + 2” program) additional seats in the car.

What is a coupe - features of a car body

The car is not in demand in the modern world - it is not designed for long journeys, family vacations or travel with friends. Coupes are mainly used abroad. The photo shows a classic car model.

History and external features

The first car with a coupe appeared when people rode carriages. It was not widely adopted at that time, but after a few years people saw a benefit in it. An event took place in the 19th century in France. At first, the manufacturer created bodies for carriages, and then switched to creating full-fledged cars. The coupe appeared on a par with the convertible - you could choose both. There was a buyer for each car.

What is a coupe - features of a car body

There is a difference between the models in different countries. Of course, the car ceases to be actively sold, giving way to modern models. Nevertheless, in Europe, America, Japan, coupe cars can still be seen. In Europe, it was previously believed that a young aristocrat could have such a car. In the pre-war period, cars were purchased by rich people, in the post-war period the price tag was slightly reduced, the choice became wider and the coupe spread throughout life. These were small "economical" models.

In America, the coupe was distributed differently. Initially, large cars were produced in the USA, much larger than European models. The signs of the car were as follows: 2 doors, a small trunk, an interior space of 0,93 cubic meters (further, such a volume of a coupe spread among the people). In the USA, the car was constantly changed in design, the body shape was corrected.

Japan became the main country for coupe distribution. Residents of the state were eager to buy a small car and drive it without disturbing anyone. The brands created coupes both on the basis of passenger platforms and on a hatchback. In general, the Japanese converted any cars into a coupe - it was more convenient that way.

The main features of the machine. What makes the coupe look different from other models?

1. Small cabin capacity (2 front seats and 2 extra seats). In the United States, the passenger seat volume is 0,93 cubic meters.

2. Small boot capacity.

3. Heavy doors.

4. Shorter wheelbase than sedans and hatchbacks, for example.

If you look at the car from the side, it will seem short, narrow and low. Inside, in the cabin, the same thing. The car was created for true lovers of small space and fans of cars of the past generation.

 Coupe body subtypes

What is a coupe - features of a car body

5 types of coupé bodies that can be seen in films or in the modern world. In Russia, by the way, cars also appear sometimes. There is no four-door coupe - it's either a sedan or a hatchback.

  • 2 + 2 Coupe or Quad Coupe. It is so called because there are 2 additional places (sections) behind the doors. Designed to facilitate and "expand" the space in the car.
  •  Coupe utility or Ute. Sporty two-door coupe based on the sedan platform.
  • Sport Utility Coupe. Two-door, three-door SUV with modified wheelbase (shorter length).
  •  Sports coupe. Small cabin capacity. He's a sports coupe.
  •  Executive coupe. Front seating comfort. The rear sections are either not present at all, or they are cramped in space.

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