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Greater ground clearance?

Discussion in 'Prius c Accessories and Modifications' started by sunrisessoup, Aug 8, 2013.

  1. sunrisessoup

    sunrisessoup New Member

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    I love my car, but want more ground clearance. Can I get it to 6.5" ? Anyone done this?
     
    #1 sunrisessoup, Aug 8, 2013
  2. hlunde

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    Do you need actual ground clearance or better approach angles?
     
    #2 hlunde, Aug 8, 2013
  3. rdgrimes

    rdgrimes Senior Member

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    Welcome to the Prius-v forum.
    The low ground clearance is CRUCIAL for maintaining good efficiency, especially at highway speeds. The v already has a 6" clearance rating, which I can attest is pretty accurate. (I have dents underneath to prove it)
     
    #3 rdgrimes, Aug 8, 2013
  4. sunrisessoup

    sunrisessoup New Member

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    I will need the ground clearance. I will be in rougher country than I where I currently am, and need a car that can park on curbs and handle the minimal plowing that is likely to be done outside the cities. A small SUV was recommended, but I love my little Prius c and it is new, so I am hesitant to replace it


    My C Three is less than 5.5" right now, as I did not want the alloy rims that would have put it at 5.5", so kept the smaller steel rims. When it isn't plowed well, I won't be able to go at all, so no efficieny there. I need the ground clearance more than the efficiency at this point. I'll be looking for taller rims (hopefully not alloy) but i don't think that will gain more than an inch.
     
    #4 sunrisessoup, Aug 9, 2013
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