wheelbase
noun
wheel·base
ˈ(h)wēl-ˌbās 
: the distance between the front and rear axles of an automotive vehicle
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The new Afeela Prototype 2026 looked remarkably similar to the Afeela 1 pre-production unit, with short overhangs, a long wheelbase, and an overall larger footprint.
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Andrew J. Hawkins, The Verge, 6 Jan. 2026
The sedan measures 5,265 mm in length, 1,998 mm in width, and 1,517 mm in height, with a long 3,160 mm wheelbase that emphasizes interior space and ride comfort.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 1 Jan. 2026
Its wheelbase has also increased by 2.7 inches, so the second and third rows have more legroom for passengers than previous models.
—Charles Singh, USA Today, 26 Nov. 2025
The scooter is built around a compact chassis and short wheelbase – both instrumental for maneuverability in tight spaces.
—New Atlas, 15 Nov. 2025
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Andrew J. Hawkins, The Verge, 6 Jan. 2026
The sedan measures 5,265 mm in length, 1,998 mm in width, and 1,517 mm in height, with a long 3,160 mm wheelbase that emphasizes interior space and ride comfort.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 1 Jan. 2026
Its wheelbase has also increased by 2.7 inches, so the second and third rows have more legroom for passengers than previous models.
—Charles Singh, USA Today, 26 Nov. 2025
The scooter is built around a compact chassis and short wheelbase – both instrumental for maneuverability in tight spaces.
—New Atlas, 15 Nov. 2025
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“Wheelbase.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wheelbase. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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wheelbase
noun
wheel·base
-ˌbās
: the distance between the front and rear axles of a motor vehicle
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