Minimal Ground Clearance/Typical Angles
"MINIMUM GROUND CLEARANCE" (Reference A)
The clearance value is measured next to the lower edge of the differential. This value also defines those for the "Approach angle", Departure angle" and the "Break-over Angle".
Dimensions are expressed in millimeter (mm) and inches (in). Dimensions refer to the vehicle equipped with standard supplied tires.
Front Wheel Drive (FWD) versions: 171 mm (6.7 in)
Four Wheel Drive (4WD) versions: 201 mm (7.9 in)
Trailhawk versions with Four Wheel Drive (4WD LOW): 225 mm (8.9 in)
"APPROACH ANGLE" (reference B)
The approach angle is determined by the horizontal line of the road surface and by the tangent line passing between the front wheel and the most projecting low point of the vehicle.
The wider the angle, the lower the chance to hit an obstacle with the body or the chassis, climbing a steep slope or overcoming an obstacle.
Front Wheel Drive (FWD) versions: 17.9°
Four Wheel Drive (4WD) versions: 21°
Trailhawk versions with Four Wheel Drive (4WD LOW): 30.5°
"DEPARTURE ANGLE" (reference C)
The departure angle is determined by the same lines of the "Approach angle" and refers to the rear part of the vehicle.
Front Wheel Drive (FWD) versions: 29.7°
Four Wheel Drive (4WD) versions: 32.1°
Trailhawk versions with Four Wheel Drive (4WD LOW): 34.3°
"BREAK-OVER ANGLE" (reference D)
The value of "Break-over angle" is linked to the ground clearance of the vehicle and indicates the attitude of the vehicle to overcome a wedge, more or less steep, preventing the vehicle from resting on the ground with the body or chassis after touching the wedge with its lowest and most projecting parts (usually the underbody), would highly reduce wheel grip.
The wheels, without a suitable grip to the ground, will not have sufficient hold to move the vehicle and will surge.
The higher the ground clearance, the wider the break-over angle. Always bear in mind that the higher the ground clearance, the lower the stability, due to a higher center of gravity which reduces side tipping angle.
Front Wheel Drive (FWD) versions: 21.2°
Four Wheel Drive (4WD) versions: 24°
Trailhawk versions with Four Wheel Drive (4WD LOW): 25.7°