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Originally Posted by underscore
The dimensions of lots of modern vehicles make no sense to me. They keep adding more space around the engine even though engines aren't getting any bigger, but then it looks like Hobz has about as much space in the drivers seat as I have in my tiny Celica and the rear is about the same as my wifes Rav. So you've got to deal with that extra bulk for no benefit in cabin space? No thanks.
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The engine bays keep getting bigger to accommodate the ancillary stuff especially with 48v hybrids and the like, and also to provide more crumple zone for crash/pedestrian safety.