Automobile Body Styles and Design

Coupe
Coupes are generally the sporty variants of Saloon cars, that have 2 doors, but the body styles vary from car maker to car maker. Also there are now 4 door coupes.




Convertible
A convertible is a body style that includes a retractable roof, the roofs are mainly made made from canvas or vinyl. As well they usually only have 2 doors.


Sedan
A Sedan is one of the most popular body types of cars today. Also referred to as a Saloon, the Sedan is a passenger car with a bonnett covering. A Sedan fits at least 4 people.




Hatchback
A Hatchback has a similar design to an SUV or a Van, but what differs is that they’re usually more compact. They can generally carry 4 to 5 people.




Crossover
A Crossover is built on a car platform but had features of a SUV. Typically designed for light off roading.

Pickup
A pickup is a light motor vehicle with an open rear cargo known as a “bed”. They are very popular in the US.
Pictures from: https://www.drivespark.com/off-beat/car-body-styles-explained-making-sense-of-the-types-of-cars-available-009014.html

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