Trend of larger cars: for or against
Many new generations of the same car model are larger than the previous one. For this reason we open a place for debate here to give your opinion on this trend of larger cars. So, what do you think? are you for or against?
Larger dimensions mean greater interior space, greater boot capacity and greater confidence on the road, but it also means less ease of parking, greater consumption and less agility in the city.
If manufacturers offer new generations of larger cars to the market it is because there is demand for it. If so, why do we need bigger cars now than before? Or is it that there is less variety of small models and we buy cars larger than what we need? How to manage the two types of uses of a car in the same size: contained dimensions during the work week and larger sizes for weekends and holidays?
Examples:
• The second generations of the BMW X2 in 2024 and the Peugeot 2008 in 2020, significantly larger than the first ones.
• The current generation of the Volkswagen Polo is larger than the first generation of the Volkswagen Golf.
• The second generations of the BMW X2 in 2024 and the Peugeot 2008 in 2020, significantly larger than the first ones.
• The current generation of the Volkswagen Polo is larger than the first generation of the Volkswagen Golf.
Percentage for and against larger cars: 👍10.4% and 👎89.6%
Curious to know the trend of opinions elsewhere?
👍11.2% - 👎88.8%
👍8.5% - 👎91.5%
👍8.2% - 👎91.8%
👍28.2% - 👎71.8%
👍25% - 👎75%Latest opinions
darlington, 14-09-2026 👎
Too big parking them in public car parks with smaller widths is difficult
Too big parking them in public car parks with smaller widths is difficult
Genoa, 14-09-2026 👎
Larger cars would require larger roads and parkng slots and decreasing people in existing cities...is it feasible?
Larger cars would require larger roads and parkng slots and decreasing people in existing cities...is it feasible?
Birminigham, 12-09-2026 👎
Far too wide for British roads
Far too wide for British roads
Birmingham, 12-09-2026 👎
British roads and parking spaces are not suitable for larger - wider - cars. The increasing width of cars is causing more traffic jams as previously 2-way roads have become single track. We need more smaller models. Not everyone has children or needs to transport large quantities of stuff - but does want to take passengers occasionally. More square boots may be less aerodynamic but allow for more storage - and transport of dogs more easily and safely!
British roads and parking spaces are not suitable for larger - wider - cars. The increasing width of cars is causing more traffic jams as previously 2-way roads have become single track. We need more smaller models. Not everyone has children or needs to transport large quantities of stuff - but does want to take passengers occasionally. More square boots may be less aerodynamic but allow for more storage - and transport of dogs more easily and safely!
Leamington Spa, 10-09-2026 👎
Against large cars. Some are ridiculously large for British roads, and we don't need them to be so big.
Against large cars. Some are ridiculously large for British roads, and we don't need them to be so big.
Sønderborg, 10-09-2026 👍
Perfect for travel
Perfect for travel
London UK, 08-09-2026 👎
Horrible.
Horrible.
City, 08-09-2026 👎
Nuisance - we are looking for a 4 door pure electric car probably SUV for City use with all the extras found in a Lexus LBX or similar.
Nuisance - we are looking for a 4 door pure electric car probably SUV for City use with all the extras found in a Lexus LBX or similar.
Exeter, 08-09-2026 👎
Unless you regularly carry 5 adults, or tow heavy things, or live in USA, there is little benefit in a large car. Large cars are harder to park, slower in narrow roads, cause more congestion, use more fuel and resources, and are heavier if you hit something. There are space efficient smaller cars that do 95% of the job of a large one, and are fun to drive. Car makers - Don't bloat. Just be creative.
Unless you regularly carry 5 adults, or tow heavy things, or live in USA, there is little benefit in a large car. Large cars are harder to park, slower in narrow roads, cause more congestion, use more fuel and resources, and are heavier if you hit something. There are space efficient smaller cars that do 95% of the job of a large one, and are fun to drive. Car makers - Don't bloat. Just be creative.
Oxford, 08-09-2026 👎
Larger and heavier cars are less efficient, harder to manoeuvre and are worse handling. My Audi weighs almost 2.5 tonnes, is bulky, awkward to park and has a turning circle like an oil tanker. Awful car.
Larger and heavier cars are less efficient, harder to manoeuvre and are worse handling. My Audi weighs almost 2.5 tonnes, is bulky, awkward to park and has a turning circle like an oil tanker. Awful car.
Manchester, 07-09-2026 👎
Too difficult to park, make visibility worse for smaller cars, parking spaces not big enough. Too wide for narrow roads
Too difficult to park, make visibility worse for smaller cars, parking spaces not big enough. Too wide for narrow roads
Glos, 06-09-2026 👎
I am fed up with each generation cars becoming larger, wider and so on, our roads are increasingly clogged up with monstrous size vehicles on our roads, it's about time greedy manufacturers acted more responsibly and not just to line their own pockets, cars are getting so big now that if left to that lot England will sink into the sea!
I am fed up with each generation cars becoming larger, wider and so on, our roads are increasingly clogged up with monstrous size vehicles on our roads, it's about time greedy manufacturers acted more responsibly and not just to line their own pockets, cars are getting so big now that if left to that lot England will sink into the sea!
Paris, 05-09-2026 👎
Width doesn’t fit in city parkings
Width doesn’t fit in city parkings
Cheltenham, 05-09-2026 👎
Taking up more road space, more parking space, and more fuel. Heavier cars also wear out roads faster. The increase in larger cars is almost forcing others to choose larger cars, as otherwise they can't see through or around the megabeasts blocking their view.
Taking up more road space, more parking space, and more fuel. Heavier cars also wear out roads faster. The increase in larger cars is almost forcing others to choose larger cars, as otherwise they can't see through or around the megabeasts blocking their view.
Ploiesti, 01-09-2026 👎
Better keep similar dimensions, hence the customers will know what to expect.
Better keep similar dimensions, hence the customers will know what to expect.
Thessaloniki , 01-09-2026 👎
Parking Spaces and roads haven't gone bigger, have they? And most of us don't have a personal garage.
Parking Spaces and roads haven't gone bigger, have they? And most of us don't have a personal garage.
Bath Somerset UK, 25-08-2026 👎
I hate the bigger cars. The trend seems to be making drivers more and more entitled.
I hate the bigger cars. The trend seems to be making drivers more and more entitled.
Washington DC, 24-08-2026 👎
I am not a fan of the trend of larger cars.
I am not a fan of the trend of larger cars.
Nagoya Japan, 24-08-2026 👎
I do not like it!
I do not like it!
Glasgow, 23-08-2026 👎
The move to larger cars means fewer cars fit in a standard single garage. Cars bigger garage size same as 30 years ago
The move to larger cars means fewer cars fit in a standard single garage. Cars bigger garage size same as 30 years ago
Huddersfield , 22-08-2026 👎
I have a large double garage and it currently accommodates a 2008 Peugeot 207 CC and a 2015 Mercedes C class estate. I am looking to replace one or both cars but there a few options that would still fit in the garage. So manufactures, you will not be selling me anything unless you start taking notice of customer feedback.
I have a large double garage and it currently accommodates a 2008 Peugeot 207 CC and a 2015 Mercedes C class estate. I am looking to replace one or both cars but there a few options that would still fit in the garage. So manufactures, you will not be selling me anything unless you start taking notice of customer feedback.
Stein, 22-08-2026 👍
Cork, 21-08-2026 👎
Cars are unnecessary large, especially the length.
Cars are unnecessary large, especially the length.
Marlow, 14-08-2026 👎
Looks bulky and heavy
Looks bulky and heavy
Wimborne, 13-08-2026 👎
My current car size is certainly large enough all car reviewers go on about how much more space their latest car has, ignoring how much longer & wider they are, ie Kia EV3. The roads and parking spaces are not getting any bigger. The trouble is the reviewers are journalists and the majority have no technical no how.
My current car size is certainly large enough all car reviewers go on about how much more space their latest car has, ignoring how much longer & wider they are, ie Kia EV3. The roads and parking spaces are not getting any bigger. The trouble is the reviewers are journalists and the majority have no technical no how.