Meaning of the word "compact car" in English

What does "compact car" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

compact car

US /ˈkɑːm.pækt kɑːr/
UK /ˈkɒm.pækt kɑːr/
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Noun

a vehicle size class that is larger than a subcompact car but smaller than a mid-size car

Example:
A compact car is much easier to park in the city.
They decided to rent a compact car to save on fuel costs.