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A big factor is older folks.

A midsize crossover where they can basically just slide right into the seat is way easier to get in and out of vs a low tide height car where they have to raise/lower a good portion of their body weight. Lotta bad hips and knees in the 50+ demographic.




That only explains some of the height. And the front end could still be made lower so folks don't get as easily pulled underneath




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