Car specs (short for “specifications”) provide a snapshot of a vehicle’s essential details. You can find this information on an automaker’s website, in brochures, and on a window sticker at the dealership.
Car specs typically fall into construction, operation, and performance categories.
Construction specs can include fundamental dimensional factors like height and weight and deeper details like the car’s wheelbase and cargo capacity.
Operation specs often include standard and optional features. Air conditioning, audio systems, leather seating, and similar amenities are usually self-explanatory. The block listing includes safety features vital for family buyers.
Performance specs indicate how you can expect the vehicle to drive and perform. These can include power output, fuel economy, and transmission type.
Understanding these specs and how they can affect you as the potential owner of the vehicle can help save you time and ensure you get the right car for your lifestyle.
When you use Kelley Blue Book’s Car Finder tool, you can filter search results by vehicle size or category, fuel economy, special features, and more to find cars with your desired specs.
