What Exactly is a Compact Parking Spot? Toyota of Clermont Experts Answer. 

You may have encountered a parking spot in your apartment complex building or maybe even at a theme park parking lot that was specifically named a “compact” parking spot. However, you may have questioned whether your car was permitted to park there. You may be Googling right now, what is a compact parking spot because let’s be honest no one likes to pay a towing bill. Don’t worry, Toyota of Clermont experts are here to help guide you through the car parking process and answer what a compact parking spot means. 

What is a compact parking spot? 

We have gathered all of the criteria for what a compact parking spot is and isn’t. To start, a compact parking spot    is a vehicle classification used to identify any car model that is smaller than a mid-size car like the Toyota Corolla. Compact parking spots are there to overall help everyone by saving in the parking lot by creating    smaller sparking spots that fit smaller sized vehicles. You may be wondering well, I have a compact SUV, does that count? Let’s get into it.

So, what can park in a compact parking spot?

It may vary between different cities, but here are some of the criteria when it comes to compact parking spots. 

• If you drive a Motorcycle, scooter, smaller Clermont Toyota, or compact car, congrats you are allowed to park in a compact parking spot. 
• Be careful to make sure that the compact car can fill up any space of 160 feet or range from 140 to 180.
• Compact parking spaces will usually have a sign or marking on the floor saying “compact”. Be sure to be on the lookout for these indications!

Can I park in a compact space if my car fits?

Well, just because your car fits into a compact space, doesn’t mean that you are allowed to park there. It is illegal to park in a compact-only space if you aren’t driving a compact car. These spots are meant for smaller cars to save overall space. If you do park in one of these spaces, despite not having a    compact or smaller vehicle, then it may result in your Clermont car being towed or ticketed. 

What is a compact car?

A compact car is a specific size car that sits between subcompact    cars and mid-size cars. They would usually be your sedan or hatchback that seats up to five people or less. For    example, in the Toyota lineup the Toyota Corolla, the Toyota Camry, The Toyota GR86, and the Toyota Prius are all compact cars. 

Take a test drive at Toyota of Clermont

Driving a smaller car can be a big change from your previous vehicle and we recommend heading to our dealership for a test drive! At Toyota of Clermont, we have a great selection of compact cars packed with features that’ll make you change your mind about these small vehicles. Please, give us a call at (352) 404 – 7000 or come see us at 16851 State Road 50, just off the Florida Turnpike!