curb weight

noun

: the weight of an automobile with standard equipment and fuel, oil, and coolant

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Blame a nearly 5,200-pound curb weight, which is heavy (noise insulation, luxury appointments, and creature comforts aren’t light). Michael Harley, Forbes, 21 Jan. 2025 Heavy curb weights and greater torque ratings of the motor lead to greater tire wear. Mark Maynard, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Jan. 2025 The braking system Despite the heavier curb weight, an EV’s braking system has a longer shelf life. Mark Maynard, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Jan. 2025 The biggest downside is the car’s crushing curb weight—up to 2,500 kilograms (5,500 pounds)—and poor fuel economy once its electric range is spent. IEEE Spectrum, 6 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for curb weight 

Word History

First Known Use

1949, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of curb weight was in 1949

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“Curb weight.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/curb%20weight. Accessed 31 Jan. 2025.

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