Editing Minivan (section)

=== Body style ===
[[File:Honda Odyssey Touring flickr Upsilon Andromedae DEC2008.jpg|thumb|Side profile of a [[Honda Odyssey (North America)|Honda Odyssey]]]]

Minivans/MPVs use either a [[Car body configurations#Two-box design|two-box]] or a [[Car body configurations#One-box design|one-box]] body design with [[Pillar (car)|A, B, C, and D pillars]]. The cabin may be fitted with two, three, or four rows of seats, with the most common configurations being 2+3+2 or 2+3+3. Compared to other types of passenger vehicles, the body shape of minivans is designed to maximize interior space for both passengers and cargo. It is achieved by lengthening the [[wheelbase]], creating a flatter floor, taller roof, and more upright side profile, but not as prominent as commercial-oriented vans that are boxier in profile. Practicality and comfort for passengers are also enhanced with a larger rear cargo space opening and larger windows.<ref>{{cite web |title=What is an MPV? |url= https://www.buyacar.co.uk/cars/family-cars/mpvs/1139/what-is-an-mpv |access-date=2022-03-04 |website=buyacar.co.uk}}</ref>

Some minivans/MPVs may use sliding doors, while others offer conventional forward-hinged doors. Initially, a feature of the 1982 [[Nissan Prairie]], the 1996 [[Chrysler minivans (NS)|Chrysler minivans]] introduced a driver-side sliding door; by 2002, all minivans were sold with doors on both sides of the body. Most minivans are configured with a rear [[liftgate]]; few minivans have used panel-style rear doors, for example, cargo versions of the [[Chevrolet Astro]], [[Ford Aerostar]], and the [[Mercedes-Benz V-Class]].