Why are most taxies big cars like Crown Victoria?

Aren't they gas guzzling and less economical? Why don't taxi companies use smaller cars?Why are most taxies big cars like Crown Victoria?
These bigger cars are built better %26amp; are more reliable. Taxi's get abused, and they need a well built reliable car to work well.Why are most taxies big cars like Crown Victoria?
The majority of newer vehicles will only seat five people (4 plus driver) because of only having bucket seats available for the front, whereas most taxi regulations require a six-passenger vehicle, and only the Crown Victoria sized cars meet that criteria. The only other configuration that works is a mini van, and a lot of those could carry 7 people, which instantly voids the vehicle insurance -- but is done anyway.Why are most taxies big cars like Crown Victoria?
Actually, there is a trend toward smaller, more efficient taxis. One reason is that the Crown Victoria is being discontinued. Another reason is the threat of five dollar gasoline. The reason that there are so many Crown Victorias and other big American cars is because they are cheap to fix, cheap to buy, they last a long time, and they can easily fit three people in the back seat. Try to find any of those traits in a Prius.