Doors On 3Dr Vs 5Dr

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Someone once mentioned to me in passing that the doors on 3-door version of car models, e.g. Toyota Aygo (obviously) are longer than those on the 5-door version. If this is the case, how much difference is there?

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In the case of the Aygo I would estimate the 3 door has doors approx 9 to 10% longer than the 5 door. Basically the longer doors of the 3 door is to provide easier access to the rear seats. The drawback is that when parked, say in a car park between cars or in a garage, the longer doors aren't able to open as wide, and access is more restricted than the 5 door.