Multi-Purpose Vehicle

A Multi-Purpose Vehicle, abbreviated to MPV, is a class of automobile designed to carry passengers.

Usage
Most MPVs in the United States are used as normal civilian vehicles. They're also commonly used as commercial vehicles.

Classification
For a vehicle to be classified as an MPV, it has to meet the following requirements:
 * Vehicle body is separated into two different compartments: Engine - Driver/Passenger Area & Trunk
 * Vehicle has four doors (Vehicle usually has one or two sliding rear doors)
 * Two-Three rows of seating

Types Of Multi-Purpose Vehicles
Below are the different kinds of MPVs, aside from the general class.

Minivan
A Minivan is an MPV that is designed to carry up to six people (including driver), and generally have good gas mileage. Minivans tend to last over 200,000 miles, meaning it can, on average, last over 15 years with normal care.

Minivan On Truck Platform
Some minivans are built on truck platforms, which give them a more traditional van-style design.