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How many kilometers of cable are inside an average car today?

About 4 kilometers

Background

A modern car contains about four kilometers of cable. The whole wiring weighs around 60 kilograms. Sensors, displays, and electric motors all need to be connected. This is why the wiring harness is often one of the most expensive parts in the car.

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