Worldwide, the "typical" taxi is usually a vehicle chosen for its exceptional reliability, fuel efficiency, and interior passenger space. In the United Kingdom and much of Europe, the Skoda Octavia and Skoda Superb are perennial favorites due to their massive boot space and legendary durability. In the United States, while the iconic Ford Crown Victoria has largely been retired, it has been replaced by hybrids like the Toyota Prius and Toyota Camry, as well as versatile SUVs like the Toyota Highlander and Ford Explorer. In the Indian and Southeast Asian markets, compact sedans like the Maruti Suzuki Dzire or multi-purpose vehicles (MPVs) like the Toyota Innova dominate the fleet. Recently, there has been a massive global shift toward hybrid and electric vehicles, with the Tesla Model 3 and Hyundai Ioniq 5 becoming increasingly common in major metropolitan areas. Regardless of the specific region, the "standard" taxi is almost always a four-door vehicle that can easily accommodate four passengers and their luggage while maintaining low operational costs for the driver.