fastback

noun fast·back \ ˈfas(t)-ˌbak \

Updated on: 14 Nov 2017

Definition of fastback

: an automobile with a roof having a long curving downward slope to the rear; also : the back of such an automobile

Recent Examples of fastback from the Web

This car only looks like a fastback from 270 degrees, thanks to the twin hypotenuse of roof pillars.

— dan neil, WSJ, "Mazda’s MX-5 Miata RF: A Peter-Pan Car Grows Up," 12 Oct. 2017
Designed in Germany and based on Kia’s 2011 GT concept, the Stinger has the elegant look of a European fastback.

— tom krisher, The Seattle Times, "Big sellers like Toyota Camry, Ram getting updates in 2018," 5 Sep. 2017
At the rear, fastback looks and taillights recall Honda’s popular Civic compact.

— mark phelan, Detroit Free Press, "First Drive: 2018 Honda Accord zooms to front of midsize pack with turbos, new features," 2 Oct. 2017
Simple economy cars include the 1974 Datsun 610 Bluebird, a 1975 Isuzu 117 two-door fastback and a 1988 Nissan Pulsar NX SE Sportbak.

— mark maynard, sandiegouniontribune.com, "San Diego auto museum showcases 'Japanese Steel'," 6 July 2017
The historic references such as the three bars in the headlight housing are small but significant, the long hood and wide track help give it a ready-to-pounce stance, and the fastback roof swoops down toward distinctive textured taillamps.

— tony markovich, Car and Driver, "2017 Ford Mustang," 28 June 2017
Bullitt’s dash through San Francisco in a 1968 Mustang fastback hit speeds of up to 110 mph, and McQueen did a lot of the driving himself.

— jason kambitsis, WIRED, "Autopia’s 10 Favorite Car Movies," 31 Dec. 2009

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