fastback
noun
fast·back
ˈfas(t)-ˌbak 
: an automobile with a roof having a long curving downward slope to the rear
also
: the back of such an automobile
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This may be the way that most people remember it, but the car has also been offered as a convertible since its second generation, and as a four-door Gran Coupe fastback and Gran Turismo hatchback since its third.
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Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 26 June 2024
However, the i4's fastback shape does impinge on rear headroom somewhat.
—Jonathan M. Gitlin, Ars Technica, 23 May 2024
American drivers, however, may soon become enamored with the sedan's fastback styling and airy interior.
—Morgan Korn, ABC News, 30 Mar. 2024
Classic Recreations The limited-edition model, inspired by the classic 1967 Shelby GT500 fastback, is built new from the ground up and features a carbon-fiber body.
—Howard Walker, Robb Report, 23 Feb. 2024
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Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 26 June 2024
However, the i4's fastback shape does impinge on rear headroom somewhat.
—Jonathan M. Gitlin, Ars Technica, 23 May 2024
American drivers, however, may soon become enamored with the sedan's fastback styling and airy interior.
—Morgan Korn, ABC News, 30 Mar. 2024
Classic Recreations The limited-edition model, inspired by the classic 1967 Shelby GT500 fastback, is built new from the ground up and features a carbon-fiber body.
—Howard Walker, Robb Report, 23 Feb. 2024
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fastback
noun
fast·back
ˈfas(t)-ˌbak
1
: an automobile roof with a long curving downward slope to the rear
2
: an automobile having a fastback
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