> "Saloon" as a British-ism for "sedan" is a new word for me. I believe it derives from the saloon ( main passenger accommodation ) of a bus, versus the open d

> "Saloon" as a British-ism for "sedan" is a new word for me. I believe it derives from the saloon ( main passenger accommodation ) of a bus, versus the open deck of a charabanc. In turn borrowed from the maritime sense of a large weather-protected cabin for passengers. In British car terms it indicates a car with 'separate' accommodation for the passengers i.e. not integrated with the boot / trunk as found in a hatchback.