A front body structure is provided that can simultaneously meet the requirements for absorbing
impact loads during a collision and the
layout requirements related to the orientation and position of the
steering wheel. The front body structure (A) includes a partition (71) that defines the
interior space (R1) of the passenger compartment. The lower part of the partition (71) is formed such that it is located further back in the vehicle as it is lower. A
drive motor is mounted below the lower part of the partition (71). A recess (71b) is formed on the partition (71) above the
drive motor, which is recessed towards the front of the vehicle. A through hole (71d) for inserting a steering shaft (122) is formed on the lower wall (71c) of the recess (71b).