The phrase "upright windshield" refers to the front window of a vehicle that is tall and has an upright position. It is not angled backwards like some other car windows. Full definition
At the same time, the longer hood and the more upright windshield more closely mirror the shape of the original Beetle. (automobilemag.com)
The big upright windshield provides excellent visibility of the terrain, and the extremely short overhangs allow unmatched approach and departure angles. (kbb.com)
Having a less upright windshield also means refinement levels are surprisingly good for such a boxy car, with only the aforementioned wind whistle around the wing mirrors and the tire roar at highway speeds having a negative impact on the Subaru Forester's abilities as a highway cruiser. (carbuzz.com)