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BMW 325iS Specs

Dimensions and weight for the 1988 BMW 325iS, as declared by the manufacturer.

NHTSA vPIC · Transport Canada · 1 generations · 1988–1988 · Updated Nov 4, 2026
Quick answer

The 1988 BMW 325iS, the latest model year on record, is 176.8″ long, 65″ wide and 54.3″ tall on a 101.2″ wheelbase, and weighs 2,815 lb. At 14.7 ft it fits a standard garage and leaves 3.3 ft spare in an 18-foot street space.

Every BMW 325iS generation, measured

FIG.01·BMW 325iS dimensions by generation
GenerationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weight
1988176.8″65″54.3″101.2″2,815 lb
ROWS 1·SOURCE NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada

Will a 325iS fit

FIG.02·BMW 325iS — will it fit
SpaceTypical sizeThis carVerdict
Single garage20 ft deep14.7 ftFits, with room to open the door
Street parking space18 ft14.7 ftFits comfortably
Standard parking bay width8.5 ft wide5.4 ftRoom to open doors both sides
ROWS 3·SOURCE ForCar, computed from vehicle dimensions

Against cars of the same length

Among the 924 cars within 10″ of its length, the 325iS is narrower than 96%.

FIG.03·BMW 325iS against similar-sized cars
MeasureThis carTypical of 924 cars within 10″ of its lengthDifference
Width65″70.9″−5.9″
Wheelbase101.2″104.3″−3.1″
Curb weight2,815 lb3,311 lb−496 lb
ROWS 3·SOURCE ForCar, computed across vehicles of similar length
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Everything on the BMW 325iS
Recalls12 campaignsFuel economy20 mpg bestReliability4.0/5Common problems10 complaintsCheck a VINAgainst this exact buildCargo space23 cu ftWindow stickerOriginal Monroney labelDecode a VINWhat each character meansAbout this car1987–1995

Frequently asked questions

How long is the 1988 BMW 325iS?

176.8″ (14′ 9″) long and 65″ wide.

Dimensions from NHTSA vPIC and Transport Canada vehicle records, manufacturer-declared for 1 325iS model years, 1988 to 1988. Metric values converted to inches and pounds; generation boundaries are estimated from changes in size (how we measure). Last updated Nov 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.
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