The 1996 Cadillac Fleetwood, the latest model year on record, is 225.2″ long, 78″ wide and 57.1″ tall on a 121.7″ wheelbase, and weighs 4,478 lb. At 18.8 ft it fits a standard garage but overhangs an 18-foot street space.
Every Cadillac Fleetwood generation, measured
The biggest change in length came in 1988, when the new car was 6.3″ shorter than the 1987 one. The biggest change in weight came in 1993: 686 lb heavier than before.
| Generation | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | 231.1″ | 78″ | 55.1″ | 133.1″ | — |
| 1977–1978 | 222″ | 76″ | 57.9″ | 122.4″ | — |
| 1981–1984 | 220.9″ | 75.2″ | 56.7″ | 121.3″ | 4,255 lb |
| 1985–1986 | 194.9″ | 71.7″ | 55.1″ | 111″ | 3,395 lb |
| 1987 | 207.9″ | 71.7″ | 55.1″ | 122.8″ | 3,523 lb |
| 1988–1992 | 201.6″ | 71.7″ | 55.1″ | 116.1″ | 3,547 lb |
| 1993–1996 | 224.4″ | 76.8″ | 57.1″ | 121.7″ | 4,233 lb |
Fleetwood year by year
| Model year | Length | Width | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Body styles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 225.2″ | 78″ | 121.7″ | 1 | |
| 1995 | 225.2″ | 78″ | 121.7″ | 1 | |
| 1994 | 225.2″ | 78″ | 121.7″ | 1 | |
| 1993 | 224.4″ | 76.8″ | 121.7″ | 1 | |
| 1992 | 205.5″ | 73.2″ | 113.8″ | 1 | |
| 1991 | 205.5″ | 73.2″ | 113.8″ | 1 | |
| 1990 | 205.5″ | 71.7″ | 113.8″ | 1 | |
| 1989 | 204.7″ | 72.4″ | 113″ | 3 | |
| 1988 | 201.6″ | 71.7″ | 116.1″ | 1 | |
| 1987 | 207.9″ | 71.7″ | 122.8″ | 2 | |
| 1986 | 202.8″ | 71.7″ | 118.9″ | 3 | |
| 1985 | 202.8″ | 71.7″ | 118.9″ | 3 | |
| 1984 | 220.9″ | 75.2″ | 121.7″ | 2 | |
| 1983 | 220.9″ | 75.2″ | 121.7″ | 2 | |
| 1982 | 220.9″ | 75.2″ | 121.3″ | 2 | |
| 1981 | 220.9″ | 75.2″ | 121.3″ | 2 | |
| 1978 | 222″ | 76″ | 122″ | 1 | |
| 1977 | 222″ | 76″ | 122.4″ | 1 | |
| 1975 | 231.1″ | 78″ | 133.1″ | 1 |
Fleetwood on the used market
In 39 Fleetwood listings we have collected since June 2026, the 1993–1996 car is the most common: 23 of them (59%), at an average asking price of $11,674.
| Generation | Listings | Share | Average asking price | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993–1996 | 23 | 59% | $11,674 | 571,297 mi |
| 1988–1992 | 6 | 15% | $7,299 | 416,526 mi |
| Other years | 10 | 26% | $29,945 | 53,782 mi |
Will a Fleetwood fit
| Space | Typical size | This car | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single garage | 20 ft deep | 18.8 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 18.8 ft | Overhangs — expect a tight squeeze |
| Standard parking bay width | 8.5 ft wide | 6.5 ft | Room to open doors both sides |
Against cars of the same length
| Measure | This car | Typical of 153 cars within 10″ of its length | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 78″ | 78.7″ | −0.7″ |
| Wheelbase | 121.7″ | 132.3″ | −10.6″ |
| Curb weight | 4,478 lb | 5,093 lb | −615 lb |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 1996 Fleetwood bigger than the 1995?
No. The 1996 and 1995 Fleetwood are the same size and weight.
How much does a used Fleetwood cost?
In our listings collected since June 2026, the average asking price runs from $7,299 for the 1988–1992 car to $11,674 for the 1993–1996 one, across 39 listings.
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