Quick answer
The 2026 Chevrolet 3500 is 234.3″ long, 79.5″ wide and 81.9″ tall on a 145.3″ wheelbase, and weighs 5,816 lb. At 19.5 ft it squeezes into a 20-foot garage with under a foot to spare.
Every Chevrolet 3500 generation, measured
| Generation | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011–2026 | 234.3″ | 79.5″ | 81.9″ | 145.3″ | 5,820 lb |
ROWS 1·SOURCE NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada
3500 year by year
| Model year | Length | Width | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Body styles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 234.3″ | 79.5″ | 145.3″ | 4 | |
| 2025 | 234.3″ | 79.5″ | 145.3″ | 4 | |
| 2024 | 234.3″ | 79.5″ | 145.3″ | 4 | |
| 2023 | 234.3″ | 79.5″ | 145.3″ | 4 | |
| 2022 | 234.3″ | 79.5″ | 145.3″ | 4 | |
| 2021 | 234.3″ | 79.5″ | 145.3″ | 4 | |
| 2020 | 234.3″ | 79.5″ | 145.3″ | 4 | |
| 2019 | 234.3″ | 79.5″ | 145.3″ | 4 | |
| 2018 | 234.3″ | 79.5″ | 145.3″ | 4 | |
| 2017 | 234.3″ | 79.5″ | 145.3″ | 4 | |
| 2016 | 234.3″ | 79.5″ | 145.3″ | 4 | |
| 2015 | 234.3″ | 79.5″ | 145.3″ | 4 | |
| 2014 | 234.3″ | 79.5″ | 145.3″ | 4 | |
| 2013 | 234.3″ | 79.5″ | 145.3″ | 4 | |
| 2012 | 234.3″ | 79.5″ | 145.3″ | 4 | |
| 2011 | 234.3″ | 79.5″ | 145.3″ | 4 |
ROWS 16·SOURCE Transport Canada vehicle specifications
3500 on the used market
In 326 3500 listings we have collected since June 2026, the 2011–2026 car is the most common: 169 of them (52%), at an average asking price of $21,485.
| Generation | Listings | Share | Average asking price | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011–2026 | 169 | 52% | $21,485 | 151,151 mi |
| Other years | 157 | 48% | $10,569 | 208,660 mi |
ROWS 2·SOURCE ForCar, US used-car listings collected since June 2026
Will a 3500 fit
| Space | Typical size | This car | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single garage | 20 ft deep | 19.5 ft | Too long — door will not close |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 19.5 ft | Overhangs — expect a tight squeeze |
| Standard parking bay width | 8.5 ft wide | 6.6 ft | Room to open doors both sides |
ROWS 3·SOURCE ForCar, computed from vehicle dimensions
Against cars of the same length
| Measure | This car | Typical of 85 cars within 10″ of its length | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 79.5″ | 79.9″ | −0.4″ |
| Wheelbase | 145.3″ | 142.9″ | +2.4″ |
| Curb weight | 5,816 lb | 5,589 lb | +227 lb |
ROWS 3·SOURCE ForCar, computed across vehicles of similar length
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2026 3500 bigger than the 2025?
No. The 2026 and 2025 3500 are the same size and weight.
Dimensions from NHTSA vPIC and Transport Canada vehicle records, manufacturer-declared for 16 3500 model years, 2011 to 2026. 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 Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.
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