The current Chevrolet Chevette is 163.4″ long, 61.8″ wide, on a 95.7″ wheelbase, weighing 2,112 lb. Since 1976 it has grown 5% in length and gained 12% in weight. At 13.6 feet it fits a standard garage and fits a street parking space.
Every Chevrolet Chevette generation, measured
One row per generation. Watch the weight column — that is where most of the change happens, and it is the number that decides fuel use, tyre wear and how far the car takes to stop.
| Generation | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976–1979 | 156.3″ | 60.6″ | 51.6″ | 91.7″ | 1,894 lb |
| 1980 | 162.2″ | 61.8″ | 52.4″ | 94.1″ | — |
| 1981–1984 | 163.4″ | 61.8″ | 52.8″ | 95.7″ | 2,121 lb |
| 1985–1986 | 161.8″ | 61.8″ | 52.8″ | 94.1″ | 2,097 lb |
| 1987 | 163.4″ | 61.8″ | 52.8″ | 95.7″ | 2,112 lb |
From 1976 to today the Chevette gained 7.1″ of length (5%) and 218 lb of weight (12%). A modern compact often outweighs the mid-size car of a generation before.
Chevette year by year
Measured every model year, not just at generation changes — 12 years on record. Small moves inside a generation are facelifts; the jumps are new platforms.
| Model year | Length | Width | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Body styles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | 163.4″ | 61.8″ | 95.7″ | 2 | |
| 1986 | 163″ | 61.8″ | 95.3″ | 3 | |
| 1985 | 163″ | 61.8″ | 95.3″ | 3 | |
| 1984 | 163.4″ | 61.8″ | 95.7″ | 4 | |
| 1983 | 163.4″ | 61.8″ | 95.7″ | 4 | |
| 1982 | 163.4″ | 61.8″ | 95.7″ | 4 | |
| 1981 | 163.4″ | 61.8″ | 95.7″ | 4 | |
| 1980 | 163.4″ | 61.8″ | 95.3″ | 3 | |
| 1979 | 157.9″ | 60.6″ | 93.7″ | 3 | |
| 1978 | 157.9″ | 60.6″ | 93.7″ | 3 | |
| 1977 | 156.3″ | 60.6″ | 91.7″ | 1 | |
| 1976 | 156.3″ | 60.6″ | 91.7″ | 1 |
Will a Chevette fit
The practical question behind every dimensions search. A single-car garage in the US is typically 20 feet deep; a street parking space is about 18. We allow a foot of clearance in both — nobody parks to the millimetre.
| Space | Typical size | This car | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single garage | 20 ft deep | 13.6 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 13.6 ft | Fits comfortably |
| Standard parking bay width | 8.5 ft wide | 5.2 ft | Room to open doors both sides |
Against cars of the same length
Compared with 373 vehicles within ten inches of the same length — a fair proxy for «cars of this size», regardless of what the marketing calls them.
| Measure | This car | Typical car of this length | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 61.8″ | 67.7″ | -5.9″ |
| Wheelbase | 95.7″ | 98″ | -2.3″ |
| Curb weight | 2,112 lb | 2,738 lb | -626 lb |
A longer wheelbase for the same overall length means shorter overhangs — usually more cabin space and a steadier ride. Lighter than typical for its size generally means better fuel economy and shorter stopping distances.
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How we measure
Dimensions come from NHTSA vPIC and Transport Canada vehicle records — manufacturer-declared figures, held in metric and converted to inches and pounds for display.
One row per generation, not per model year: manufacturers rarely change the body between facelifts, and a table of forty near-identical rows helps nobody. Where a generation offered several body styles, the figures are the base measurements for that generation.
Frequently asked questions
How long is a Chevrolet Chevette?
163.4″ (13′ 7″) in its current generation, 61.8″ wide and 52.8″ tall.
How much does a Chevrolet Chevette weigh?
2,112 lb at the kerb, which is 12% more than the first generation we hold from 1976.
Will a Chevette fit in a garage?
At 13.6 feet it fits a standard 20-foot single garage with room to spare. A street parking space of 18 feet is comfortable.
Has the Chevette got bigger over the years?
Yes — 7.1″ longer and 218 lb heavier since 1976, across 5 generations. Weight grew 12%, far faster than length.