Quick answer
The 1982 Chevrolet Malibu Classic, the latest model year on record, is 191.3″ long, 72.4″ wide and 55.9″ tall on a 108.3″ wheelbase, and weighs 3,329 lb. At 15.9 ft it fits a standard garage and leaves 2.1 ft spare in an 18-foot street space.
Every Chevrolet Malibu Classic generation, measured
| Generation | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | 191.3″ | 72.4″ | 55.9″ | 108.3″ | 3,329 lb |
ROWS 1·SOURCE NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada
Will a Malibu Classic fit
| Space | Typical size | This car | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single garage | 20 ft deep | 15.9 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 15.9 ft | Fits comfortably |
| Standard parking bay width | 8.5 ft wide | 6 ft | Room to open doors both sides |
ROWS 3·SOURCE ForCar, computed from vehicle dimensions
Against cars of the same length
Among the 1,039 cars within 10″ of its length, the Malibu Classic is lighter than 80%.
| Measure | This car | Typical of 1,039 cars within 10″ of its length | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 72.4″ | 73.2″ | −0.8″ |
| Wheelbase | 108.3″ | 111″ | −2.7″ |
| Curb weight | 3,329 lb | 3,926 lb | −597 lb |
ROWS 3·SOURCE ForCar, computed across vehicles of similar length
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the 1982 Chevrolet Malibu Classic?
191.3″ (15′ 11″) long and 72.4″ wide.
Dimensions from NHTSA vPIC and Transport Canada vehicle records, manufacturer-declared for 1 Malibu Classic model years, 1982 to 1982. 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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