Quick answer
The 1989 Chrysler FIFTH AVENUE, the latest model year on record, is 206.7″ long, 72.4″ wide and 55.1″ tall on a 112.6″ wheelbase, and weighs 3,770 lb. At 17.2 ft it fits a standard garage but overhangs an 18-foot street space.
Every Chrysler FIFTH AVENUE generation, measured
| Generation | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984–1989 | 206.7″ | 74.4″ | 55.5″ | 112.6″ | 3,552 lb |
ROWS 1·SOURCE NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada
FIFTH AVENUE year by year
| Model year | Length | Width | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Body styles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | 206.7″ | 72.4″ | 112.6″ | 1 | |
| 1988 | 206.7″ | 72.4″ | 112.6″ | 1 | |
| 1987 | 206.7″ | 72.4″ | 112.6″ | 1 | |
| 1986 | 206.7″ | 72.4″ | 112.6″ | 1 | |
| 1985 | 205.9″ | 74.4″ | 112.6″ | 1 | |
| 1984 | 206.7″ | 74.4″ | 112.6″ | 1 |
ROWS 6·SOURCE Transport Canada vehicle specifications
Will a FIFTH AVENUE fit
| Space | Typical size | This car | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single garage | 20 ft deep | 17.2 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 17.2 ft | Overhangs — expect a tight squeeze |
| 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 474 cars within 10″ of its length, the FIFTH AVENUE is narrower than 80% and has a shorter wheelbase than 84%.
| Measure | This car | Typical of 474 cars within 10″ of its length | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 72.4″ | 75.6″ | −3.2″ |
| Wheelbase | 112.6″ | 118.9″ | −6.3″ |
| Curb weight | 3,770 lb | 4,427 lb | −657 lb |
ROWS 3·SOURCE ForCar, computed across vehicles of similar length
FIFTH AVENUE against its rivals
| Model | Model year | Length | Width | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chrysler FIFTH AVENUE (this car) | 1989 | 206.7″ | 72.4″ | 3,770 lb |
| Dodge DIPLOMAT | 1989 | 204.7″ | 72.4″ | 3,580 lb |
| Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | 1989 | 207.5″ | 74.4″ | 4,949 lb |
ROWS 3·SOURCE NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada; rivals: same EPA class and body, most searched
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 1989 FIFTH AVENUE bigger than the 1988?
No. The 1989 and 1988 FIFTH AVENUE are the same size, within half an inch and 18 lb of each other.
Which is bigger, the FIFTH AVENUE or the Dodge DIPLOMAT?
The 1989 Dodge DIPLOMAT is 2.0″ shorter and 190 lb lighter than the 1989 FIFTH AVENUE.
Dimensions from NHTSA vPIC and Transport Canada vehicle records, manufacturer-declared for 6 FIFTH AVENUE model years, 1984 to 1989. 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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