Quick answer
The 2008 Dodge Magnum, the latest model year on record, is 197.2″ long, 74″ wide and 58.3″ tall on a 119.7″ wheelbase, and weighs 4,098 lb. At 16.4 ft it fits a standard garage and leaves 1.6 ft spare in an 18-foot street space.
Every Dodge Magnum generation, measured
| Generation | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978–1979 | 215.7″ | 77.2″ | 53.1″ | 115″ | 4,032 lb |
| 2005–2008 | 197.2″ | 74″ | 58.3″ | 119.7″ | 4,001 lb |
ROWS 2·SOURCE NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada
Magnum year by year
| Model year | Length | Width | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Body styles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 197.2″ | 74″ | 119.7″ | 3 | |
| 2007 | 197.2″ | 74″ | 119.7″ | 3 | |
| 2006 | 197.2″ | 74″ | 119.7″ | 3 | |
| 2005 | 197.2″ | 74″ | 119.7″ | 2 | |
| 1979 | 215.7″ | 77.2″ | 115″ | 1 | |
| 1978 | 215.7″ | 77.2″ | 115″ | 1 |
ROWS 6·SOURCE Transport Canada vehicle specifications
Magnum on the used market
In 94 Magnum listings we have collected since June 2026, the 2005–2008 car is the most common: 89 of them (95%), at an average asking price of $8,652.
| Generation | Listings | Share | Average asking price | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005–2008 | 89 | 95% | $8,652 | 131,670 mi |
| Other years | 5 | 5% | $3,110 | 541,753 mi |
ROWS 2·SOURCE ForCar, US used-car listings collected since June 2026
Will a Magnum fit
| Space | Typical size | This car | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single garage | 20 ft deep | 16.4 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 16.4 ft | Fits comfortably |
| Standard parking bay width | 8.5 ft wide | 6.2 ft | Room to open doors both sides |
ROWS 3·SOURCE ForCar, computed from vehicle dimensions
Against cars of the same length
Among the 873 cars within 10″ of its length, the Magnum has a longer wheelbase than 86%.
| Measure | This car | Typical of 873 cars within 10″ of its length | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 74″ | 74″ | same |
| Wheelbase | 119.7″ | 113.4″ | +6.3″ |
| Curb weight | 4,098 lb | 4,116 lb | −18 lb |
ROWS 3·SOURCE ForCar, computed across vehicles of similar length
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2008 Magnum bigger than the 2007?
No. The 2008 and 2007 Magnum are the same size and weight.
Dimensions from NHTSA vPIC and Transport Canada vehicle records, manufacturer-declared for 6 Magnum model years, 1978 to 2008. 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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