The current Dodge Monaco is 218.1″ long, 77.6″ wide, on a 117.3″ wheelbase, weighing 3,979 lb. At 18.2 feet it fits a standard garage and overhangs a street parking space.
Every Dodge Monaco 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | 220.1″ | 79.1″ | 54.7″ | 122″ | 4,145 lb |
| 1972 | 224″ | 79.5″ | 56.3″ | 122″ | 4,341 lb |
| 1973 | 229.5″ | 79.5″ | 57.1″ | 122″ | 4,365 lb |
| 1974 | 221.7″ | 79.5″ | 56.7″ | 122″ | 4,592 lb |
| 1976 | 227.6″ | 79.9″ | 56.3″ | 122.8″ | 4,619 lb |
| 1977–1978 | 218.1″ | 77.6″ | 53.9″ | 117.3″ | 3,979 lb |
Monaco year by year
Measured every model year, not just at generation changes — 7 years on record. Small moves inside a generation are facelifts; the jumps are new platforms.
| Model year | Length | Width | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Body styles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | 218.9″ | 78″ | 116.5″ | 3 | |
| 1977 | 219.3″ | 78″ | 116.5″ | 3 | |
| 1976 | 227.6″ | 79.9″ | 122.8″ | 2 | |
| 1974 | 221.7″ | 79.5″ | 122″ | 2 | |
| 1973 | 229.5″ | 79.5″ | 122″ | 2 | |
| 1972 | 224″ | 79.5″ | 122″ | 2 | |
| 1971 | 220.1″ | 79.1″ | 122″ | 1 |
Will a Monaco 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 | 18.2 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 18.2 ft | Overhangs — expect a tight squeeze |
| Standard parking bay width | 8.5 ft wide | 6.5 ft | Room to open doors both sides |
Against cars of the same length
Compared with 220 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 | 77.6″ | 78″ | -0.4″ |
| Wheelbase | 117.3″ | 126.4″ | -9.1″ |
| Curb weight | 3,979 lb | 4,771 lb | -792 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.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is a Dodge Monaco?
218.1″ (18′ 2″) in its current generation, 77.6″ wide and 53.9″ tall.
How much does a Dodge Monaco weigh?
3,979 lb at the kerb.
Will a Monaco fit in a garage?
At 18.2 feet it fits a standard 20-foot single garage with room to spare. A street parking space of 18 feet will be a squeeze.
Has the Monaco got bigger over the years?
Not materially, by the generations we hold.