The current Ford Aerostar is 182.7″ long, 72″ wide, on a 118.9″ wheelbase, weighing 3,424 lb. Since 1985 it has grown 5% in length and gained 0% in weight. At 15.2 feet it fits a standard garage and fits a street parking space.
Every Ford Aerostar 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985–1988 | 174.8″ | 71.7″ | 72″ | 118.9″ | — |
| 1989–1990 | 182.7″ | 72″ | 73.2″ | 118.9″ | 3,316 lb |
| 1991–1993 | 174.8″ | 71.7″ | 72.8″ | 118.9″ | 3,492 lb |
| 1994–1997 | 182.7″ | 72″ | 72.8″ | 118.9″ | 3,424 lb |
From 1985 to today the Aerostar gained 7.9″ of length (5%) and 0 lb of weight (0%). A modern compact often outweighs the mid-size car of a generation before.
Aerostar year by year
Measured every model year, not just at generation changes — 13 years on record. Small moves inside a generation are facelifts; the jumps are new platforms.
| Model year | Length | Width | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Body styles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 182.7″ | 72″ | 118.9″ | 4 | |
| 1996 | 182.7″ | 72″ | 118.9″ | 4 | |
| 1995 | 182.7″ | 72″ | 118.9″ | 4 | |
| 1994 | 182.7″ | 72″ | 118.9″ | 6 | |
| 1993 | 181.5″ | 71.7″ | 118.9″ | 7 | |
| 1992 | 181.5″ | 71.7″ | 118.9″ | 7 | |
| 1991 | 181.5″ | 71.7″ | 118.9″ | 7 | |
| 1990 | 182.7″ | 72″ | 118.9″ | 6 | |
| 1989 | 182.7″ | 72″ | 118.9″ | 4 | |
| 1988 | 174.8″ | 71.7″ | 118.9″ | 2 | |
| 1987 | 174.8″ | 71.7″ | 118.9″ | 1 | |
| 1986 | 174.8″ | 71.7″ | 118.9″ | 1 | |
| 1985 | 174.8″ | 71.7″ | 118.9″ | 1 |
Will a Aerostar 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 | 15.2 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 15.2 ft | Fits comfortably |
| Standard parking bay width | 8.5 ft wide | 6 ft | Room to open doors both sides |
Against cars of the same length
Compared with 1,025 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 | 72″ | 71.7″ | +0.3″ |
| Wheelbase | 118.9″ | 106.7″ | +12.2″ |
| Curb weight | 3,424 lb | 3,530 lb | -106 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 Ford Aerostar?
182.7″ (15′ 3″) in its current generation, 72″ wide and 72.8″ tall.
How much does a Ford Aerostar weigh?
3,424 lb at the kerb.
Will a Aerostar fit in a garage?
At 15.2 feet it fits a standard 20-foot single garage with room to spare. A street parking space of 18 feet is comfortable.
Has the Aerostar got bigger over the years?
Yes — 7.9″ longer and 0 lb heavier since 1985, across 4 generations. Weight grew 0%, far faster than length.