The current Ford Probe is 178.7″ long, 69.7″ wide, on a 102.8″ wheelbase, weighing 2,619 lb. Since 1989 it has grown 1% in length and gained -4% in weight. At 14.9 feet it fits a standard garage and fits a street parking space.
Every Ford Probe 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989–1992 | 177.2″ | ″ | 52″ | 99.2″ | 2,716 lb |
| 1993–1997 | 178.7″ | 69.7″ | 51.6″ | 102.8″ | 2,619 lb |
From 1989 to today the Probe gained 1.6″ of length (1%) and -97 lb of weight (-4%). A modern compact often outweighs the mid-size car of a generation before.
Probe year by year
Measured every model year, not just at generation changes — 9 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 | 179.1″ | 69.7″ | 102.8″ | 2 | |
| 1996 | 179.1″ | 69.7″ | 102.8″ | 2 | |
| 1995 | 178.7″ | 69.7″ | 102.8″ | 2 | |
| 1994 | 178.7″ | 69.7″ | 102.8″ | 2 | |
| 1993 | 178.7″ | 69.7″ | 102.8″ | 2 | |
| 1992 | 177.2″ | 68.1″ | 99.2″ | 3 | |
| 1991 | 177.2″ | 68.1″ | 99.2″ | 3 | |
| 1990 | 177.2″ | 68.1″ | 99.2″ | 3 | |
| 1989 | 177.2″ | ″ | 99.2″ | 1 |
Will a Probe 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 | 14.9 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 14.9 ft | Fits comfortably |
| Standard parking bay width | 8.5 ft wide | 5.8 ft | Room to open doors both sides |
Against cars of the same length
Compared with 931 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 | 69.7″ | 71.3″ | -1.6″ |
| Wheelbase | 102.8″ | 105.1″ | -2.3″ |
| Curb weight | 2,619 lb | 3,371 lb | -752 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 Probe?
178.7″ (14′ 11″) in its current generation, 69.7″ wide and 51.6″ tall.
How much does a Ford Probe weigh?
2,619 lb at the kerb.
Will a Probe fit in a garage?
At 14.9 feet it fits a standard 20-foot single garage with room to spare. A street parking space of 18 feet is comfortable.
Has the Probe got bigger over the years?
Yes — 1.6″ longer and -97 lb heavier since 1989, across 2 generations. Weight grew -4%, far faster than length.