Quick answer
The 1996 GMC Vandura, the latest model year on record, is 226.8″ long, 79.1″ wide and 85″ tall on a 142.9″ wheelbase, and weighs 5,800 lb. At 18.9 ft it fits a standard garage but overhangs an 18-foot street space.
Every GMC Vandura generation, measured
| Generation | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994–1995 | 202.4″ | 79.5″ | 81.9″ | 125.2″ | 3,993 lb |
| 1996 | 218.9″ | 79.1″ | 84.6″ | 135″ | 5,946 lb |
ROWS 2·SOURCE NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada
Vandura year by year
| Model year | Length | Width | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Body styles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 226.8″ | 79.1″ | 142.9″ | 5 | |
| 1995 | 198″ | 79.5″ | 123.6″ | 6 | |
| 1994 | 198″ | 79.5″ | 123.6″ | 6 |
ROWS 3·SOURCE Transport Canada vehicle specifications
Will a Vandura fit
| Space | Typical size | This car | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single garage | 20 ft deep | 18.9 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 18.9 ft | Overhangs — expect a tight squeeze |
| Standard parking bay width | 8.5 ft wide | 6.6 ft | Room to open doors both sides |
ROWS 3·SOURCE ForCar, computed from vehicle dimensions
Against cars of the same length
| Measure | This car | Typical of 151 cars within 10″ of its length | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 79.1″ | 79.1″ | same |
| Wheelbase | 142.9″ | 134.6″ | +8.3″ |
| Curb weight | 5,800 lb | 5,183 lb | +617 lb |
ROWS 3·SOURCE ForCar, computed across vehicles of similar length
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 1996 Vandura bigger than the 1995?
Yes: the 1996 model is 28.8″ longer and 1,439 lb heavier, because 1996 started a new generation.
Dimensions from NHTSA vPIC and Transport Canada vehicle records, manufacturer-declared for 3 Vandura model years, 1994 to 1996. 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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