The current Jeep Liberty is 176.8″ long, 72.4″ wide, on a 105.9″ wheelbase, weighing 4,127 lb. Since 2002 it has grown 6% in length and gained 0% in weight. At 14.7 feet it fits a standard garage and fits a street parking space.
Every Jeep Liberty generation, measured
One row per generation. Watch the weight column — that is where most of the change happens for the Jeep Liberty, 11 lb of it since 2002, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002–2007 | 166.1″ | 71.7″ | 70.9″ | 104.3″ | 4,116 lb |
| 2008–2012 | 176.8″ | 72.4″ | 71.3″ | 105.9″ | 4,127 lb |
From 2002 to today the Liberty gained 10.6″ of length (6%) and 11 lb of weight (0%). A modern compact often outweighs the mid-size car of a generation before.
Liberty year by year
Measured every model year, not just at generation changes — 11 years on record for the Jeep Liberty. Small moves inside a generation are facelifts; the jumps are the 2 new platforms below.
| Model year | Length | Width | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Body styles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 176.8″ | 72.4″ | 105.9″ | 1 | |
| 2011 | 176.8″ | 72.4″ | 105.9″ | 1 | |
| 2010 | 176.8″ | 72.4″ | 105.9″ | 1 | |
| 2009 | 176.8″ | 72.4″ | 105.9″ | 1 | |
| 2008 | 176.8″ | 72.4″ | 105.9″ | 1 | |
| 2007 | 166.1″ | 71.7″ | 104.3″ | 1 | |
| 2006 | 166.1″ | 71.7″ | 104.3″ | 1 | |
| 2005 | 166.1″ | 71.7″ | 104.3″ | 2 | |
| 2004 | 166.1″ | 71.7″ | 104.3″ | 2 | |
| 2003 | 166.1″ | 71.7″ | 104.3″ | 2 | |
| 2002 | 166.1″ | 71.7″ | 104.3″ | 1 |
Will a Liberty fit
The practical question behind every dimensions search, and for a 14.7-foot Jeep Liberty it has a straight answer. A single-car garage in the US is typically 20 feet deep and a street parking space about 18, so the Liberty clears the garage by 4.3 ft. We allow a foot of clearance in both — nobody parks to the millimetre.
| Space | Typical size | This car | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single garage | 20 ft deep | 14.7 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 14.7 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 870 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 | 72.4″ | 70.9″ | +1.5″ |
| Wheelbase | 105.9″ | 104.3″ | +1.6″ |
| Curb weight | 4,127 lb | 3,289 lb | 838 lb |
A longer wheelbase for the same overall length means shorter overhangs — usually more cabin space and a steadier ride. At 4,127 lb the Jeep Liberty is 838 lb heavier than typical for its size, which generally shows up as fuel economy and stopping distance.
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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, 11 measured model years for the Jeep Liberty between 2002 and 2012.
One row per generation, not per model year: manufacturers rarely change the body between facelifts, and the Jeep Liberty fits into 2 rows instead of 11. Where a generation offered several body styles, the figures are the base measurements for that generation of the Jeep Liberty.
Frequently asked questions
How long is a Jeep Liberty?
176.8″ (14′ 9″) in its current generation, 72.4″ wide and 71.3″ tall.
How much does a Jeep Liberty weigh?
4,127 lb at the kerb.
Will a Liberty fit in a garage?
At 14.7 feet it fits a standard 20-foot single garage with room to spare. A street parking space of 18 feet is comfortable.
Has the Liberty got bigger over the years?
Yes — 10.6″ longer and 11 lb heavier since 2002, across 2 generations. Weight grew 0%, far faster than length.
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