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, 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. Small moves inside a generation are facelifts; the jumps are new platforms.
| 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. 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 | 14.7 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. 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 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.