The current Kia Spectra is 176.8″ long, 67.7″ wide, on a 102″ wheelbase, weighing 2,844 lb. At 14.7 feet it fits a standard garage and fits a street parking space.
Every Kia Spectra 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002–2004 | 177.6″ | 67.7″ | 55.9″ | 100.8″ | 2,672 lb |
| 2005 | 174″ | 68.1″ | 57.9″ | 102.4″ | 2,773 lb |
| 2006–2009 | 176.8″ | 67.7″ | 57.9″ | 102″ | 2,844 lb |
Spectra year by year
Measured every model year, not just at generation changes — 8 years on record. Small moves inside a generation are facelifts; the jumps are new platforms.
| Model year | Length | Width | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Body styles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 174.8″ | 68.1″ | 102.4″ | 3 | |
| 2008 | 174.8″ | 68.1″ | 102.4″ | 3 | |
| 2007 | 174.8″ | 68.1″ | 102.4″ | 3 | |
| 2006 | 174.8″ | 68.1″ | 102.4″ | 3 | |
| 2005 | 174″ | 68.1″ | 102.4″ | 2 | |
| 2004 | 178″ | 67.7″ | 100.4″ | 3 | |
| 2003 | 178″ | 67.7″ | 100.4″ | 3 | |
| 2002 | 178″ | 67.7″ | 100.4″ | 3 |
Will a Spectra 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 | 5.6 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 | 67.7″ | 70.9″ | -3.2″ |
| Wheelbase | 102″ | 104.3″ | -2.3″ |
| Curb weight | 2,844 lb | 3,289 lb | -445 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 Kia Spectra?
176.8″ (14′ 9″) in its current generation, 67.7″ wide and 57.9″ tall.
How much does a Kia Spectra weigh?
2,844 lb at the kerb, which is 6% more than the first generation we hold from 2002.
Will a Spectra 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 Spectra got bigger over the years?
Not materially, by the generations we hold.