The current Mercedes-Benz 560 is 203.9″ long, 72″ wide, on a 116.9″ wheelbase, weighing 3,913 lb. Since 1986 it has grown 2% in length and gained -1% in weight. At 17 feet it fits a standard garage and fits a street parking space.
Every Mercedes-Benz 560 generation, measured
One row per generation. Watch the weight column — that is where most of the change happens for the Mercedes-Benz 560, -44 lb of it since 1986, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986–1989 | 199.2″ | 71.7″ | 55.5″ | 112.2″ | 3,957 lb |
| 1990–1991 | 203.9″ | 72″ | 55.9″ | 116.9″ | 3,913 lb |
From 1986 to today the 560 gained 4.7″ of length (2%) and -44 lb of weight (-1%). A modern compact often outweighs the mid-size car of a generation before.
560 year by year
Measured every model year, not just at generation changes — 6 years on record for the Mercedes-Benz 560. Small moves inside a generation are facelifts; the jumps are the 2 new platforms below.
| Model year | Length | Width | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Body styles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 203.9″ | 72″ | 116.9″ | 2 | |
| 1990 | 203.9″ | 72″ | 116.9″ | 2 | |
| 1989 | 196.1″ | 71.3″ | 110.2″ | 3 | |
| 1988 | 196.1″ | 71.3″ | 110.2″ | 3 | |
| 1987 | 196.1″ | 71.3″ | 109.8″ | 3 | |
| 1986 | 196.1″ | 71.3″ | 109.8″ | 3 |
Will a 560 fit
The practical question behind every dimensions search, and for a 17-foot Mercedes-Benz 560 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 560 clears the garage by 2 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 | 17 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 17 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 553 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″ | 75.2″ | -3.2″ |
| Wheelbase | 116.9″ | 117.7″ | -0.8″ |
| Curb weight | 3,913 lb | 4,345 lb | -432 lb |
A longer wheelbase for the same overall length means shorter overhangs — usually more cabin space and a steadier ride. At 3,913 lb the Mercedes-Benz 560 is 432 lb lighter 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, 6 measured model years for the Mercedes-Benz 560 between 1986 and 1991.
One row per generation, not per model year: manufacturers rarely change the body between facelifts, and the Mercedes-Benz 560 fits into 2 rows instead of 6. Where a generation offered several body styles, the figures are the base measurements for that generation of the Mercedes-Benz 560.
Frequently asked questions
How long is a Mercedes-Benz 560?
203.9″ (16′ 12″) in its current generation, 72″ wide and 55.9″ tall.
How much does a Mercedes-Benz 560 weigh?
3,913 lb at the kerb.
Will a 560 fit in a garage?
At 17 feet it fits a standard 20-foot single garage with room to spare. A street parking space of 18 feet is comfortable.
Has the 560 got bigger over the years?
Yes — 4.7″ longer and -44 lb heavier since 1986, across 2 generations. Weight grew -1%, far faster than length.
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