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Nissan 200SX Specs

Since 1985 the 200SX has lost 2.8″ in length and shed 88 lb, so today's car is smaller and lighter than the first one.

NHTSA vPIC · Transport Canada · 2 generations · 1985–1998 · Updated Nov 3, 2026
Quick answer

The 1998 Nissan 200SX, the latest model year on record, is 171.7″ long, 66.5″ wide and 54.3″ tall on a 100″ wheelbase, and weighs 2,436 lb. At 14.3 ft it fits a standard garage and leaves 3.7 ft spare in an 18-foot street space.

Every Nissan 200SX generation, measured

FIG.01·Nissan 200SX dimensions by generation
GenerationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weight
1985–1988174.4″73.6″52.4″95.7″2,524 lb
1995–1998170.1″66.5″54.3″100″2,330 lb
ROWS 2·SOURCE NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada

200SX year by year

FIG.02·Nissan 200SX dimensions by model year
Model yearLengthWidthWheelbaseCurb weightBody styles
1998171.7″66.5″100″2,436 lb2
1997170.1″66.5″100″2,330 lb1
1996170.1″66.5″100″2,330 lb1
1995170.1″66.5″100″2,330 lb1
1988175.6″65.7″95.7″2,778 lb2
1987175.6″65.7″95.7″2,793 lb3
1986174.4″73.6″95.7″2,685 lb2
1985174.4″73.6″95.7″2,524 lb2
ROWS 8·SOURCE Transport Canada vehicle specifications

Will a 200SX fit

FIG.02·Nissan 200SX — will it fit
SpaceTypical sizeThis carVerdict
Single garage20 ft deep14.3 ftFits, with room to open the door
Street parking space18 ft14.3 ftFits comfortably
Standard parking bay width8.5 ft wide5.5 ftRoom to open doors both sides
ROWS 3·SOURCE ForCar, computed from vehicle dimensions

Against cars of the same length

Among the 735 cars within 10″ of its length, the 200SX is lighter than 86%.

FIG.03·Nissan 200SX against similar-sized cars
MeasureThis carTypical of 735 cars within 10″ of its lengthDifference
Width66.5″70.1″−3.6″
Wheelbase100″102″−2.0″
Curb weight2,436 lb3,111 lb−675 lb
ROWS 3·SOURCE ForCar, computed across vehicles of similar length

200SX against its rivals

FIG.04·Nissan 200SX against its rivals
ModelModel yearLengthWidthCurb weight
Nissan 200SX (this car)1998171.7″66.5″2,436 lb
Toyota Tercel1999162.6″65.4″2,079 lb
BMW 328iS1999174.4″67.3″3,142 lb
ROWS 3·SOURCE NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada; rivals: same EPA class and body, most searched
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Recalls17 campaignsFuel economy29 mpg bestReliability3.5/5Common problems187 complaintsCheck a VINAgainst this exact buildCargo space17 cu ftWindow stickerOriginal Monroney labelDecode a VINWhat each character meansAbout this car1981–1998

Frequently asked questions

Is the 1998 200SX bigger than the 1997?

Yes: the 1998 model is 1.6″ longer and 106 lb heavier.

Which is bigger, the 200SX or the Toyota Tercel?

The 1999 Toyota Tercel is 9.1″ shorter and 357 lb lighter than the 1998 200SX.

Dimensions from NHTSA vPIC and Transport Canada vehicle records, manufacturer-declared for 8 200SX model years, 1985 to 1998. 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 , founder of ForCar.
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