The current Nissan 240SX is 179.9″ long, 68.1″ wide, on a 99.6″ wheelbase, weighing 2,800 lb. Since 1989 it has grown 1% in length and gained 5% in weight. At 15 feet it fits a standard garage and fits a street parking space.
Every Nissan 240SX 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989–1993 | 178″ | 66.5″ | 50.8″ | 97.6″ | 2,674 lb |
| 1995–1997 | 177.2″ | 68.1″ | 50.8″ | 99.6″ | 2,813 lb |
| 1998 | 179.9″ | 68.1″ | 50.8″ | 99.6″ | 2,800 lb |
From 1989 to today the 240SX gained 2″ of length (1%) and 126 lb of weight (5%). A modern compact often outweighs the mid-size car of a generation before.
240SX year by year
Measured every model year, not just at generation changes — 9 years on record. Small moves inside a generation are facelifts; the jumps are new platforms.
| Model year | Length | Width | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Body styles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 179.9″ | 68.1″ | 99.6″ | 1 | |
| 1997 | 177.2″ | 68.1″ | 99.6″ | 1 | |
| 1996 | 177.2″ | 68.1″ | 99.6″ | 1 | |
| 1995 | 177.2″ | 68.1″ | 99.6″ | 1 | |
| 1993 | 178″ | 66.5″ | 97.6″ | 3 | |
| 1992 | 178″ | 66.5″ | 97.6″ | 2 | |
| 1991 | 178″ | 66.5″ | 97.6″ | 2 | |
| 1990 | 178″ | 66.5″ | 97.6″ | 2 | |
| 1989 | 178″ | 66.5″ | 97.6″ | 2 |
Will a 240SX 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 | 15 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 15 ft | Fits comfortably |
| Standard parking bay width | 8.5 ft wide | 5.7 ft | Room to open doors both sides |
Against cars of the same length
Compared with 955 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 | 68.1″ | 71.3″ | -3.2″ |
| Wheelbase | 99.6″ | 105.5″ | -5.9″ |
| Curb weight | 2,800 lb | 3,424 lb | -624 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 Nissan 240SX?
179.9″ (14′ 12″) in its current generation, 68.1″ wide and 50.8″ tall.
How much does a Nissan 240SX weigh?
2,800 lb at the kerb, which is 5% more than the first generation we hold from 1989.
Will a 240SX fit in a garage?
At 15 feet it fits a standard 20-foot single garage with room to spare. A street parking space of 18 feet is comfortable.
Has the 240SX got bigger over the years?
Yes — 2″ longer and 126 lb heavier since 1989, across 3 generations. Weight grew 5%, far faster than length.