The current Nissan 300ZX is 169.7″ long, 70.5″ wide, on a 96.5″ wheelbase, weighing 3,153 lb. At 14.1 feet it fits a standard garage and fits a street parking space.
Every Nissan 300ZX 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985–1986 | 170.9″ | 66.5″ | 51.2″ | 91.3″ | 2,978 lb |
| 1987 | 173.6″ | 68.1″ | 51.2″ | 91.3″ | 3,164 lb |
| 1988–1989 | 177.6″ | 68.1″ | 51.6″ | 95.3″ | 3,214 lb |
| 1990–1996 | 169.7″ | 70.5″ | 49.6″ | 96.5″ | 3,153 lb |
300ZX year by year
Measured every model year, not just at generation changes — 12 years on record. Small moves inside a generation are facelifts; the jumps are new platforms.
| Model year | Length | Width | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Body styles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 171.7″ | 70.5″ | 97.6″ | 4 | |
| 1995 | 171.7″ | 70.5″ | 97.6″ | 4 | |
| 1994 | 171.7″ | 70.5″ | 97.6″ | 4 | |
| 1993 | 172.4″ | 70.5″ | 98″ | 3 | |
| 1992 | 172.4″ | 70.5″ | 98″ | 3 | |
| 1991 | 172.4″ | 70.5″ | 98″ | 3 | |
| 1990 | 172.4″ | 70.5″ | 98″ | 3 | |
| 1989 | 177.6″ | 68.1″ | 95.3″ | 2 | |
| 1988 | 177.6″ | 68.1″ | 95.3″ | 2 | |
| 1987 | 176.8″ | 68.1″ | 94.5″ | 5 | |
| 1986 | 174″ | 67.3″ | 94.5″ | 5 | |
| 1985 | 173.6″ | 66.9″ | 94.1″ | 3 |
Will a 300ZX 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 | 14.1 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 14.1 ft | Fits comfortably |
| Standard parking bay width | 8.5 ft wide | 5.9 ft | Room to open doors both sides |
Against cars of the same length
Compared with 632 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 | 70.5″ | 69.3″ | +1.2″ |
| Wheelbase | 96.5″ | 100.8″ | -4.3″ |
| Curb weight | 3,153 lb | 2,998 lb | 155 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 300ZX?
169.7″ (14′ 2″) in its current generation, 70.5″ wide and 49.6″ tall.
How much does a Nissan 300ZX weigh?
3,153 lb at the kerb, which is 6% more than the first generation we hold from 1985.
Will a 300ZX fit in a garage?
At 14.1 feet it fits a standard 20-foot single garage with room to spare. A street parking space of 18 feet is comfortable.
Has the 300ZX got bigger over the years?
Not materially, by the generations we hold.