The current Nissan Micra is 150.8″ long, 65.7″ wide, on a 96.5″ wheelbase, weighing 2,302 lb. Since 1985 it has grown 1% in length and gained 55% in weight. At 12.6 feet it fits a standard garage and fits a street parking space.
Every Nissan Micra 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985–1991 | 149.2″ | 66.9″ | 55.1″ | 90.6″ | 1,488 lb |
| 2015–2020 | 150.8″ | 65.7″ | 60.2″ | 96.5″ | 2,302 lb |
From 1985 to today the Micra gained 1.6″ of length (1%) and 814 lb of weight (55%). A modern compact often outweighs the mid-size car of a generation before.
Micra year by year
Measured every model year, not just at generation changes — 13 years on record. Small moves inside a generation are facelifts; the jumps are new platforms.
| Model year | Length | Width | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Body styles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 150.8″ | 65.7″ | 96.5″ | 1 | |
| 2019 | 150.8″ | 65.7″ | 96.5″ | 1 | |
| 2018 | 150.8″ | 65.7″ | 96.5″ | 1 | |
| 2017 | 150.8″ | 65.7″ | 96.5″ | 1 | |
| 2016 | 150.8″ | 65.7″ | 96.5″ | 1 | |
| 2015 | 150.8″ | 65.7″ | 96.5″ | 1 | |
| 1991 | 149.2″ | 61.4″ | 90.6″ | 1 | |
| 1990 | 149.2″ | 61.4″ | 90.6″ | 2 | |
| 1989 | 149.2″ | 61.4″ | 90.6″ | 2 | |
| 1988 | 149.2″ | 61.4″ | 90.6″ | 2 | |
| 1987 | 149.2″ | 63.4″ | 90.6″ | 2 | |
| 1986 | 149.2″ | 66.9″ | 90.6″ | 2 | |
| 1985 | 149.2″ | 66.9″ | 90.6″ | 2 |
Will a Micra 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 | 12.6 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 12.6 ft | Fits comfortably |
| Standard parking bay width | 8.5 ft wide | 5.5 ft | Room to open doors both sides |
Against cars of the same length
Compared with 122 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 | 65.7″ | 65.4″ | +0.3″ |
| Wheelbase | 96.5″ | 94.1″ | +2.4″ |
| Curb weight | 2,302 lb | 2,423 lb | -121 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 Micra?
150.8″ (12′ 7″) in its current generation, 65.7″ wide and 60.2″ tall.
How much does a Nissan Micra weigh?
2,302 lb at the kerb, which is 55% more than the first generation we hold from 1985.
Will a Micra fit in a garage?
At 12.6 feet it fits a standard 20-foot single garage with room to spare. A street parking space of 18 feet is comfortable.
Has the Micra got bigger over the years?
Yes — 1.6″ longer and 814 lb heavier since 1985, across 2 generations. Weight grew 55%, far faster than length.