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 for the Nissan Micra, 814 lb of it since 1985, 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 for the Nissan Micra. Small moves inside a generation are facelifts; the jumps are the 2 new platforms below.
| 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, and for a 12.6-foot Nissan Micra 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 Micra clears the garage by 6.4 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 | 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. At 2,302 lb the Nissan Micra is 121 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, 13 measured model years for the Nissan Micra between 1985 and 2020.
One row per generation, not per model year: manufacturers rarely change the body between facelifts, and the Nissan Micra fits into 2 rows instead of 13. Where a generation offered several body styles, the figures are the base measurements for that generation of the Nissan Micra.
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.
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