The 2005 Pontiac Grand Am, the latest model year on record, is 186.2″ long, 70.5″ wide and 55.1″ tall on a 107.1″ wheelbase, and weighs 3,124 lb. At 15.5 ft it fits a standard garage and leaves 2.5 ft spare in an 18-foot street space.
Every Pontiac Grand Am generation, measured
The biggest change in weight came in 1992: 62 lb heavier than before.
| Generation | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973–1975 | 212.6″ | 77.6″ | 54.3″ | 116.1″ | 4,149 lb |
| 1985–1991 | 177.6″ | 66.9″ | 52.4″ | 103.5″ | 2,493 lb |
| 1992–1998 | 186.6″ | 68.5″ | 53.1″ | 103.5″ | 2,555 lb |
| 1999–2005 | 186.2″ | 70.5″ | 55.1″ | 106.7″ | 3,082 lb |
Grand Am year by year
| Model year | Length | Width | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Body styles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 186.2″ | 70.5″ | 107.1″ | 1 | |
| 2004 | 186.2″ | 70.5″ | 107.1″ | 2 | |
| 2003 | 186.2″ | 70.5″ | 107.1″ | 2 | |
| 2002 | 186.2″ | 70.5″ | 107.1″ | 2 | |
| 2001 | 186.2″ | 70.5″ | 107.1″ | 2 | |
| 2000 | 186.2″ | 70.5″ | 107.1″ | 2 | |
| 1999 | 186.2″ | 70.5″ | 106.7″ | 2 | |
| 1998 | 187″ | 68.5″ | 103.5″ | 4 | |
| 1997 | 187″ | 68.5″ | 103.5″ | 2 | |
| 1996 | 187″ | 68.5″ | 103.5″ | 2 | |
| 1995 | 187″ | 67.7″ | 103.5″ | 2 | |
| 1994 | 187″ | 67.7″ | 103.5″ | 2 | |
| 1993 | 186.6″ | 68.5″ | 103.5″ | 2 | |
| 1992 | 186.6″ | 68.5″ | 103.5″ | 2 | |
| 1991 | 177.6″ | 66.5″ | 103.5″ | 2 | |
| 1990 | 177.6″ | 66.5″ | 103.5″ | 2 | |
| 1989 | 177.6″ | 66.9″ | 103.5″ | 4 | |
| 1988 | 177.6″ | 66.5″ | 103.5″ | 4 | |
| 1987 | 177.6″ | 66.9″ | 103.5″ | 6 | |
| 1986 | 177.6″ | 66.9″ | 103.5″ | 2 | |
| 1985 | 177.6″ | 66.9″ | 103.5″ | 1 | |
| 1975 | 215″ | 77.2″ | 116.1″ | 1 | |
| 1973 | 212.6″ | 77.6″ | 116.1″ | 1 |
Grand Am on the used market
In 51 Grand Am listings we have collected since June 2026, the 1999–2005 car is the most common: 47 of them (92%), at an average asking price of $2,955.
| Generation | Listings | Share | Average asking price | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999–2005 | 47 | 92% | $2,955 | 139,111 mi |
Will a Grand Am fit
| Space | Typical size | This car | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single garage | 20 ft deep | 15.5 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 15.5 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
Among the 1,109 cars within 10″ of its length, the Grand Am is lighter than 81%.
| Measure | This car | Typical of 1,109 cars within 10″ of its length | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 70.5″ | 72.4″ | −1.9″ |
| Wheelbase | 107.1″ | 108.3″ | −1.2″ |
| Curb weight | 3,124 lb | 3,693 lb | −569 lb |
Grand Am against its rivals
| Model | Model year | Length | Width | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pontiac Grand Am (this car) | 2005 | 186.2″ | 70.5″ | 3,124 lb |
| Chevrolet Cavalier | 2005 | 182.7″ | 68.1″ | 2,694 lb |
| Toyota Camry Solara | 2004 | 192.9″ | 71.7″ | 3,325 lb |
| BMW 325xi | 2006 | 178.3″ | 71.7″ | 3,649 lb |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2005 Grand Am bigger than the 2004?
No. The 2005 and 2004 Grand Am are the same size, within half an inch and 27 lb of each other.
Which Grand Am years share the same body?
By our measurements the body changed in 1985, 1992 and 1999. Model years inside each range, such as 1999–2005, share the same dimensions; the boundaries are estimated from changes in size.
Which is bigger, the Grand Am or the Chevrolet Cavalier?
The 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier is 3.5″ shorter and 430 lb lighter than the 2005 Grand Am.
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