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Rolls-Royce Corniche Specs

Since 1972 the Corniche has grown 3.9″ in length and gained 472 lb.

NHTSA vPIC · Transport Canada · 3 generations · 1972–1989 · Updated Nov 4, 2026
Quick answer

The 1989 Rolls-Royce Corniche, the latest model year on record, is 207.5″ long, 72.4″ wide and 59.8″ tall on a 120.5″ wheelbase, and weighs 5,203 lb. At 17.3 ft it fits a standard garage but overhangs an 18-foot street space.

Every Rolls-Royce Corniche generation, measured

FIG.01·Rolls-Royce Corniche dimensions by generation
GenerationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weight
1972–1978203.5″72″58.7″119.7″4,731 lb
1981–1982207.5″72.8″59.4″119.3″5,004 lb
1985–1989204.7″72″59.8″120.1″5,335 lb
ROWS 3·SOURCE NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada

Corniche year by year

FIG.02·Rolls-Royce Corniche dimensions by model year
Model yearLengthWidthWheelbaseCurb weightBody styles
1989207.5″72.4″120.5″5,203 lb1
1988207.5″72.4″120.5″5,203 lb1
1987204.7″72.4″120.5″5,203 lb1
1986204.7″72″120.1″5,335 lb1
1985204.7″72″120.1″5,335 lb1
1982207.5″72.8″119.3″5,004 lb2
1981207.5″72.8″119.3″5,004 lb2
1978207.5″72.8″119.3″5,000 lb2
1977207.5″72.8″119.3″5,000 lb2
1976207.5″72.8″119.3″5,000 lb2
1975207.5″72″120.1″5,000 lb2
1974207.5″72″119.7″4,815 lb2
1973203.5″72″119.7″4,731 lb2
1972203.5″72″119.7″4,731 lb2
ROWS 14·SOURCE Transport Canada vehicle specifications

Will a Corniche fit

FIG.02·Rolls-Royce Corniche — will it fit
SpaceTypical sizeThis carVerdict
Single garage20 ft deep17.3 ftFits, with room to open the door
Street parking space18 ft17.3 ftOverhangs — expect a tight squeeze
Standard parking bay width8.5 ft wide6 ftRoom to open doors both sides
ROWS 3·SOURCE ForCar, computed from vehicle dimensions

Against cars of the same length

Among the 439 cars within 10″ of its length, the Corniche is heavier than 81% and narrower than 82%.

FIG.03·Rolls-Royce Corniche against similar-sized cars
MeasureThis carTypical of 439 cars within 10″ of its lengthDifference
Width72.4″75.6″−3.2″
Wheelbase120.5″119.3″+1.2″
Curb weight5,203 lb4,440 lb+763 lb
ROWS 3·SOURCE ForCar, computed across vehicles of similar length
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Frequently asked questions

Is the 1989 Corniche bigger than the 1988?

No. The 1989 and 1988 Corniche are the same size and weight.

Dimensions from NHTSA vPIC and Transport Canada vehicle records, manufacturer-declared for 14 Corniche model years, 1972 to 1989. Metric values converted to inches and pounds; generation boundaries are estimated from changes in size (how we measure). Last updated Nov 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.
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