How big is a Ford Granada?
Across its four generations, the Ford Granada measured about 4.7 meters in length, roughly 1.7 meters in width, and about 1.4 meters in height, with a wheelbase typically around 2.6 to 2.7 meters. Exact figures vary by generation and body style, especially between sedans and estate variants.
The Granada was Ford’s European answer to a mid-to-full-size family car, produced from the early 1970s until the mid-1990s. Over its lifespan, dimensions shifted modestly as styling and engineering evolved, and estate (Turnier) versions added a bit more length. The following sections outline the size tendencies by generation to give a clear sense of its footprint on the road and in a garage.
Dimensions by generation
Mk1 Granada (1972–1980)
Exterior footprint (approximate): Length around 4,780 mm, width about 1,70–1,72 m, height around 1,41–1,43 m, wheelbase near 2,60–2,66 m. The estate variant added a small length increase relative to the saloon.
Mk2 Granada (1980–1985)
Exterior footprint (approximate): Length around 4,75–4,80 m, width about 1,70–1,72 m, height around 1,41–1,43 m, wheelbase near 2,60–2,66 m. Minor styling updates did not dramatically alter overall size, though trims could affect roofline appearance.
Mk3 Granada (1985–1990)
Exterior footprint (approximate): Length around 4,70–4,75 m, width about 1,71–1,73 m, height around 1,40–1,44 m, wheelbase near 2,59–2,66 m. This generation refined aero and packaging, with small shifts in overall length and cabin volume.
Mk4 Granada (1990–1994)
Exterior footprint (approximate): Length around 4,75–4,80 m, width about 1,72 m, height around 1,39–1,44 m, wheelbase near 2,66–2,70 m. The late-stage Granada moved toward a more modern silhouette while preserving the familiar familiar proportions.
Notes: Estate versions, marketed as Turnier or Estate, generally added a few extra centimeters to length and height, due to the extended rear cargo area. Market-specific variants could show slight deviations from these figures depending on emission standards and trim packages.
Practical implications for buyers and restorers
With a typical footprint around 4.7 meters long, the Granada sits within the range of contemporary mid-size to executive cars of its era. Parking, garage clearance, and transport considerations (especially for estate versions with longer bodywork) are practical factors to assess when shopping for a restoration project or a daily driver today.
Summary
The Ford Granada’s size is characterized by a steady mid- to late-20th-century European mid-to-full-size profile: roughly 4.7 meters long, about 1.7 meters wide, and around 1.4 meters tall, with a wheelbase near 2.6–2.7 meters. While exact numbers vary by generation and body style, the Granada’s footprint remained consistently practical for its era, and estate variants extended those dimensions modestly. For precise figures on a specific car, consult the original brochure or VIN-derived specifications.
