Shopping SUVs in 2023 and feeling like Goldilocks? Here’s the quick-and-dirty size cheat sheet for Australia, so you don’t bring a shoebox to a camping trip.
| Class | Length | Width | Height | Boot (seats up) | Clearance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small SUV | 4.2–4.4 m | 1.76–1.82 m | 1.60–1.65 m | 350–430 L | 170–180 mm |
| Mid-size SUV | 4.6–4.75 m | 1.84–1.88 m | 1.65–1.70 m | 450–600 L | 180–200 mm |
| Large/7-seat SUV | 4.8–5.0 m | 1.93–2.00 m | 1.73–1.80 m | 550–700 L (5-seat), 200–300 L (7 up) | 200–230 mm |
Figures are typical ranges for mainstream models, so expect a few centimetres either way.
If you’re towing or packing prams, check payload and boot with the seats you’ll actually use; brochures are optimistic by nature.
Consult official documentation for exact figures.

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