The current Peugeot 305 is 4,260 mm long, 1,634 mm wide and — mm tall, on a 2,621 mm wheelbase. It has grown 2 cm longer since the 1978 305.
| Years | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Boot capacity | Turning circle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978–1982 | 4,237 | 1,630 | 1,402 | 2,620 | 464 | 10.8 |
| 1982–1987Current | 4,260 | 1,634 | — | 2,621 | 464 | 10.9 |
Exterior figures are manufacturer specifications for the 305, averaged per generation across its variants and shown for the most common body style. Generations with the same size are merged. Boot capacity is the seats-up figure where the manufacturer quotes one.