The current Toyota Tercel is 3,880 mm long, 1,615 mm wide and 1,385 mm tall, on a 2,430 mm wheelbase.
| Years | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Boot capacity | Turning circle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979–1981 | 3,890 | 1,555 | 1,370 | 2,500 | 675 | 9.8 |
| 1981–1982 | 3,960 | 1,555 | 1,370 | 2,500 | 450 | 9.8 |
| 1982–1988Current | 3,880 | 1,615 | 1,385 | 2,430 | 350 | 9.6 |
Exterior figures are manufacturer specifications for the Tercel, 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.