6m × 6m
Best for: Two standard cars
Not ideal for: Ute + trailer or longer setups
View 6m × 6m
A 6m wide double carport is the standard size for two cars, utes or a car plus trailer — giving you enough space to park, open doors and move around comfortably.
One car is easy. Two cars is where space becomes the real issue — doors hitting each other, one sitting half outside, and the whole setup feeling like a compromise. The extra width makes everyday use practical, not frustrating.
These are sold as DIY relocatable shelter kits — not certified permanent carports. Council rules vary by area and setup, so always check with your local council before you buy. If you need a certified permanent carport, view our Carport Kits range.
For two vehicles, 6m width is the standard. Choose 6m, 7.5m or 9m length depending on whether you need simple parking or extra space for a ute, trailer or storage.
The problem usually isn’t getting two vehicles under cover. It’s getting two vehicles under cover in a way that still works day to day.
One ends up half outside, doors hit each other, and the whole space feels tight. A double-width shelter fixes that. Both vehicles in, doors open, done.
A ute takes up more room than people expect, especially once mirrors, trays and door clearance come into it. Extra width makes the setup usable, not just covered.
A lot of buyers don’t need two cars under it — they need one car and one trailer, or one ute and extra covered space beside it. That’s where the wider footprint matters.
On bigger properties, people usually want practical covered parking without paying for a full shed build. A double shelter gives you usable space without calling a builder or pouring a slab.
Three sizes. Pick by length and how you actually plan to use the second bay.
Best for: Two standard cars
Not ideal for: Ute + trailer or longer setups
View 6m × 6m
Best for: Ute + car or extra working room
Not ideal for: Full-size trailer setups
View 6m × 7.5m
Best for: Trailer, caravan or larger setups
Not ideal for: Standard car parking only
View 6m × 9mMost people measure the cars and stop there. The problems show up later — when you can't open the door properly or someone has to squeeze past every time.
A double setup needs around 6m clear width — not including walls or obstacles.
Getting both cars in is usually fine. Getting out every morning without hitting a door on something — that's where most setups fall short.
Use your longest car or ute as the reference — not the shortest one.
Parking takes 30 seconds. You deal with the rest every day.
The questions most people wish they'd asked before ordering.
Because the width you measure is not the space you actually use. Door opening, mirrors and daily movement take more room than people expect. A 6m span works, but it’s the minimum. If your driveway is closer to 5.5m, it will feel tight every day.
Fitting two cars is the easy part. If you can't open the door without hitting the other car, you'll know about it by day three.
Yes. If you match the exact vehicle length, you leave no room for movement, storage or future upgrades. Adding 300–600mm buffer makes everyday use far more practical.
It depends on length, not just width. Utes and trailers often require 7.5m or more. If you plan to unhitch or access the rear, a 9m setup is usually the safer choice.
Measuring the cars only. Most problems show up the first morning — when someone can't get out without reversing first.
Compare sizes and layouts across our portable carport range to find the right setup for your space.