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2012 Nissan Altima MPG & fuel economy

The 2012 Nissan Altima is a subcompact car offered in 6 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 26 MPG combined (23 city / 31 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 21 to 26 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2011 model. Among 36 subcompact cars rated for 2012, it ranks 6th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,788 a year to fuel.

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Combined 26 MPG 23 MPG city · 31 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $1,788 15,000 mi/yr · $11.92 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2012 #6 of 36 Subcompact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2012 Nissan Altima's fuel average is 11.1 km/L (9.0 L/100 km), or 26 MPG combined: 9.8 km/L in the city and 13.2 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City239.810.2
Highway3113.27.6
Combined2611.19.0

How it ranks among 2012 Subcompact Cars

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  1. 1Mitsubishi i-MiEV112 MPGe $810
  2. 2CODA Automotive Coda73 MPGe $1,242
  3. 3Scion iQ37 MPG $1,257
  4. 4Ford Fiesta32 MPG $1,453
  5. 5Scion xD29 MPG $1,603
  6. 6Nissan Altima26 MPG $1,788
  7. 36Bentley Continental Supersports Convertible14 MPG $4,232
2012 AltimaOther subcompact carsClass median: $2,522/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

Altima MPG across model years

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6 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · CVT
Altima Coupe		 Gas 23 MPG 31 MPG 26 MPG — $1,788
FWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual
Altima Coupe		 Gas 23 MPG 31 MPG 26 MPG — $1,788
FWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · CVT
Altima		 Gas 23 MPG 32 MPG 26 MPG — $1,788
FWD · 3.5L 6-cyl · CVT
Altima Coupe		 Gas 20 MPG 27 MPG 23 MPG — $2,022
FWD · 3.5L 6-cyl · CVT
Altima		 Gas 20 MPG 27 MPG 22 MPG — $2,114
FWD · 3.5L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual
Altima Coupe		 Gas 18 MPG 27 MPG 21 MPG — $2,214

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.5L 4-cyl
Transmission
CVT
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
89 cu ft
Cargo volume
8 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
342 g/mi

2012 Nissan Altima vs. rivals

vs Volkswagen Beetle 25 MPG · $1,860/yr Altima saves $72/yr vs Scion xD 29 MPG · $1,603/yr xD saves $185/yr vs Ford Mustang 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Altima saves $233/yr vs MINI Clubman 30 MPG · $1,975/yr Altima saves $187/yr vs Ford Fiesta 32 MPG · $1,453/yr Fiesta saves $335/yr vs Fiat 500 32 MPG · $1,852/yr Altima saves $63/yr vs Mitsubishi Eclipse 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Altima saves $233/yr vs Mitsubishi i-MiEV 112 MPGe · $810/yr i-MiEV saves $978/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2012 Nissan Altima?

Up to 26 MPG combined (23 city / 31 highway); ratings range from 21 to 26 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2012 Nissan Altima use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2012 Nissan Altima?

The 2012 Nissan Altima's fuel average is 11.1 km/L (9.0 L/100 km), or 26 MPG combined: 9.8 km/L in the city and 13.2 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2012 Nissan Altima per year?

About $1,788 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $11.92 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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