Nissan · 1984–1986 · Diesel
Nissan Sentra Diesel MPG by year
The EPA has rated 3 model years of the Nissan Sentra Diesel, from 1984 to 1986. The most fuel-efficient year is the 1984, at 41 MPG combined in its best configuration. The 1986 model is 67% more efficient than the median subcompact car that year (40 vs. 24 MPG).
Combined MPG by model year
- Sentra Diesel, most efficient version
- Range across configurations
- Class median
Shaded band: range across that year's configurations. Class median: same-year models in the same class, rated in MPG. Click a point to open that model year; the table below lists every value.
Every Sentra Diesel model year
| Year | Type | Best combined | City / Hwy | Class median | Range | Configs | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | Diesel | 40 MPG | 37 / 45 | 24 | — | 1 | $1,388 |
| 1985 | Diesel | 40 MPG | 38 / 44 | 24 | — | 2 | $1,388 |
| 1984 | Diesel | 41 MPG lowest 30 |
37 / 46 | 23 | — | 6 | $1,354 |
Fuel cost uses today's default prices for every year so model years compare like for like. Sort any column.
Compare Sentra Diesel model years
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Frequently asked questions
Which Nissan Sentra Diesel year has the best fuel economy?
The 1984 Nissan Sentra Diesel, rated up to 41 MPG combined. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.70/gal diesel fuel, that works out to about $1,354 a year.
Which Nissan Sentra Diesel year has the worst fuel economy?
The 1985 model, whose most efficient version is rated 40 MPG combined (about $1,388 a year to fuel).
What is the fuel economy of the latest Nissan Sentra Diesel?
The 1986 Nissan Sentra Diesel is rated up to 40 MPG combined.