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2012 Nissan Sentra MPG & fuel economy

The 2012 Nissan Sentra is a midsize car offered in 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 29 MPG combined (26 city / 34 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 24 to 29 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2011 model. Among 50 midsize cars rated for 2012, it ranks 12th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,603 a year to fuel.

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Combined 29 MPG 26 MPG city · 34 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $1,603 15,000 mi/yr · $10.69 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2012 #12 of 50 Midsize Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2012 Nissan Sentra's fuel average is 12.3 km/L (8.1 L/100 km), or 29 MPG combined: 11.1 km/L in the city and 14.5 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City2611.19.0
Highway3414.56.9
Combined2912.38.1

How it ranks among 2012 Midsize Cars

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  1. 1Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid95 MPGe + 50 MPG $888
  2. 2Nissan Leaf99 MPGe $918
  3. 3Toyota Prius48 MPG $969
  4. 4Toyota Camry Hybrid40 MPG $1,162
  5. 5Ford Fusion Hybrid38 MPG $1,224
  6. 12Nissan Sentra29 MPG $1,603
  7. 50Ferrari FF13 MPG $4,558
2012 SentraOther midsize carsClass median: $1,980/yr

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

Sentra MPG across model years

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4 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl · CVT
Sentra		 Gas 26 MPG 34 MPG 29 MPG — $1,603
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual
Sentra		 Gas 24 MPG 30 MPG 26 MPG — $1,788
FWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · CVT
Sentra		 Gas 23 MPG 30 MPG 26 MPG — $1,788
FWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual
Sentra		 Gas 21 MPG 28 MPG 24 MPG — $2,469

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.0L 4-cyl
Transmission
CVT
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
97 cu ft
Cargo volume
13 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
306 g/mi

2012 Nissan Sentra vs. rivals

vs Buick Regal Hybrid 28 MPG · $1,661/yr Sentra saves $57/yr vs Buick LaCrosse Hybrid 28 MPG · $1,661/yr Sentra saves $57/yr vs Hyundai Elantra 32 MPG · $1,453/yr Elantra saves $150/yr vs Volkswagen Passat Diesel 34 MPG · $1,632/yr Sentra saves $29/yr vs Chevrolet Malibu 26 MPG · $1,788/yr Sentra saves $185/yr vs Toyota Camry 28 MPG · $1,661/yr Sentra saves $57/yr vs Chevrolet Cruze 32 MPG · $1,453/yr Cruze saves $150/yr vs Chevrolet Sonic 32 MPG · $1,453/yr Sonic saves $150/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2012 Nissan Sentra?

Up to 29 MPG combined (26 city / 34 highway); ratings range from 24 to 29 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2012 Nissan Sentra use?

Regular gasoline.

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

The 2012 Nissan Sentra's fuel average is 12.3 km/L (8.1 L/100 km), or 29 MPG combined: 11.1 km/L in the city and 14.5 km/L on the highway.

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

About $1,603 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $10.69 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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