2012 Nissan Sentra MPG
Official EPA fuel-economy rating for the 2012 Nissan Sentra.
EPA combined fuel economy
24–29MPG
combined (55% city / 45% hwy)
City
24
MPG
Highway
30
MPG
Engine
2–2.5L
Cylinders
4
Drive
FrontWD
Class
Midsize Cars
Running cost
Estimated annual fuel cost
Per year
$1,946
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel used
556 gal
per year
At gas price
$3.50
per gallon
Based on 27 MPG combined and 15,000 miles per year. Adjust for your local gas price and annual mileage.
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FAQ
2012 Nissan Sentra
- How many MPG does a 2012 Nissan Sentra get?
- The 2012 Nissan Sentra gets 24–29 MPG combined according to the EPA — about 24 MPG in the city and 30 MPG on the highway, depending on trim (4 configurations). Combined MPG is a 55% city / 45% highway blend.
- What is the annual fuel cost for a 2012 Nissan Sentra?
- Driving 15,000 miles a year at 27 MPG combined, the 2012 Nissan Sentra uses about 556 gallons of fuel per year — roughly $1,946 at $3.50/gallon. Your real cost varies with local gas prices and driving style.
- What is the difference between city and highway MPG on the 2012 Nissan Sentra?
- The 2012 Nissan Sentra returns 24 MPG city and 30 MPG highway. Highway is higher because steady-speed cruising avoids the stop-and-go acceleration that burns fuel in city driving. The 24–29 MPG combined figure blends the two.
- Is 27 MPG good for a midsize cars?
- For a midsize cars, 27 MPG combined is about average. Hybrid trims and smaller engines, where offered, return better numbers.
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