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Compare 2012 Nissan Sentra specifications by trim levels

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Sentra is a 5-seat Sedan from Nissan, which first hit the market back in 1999.

With the price tag ranging from $16,430 to $20,990, the Nissan Sentra faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like Acura RSX, Chevrolet Cruze, Chevrolet Cobalt, Dodge Dart.

Overview

Wheels

Bulb Size

The Nissan Sentra has a maximum towing capacity of 1000 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.

The Nissan Sentra boasts the average fuel economy anywhere from 28 to 34 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.

The maximum width and height is 70.50mm x 180.10mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.

Key Specs of 2012 Nissan Sentra

  • Fuel Tank: 14.5 gal

  • Wheelbase: 105.7 in

  • MPG: 24 city/31 hwy

  • 0-60 mph: 9.6 sec

  • Ground clearance: 7.3 in

  • Towing: 1000 lbs

  • Towing capacity: 1000 lbs

  • Curb: 2906 lbs

  • Tires: P205/60HR15.0 BSW AS

  • Cargo: 13.1 cu.ft

  • Passenger capacity: 5

  • Dimensions(LxWxH): from 179.8 x 70.5 x 59.1



2012 Nissan Sentra Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures

The Nissan Sentra is offered in 6 trim levels. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades

Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about Nissan Sentra safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.

Compare the Nissan Sentra specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.

Specs

    • Main Info

    • Body Style Sedan

    • Doors 4

    • Engine

    • Horsepower 140 hp –
      200 hp

    • Torque 147 lb-ft. –
      180 lb-ft.

    • 0-60mph / 0-100kmh 6.9 - 9.6 sec

    • 1/4 mile time 15.5 - 17.1 sec

    • Dimensions

    • Length 179.8 in

    • Width 70.5 in

    • Height 59.5 in

    • Wheelbase 105.7 in

    • Curb Weight 2906 lbs

    • GVWR 3950 lbs

    • Towing capacity 1000 lbs

    • Ground clearance 7.3 in

    • Turning radius 17.7 ft

    • CAPACITY

    • Seats 5

    • Passenger volume 97

    • FUEL

    • Fuel tank 14.5 gal

    • City 21 - 27 mpg

    • Combined 25 - 31 mpg

    • Highway 28 - 34 mpg

    • Highway range 406 - 493 mi



Specifications

2.0 4dr Sedan

2.0 S 4dr Sedan

2.0 SR 4dr Sedan

2.0 SL 4dr Sedan
Exterior length
179.80 in 179.80 in 180.10 in 179.80 in
Exterior body width
70.50 in 70.50 in 70.50 in 70.50 in
Exterior height
59.50 in 59.50 in 59.50 in 59.50 in
Horsepower
140 140 140 140
Torque
147 147 147 147
Fuel economy - city
24 mpg 27 mpg 27 mpg 27 mpg
Fuel economy - highway
31 mpg 34 mpg 34 mpg 34 mpg
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s)
9.60 seconds 8.60 seconds 8.60 seconds 8.60 seconds
1/4 mile time
17.10 seconds 16.70 seconds 16.70 seconds 16.70 seconds
1/4 mile speed
81 mph 81 mph 81 mph 81 mph
Lateral acceleration (g)
0.80 0.90 0.90 0.90
Slalom speed
60 mph 60 mph 60 mph 60 mph
Bore-and-Stroke
3.31/3.55 " 3.31/3.55 " 3.31/3.55 " 3.31/3.55 "
Curb weight
2906.00 lbs 2990.00 lbs 2993.00 lbs 2997.00 lbs
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)
3950.00 lbs 3950.00 lbs 3950.00 lbs 3950.00 lbs
Maximum Trailer Weight
1000.00 lbs. 1000.00 lbs. 1000.00 lbs. 1000.00 lbs.
Wheelbase
105.70 in 105.70 in 105.70 in 105.70 in
Front track
59.80 " 59.80 " 59.80 " 59.80 "
Rear track
60.80 " 60.80 " 60.80 " 60.80 "
Turning radius
17.70 17.70 17.70 17.70
Ground clearance
7.30 in 7.40 in 7.40 in 7.40 in
Front legroom
42.40 in 42.40 in 42.40 in 42.40 in
Rear legroom
34.50 in 34.50 in 34.50 in 34.50 in
Front headroom
40.60 in 40.60 in 40.60 in 40.60 in
Rear headroom
37.30 in 37.30 in 37.30 in 37.30 in
Front hip room
54.10 in 54.10 in 54.10 in 54.10 in
Rear hip room
53.00 in 53.00 in 53.00 in 53.00 in
Front shoulder room
56.90 in 56.90 in 56.90 in 56.90 in
Rear shoulder room
55.10 in 55.10 in 55.10 in 55.10 in
Luggage volume
13.10 cu.ft. 13.10 cu.ft. 13.10 cu.ft. 13.10 cu.ft.
Luggage volume (max)
13.10 cu.ft. 13.10 cu.ft. 13.10 cu.ft. 13.10 cu.ft.
Passenger volume
97 cu.ft. 98 cu.ft. 98 cu.ft. 98 cu.ft.
Fuel tank
14.50 gal. 14.50 gal. 14.50 gal. 14.50 gal.
Drag coefficient
0.35 0.35 0.35 0.35

SE-R 4dr Sedan

SE-R Spec V 4dr Sedan
Exterior length
180.10 in 180.10 in
Exterior body width
70.50 in 70.50 in
Exterior height
59.50 in 59.10 in
Horsepower
177 200
Torque
172 180
Fuel economy - city
24 mpg 21 mpg
Fuel economy - highway
30 mpg 28 mpg
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s)
7.80 seconds 6.90 seconds
1/4 mile time
16.10 seconds 15.50 seconds
1/4 mile speed
84 mph 90 mph
Lateral acceleration (g)
0.90 0.90
Slalom speed
61 mph 61 mph
Bore-and-Stroke
3.50/3.94 " 3.50/3.94 "
Curb weight
3131.00 lbs 3109.00 lbs
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)
4065.00 lbs 4065.00 lbs
Maximum Trailer Weight
1000.00 lbs. 1000.00 lbs.
Wheelbase
105.70 in 105.70 in
Front track
59.50 " 59.50 "
Rear track
60.40 " 60.40 "
Turning radius
17.70 17.70
Ground clearance
7.40 in 7.40 in
Front legroom
42.40 in 42.40 in
Rear legroom
34.50 in 34.50 in
Front headroom
40.60 in 40.60 in
Rear headroom
37.30 in 37.30 in
Front hip room
54.10 in 54.10 in
Rear hip room
53.00 in 53.00 in
Front shoulder room
56.90 in 56.90 in
Rear shoulder room
55.10 in 55.10 in
Luggage volume
13.10 cu.ft. 12.00 cu.ft.
Luggage volume (max)
13.10 cu.ft. 12.00 cu.ft.
Passenger volume
98 cu.ft. 98 cu.ft.
Fuel tank
14.50 gal. 14.50 gal.
Drag coefficient
0.34 0.34

Interior Features

2.0 4dr Sedan

2.0 S 4dr Sedan

2.0 SR 4dr Sedan

2.0 SL 4dr Sedan
12V DC power outlet
1 2 2 2
Seatback storage pockets
1 1 1 –

SE-R 4dr Sedan

SE-R Spec V 4dr Sedan
12V DC power outlet
2 2
Seatback storage pockets
2 2

Exterior Features

2.0 4dr Sedan

2.0 S 4dr Sedan

2.0 SR 4dr Sedan

2.0 SL 4dr Sedan
Door count
4 doors 4 doors 4 doors 4 doors
Front tires
P205/60HR15.0 BSW AS P205/55HR16.0 BSW AS P205/55HR16.0 BSW AS P205/55HR16.0 BSW AS
Wheels
15" steel 16" steel 16" silver aluminum 16" silver aluminum
Sunroof
1st row regular power sliding and tilting glass 1st row regular power sliding and tilting glass – –

SE-R 4dr Sedan

SE-R Spec V 4dr Sedan
Door count
4 doors 4 doors
Sunroof
1st row regular power sliding and tilting glass 1st row regular power sliding and tilting glass
Front tires
P225/45VR17.0 BSW AS P225/45WR17.0 BSW performance
Wheels
17" silver aluminum 17" silver aluminum

Seats

2.0 4dr Sedan

2.0 S 4dr Sedan

2.0 SR 4dr Sedan

2.0 SL 4dr Sedan
Standard seating
5 5 5 5

SE-R 4dr Sedan

SE-R Spec V 4dr Sedan
Standard seating
5 5

Entertainment System

2.0 4dr Sedan

2.0 S 4dr Sedan

2.0 SR 4dr Sedan

2.0 SL 4dr Sedan
Speakers
4 6 6 6
1st row LCD screen
1 1 1 –
Amplifier
Rockford Fosgate – – –

SE-R 4dr Sedan

SE-R Spec V 4dr Sedan
Speakers
6 6
Amplifier
Rockford Fosgate Rockford Fosgate
1st row LCD screen
1 1

Safety and Security Features

2.0 4dr Sedan

2.0 S 4dr Sedan

2.0 SR 4dr Sedan

2.0 SL 4dr Sedan

SE-R 4dr Sedan

SE-R Spec V 4dr Sedan

Mechanical Features

2.0 4dr Sedan

2.0 S 4dr Sedan

2.0 SR 4dr Sedan

2.0 SL 4dr Sedan
Axle ratio
3.93 5.41 5.41 5.41

SE-R 4dr Sedan

SE-R Spec V 4dr Sedan
Axle ratio
5.41 4.43

Other Specs

2.0 4dr Sedan

2.0 S 4dr Sedan

2.0 SR 4dr Sedan

2.0 SL 4dr Sedan
Maximum towing capacity
1000 lbs. 1000 lbs. 1000 lbs. 1000 lbs.

SE-R 4dr Sedan

SE-R Spec V 4dr Sedan
Maximum towing capacity
1000 lbs. 1000 lbs.