What is the Nissan 240SX?
The Nissan 240SX is a North American sports car with a 2.4 L petrol engine. It shares its name and roots with Nissan’s Silvia sports-car line, though the 240SX was tailored for the US and Canadian markets.
The model’s compact shape and rear-wheel drive gave it a clear sporting character. It came in coupe and hatchback forms, with styling that evolved between its two generations.
What are the 240SX generations?
The S13 generation ran from 1989 to 1994. Its coupe and hatchback body styles gave the model two distinct profiles. The S14 followed from 1995 to 1998, with a rounder, more modern design.
Both generations belong to Nissan’s S-platform sports-car family. The S14 was the final 240SX generation in North America.
Engines and fuel consumption
The listed US and Canadian ranges use a 2.4 L petrol engine. In the United States, the best combined EPA rating is 22 MPG, with a lowest listed consumption of 10.7 L/100 km. EPA figures follow the US test procedure.
Canadian figures show a lowest consumption of 10.8 L/100 km on the NRCan 5-cycle test. EPA and Canadian results use different test procedures, so the ratings are best read within their respective markets.
Where was the 240SX sold?
The 240SX was sold in the United States and Canada. The US range spans 1989–1998 and includes 12 versions; the Canadian range covers 1995–1998 and includes 6.
Questions and answers
What engine does the Nissan 240SX have?
The listed US and Canadian versions use a 2.4 L petrol engine.
What is the 240SX’s best combined EPA fuel economy?
The best combined EPA rating is 22 MPG.
When was the S14 240SX sold?
The S14 generation ran from 1995 to 1998.
