Nissan Sentra B12
The Nissan Sentra B12 (1987–1990): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 5 versions in the United States.
Model codes: B12 · Sold in: United States
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | – | 4,125–4,374 mm |
| Width | – | 1,641–1,666 mm |
| Height | – | 1,326–1,405 mm |
| Wheelbase | – | 2,431 mm |
| Seats and space | ||
| Luggage space (EPA) | 311–680 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 2,039–2,577 L EPA | – |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia, US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
153 complaints for model years 1987–1990. 18 crashes · 10 fires · 23 injuries · 3 deaths
- Seat belts 62
- Engine 29
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 5 versions of the Nissan Sentra B12
United States 5 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988–1992(FFS) | 1.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 28 MPG (8.4 L/100 km) EPA | 197 g/km |
| 1987–1990(FFS) | 1.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 26–31 MPG (7.6–9.0 L/100 km) EPA | 178–212 g/km |
| 1987–1990(FFS) | 1.6 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 24–25 MPG (9.4–9.8 L/100 km) EPA | 221–230 g/km |
| 1987–1989(FFS) | 1.6 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Four- or all-wheel drive | 23–24 MPG (9.8–10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 230–240 g/km |
| 1989(FFS) | 1.6 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.