Nissan Sentra B16

Nissan Sentra B16
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The Nissan Sentra B16 (2007–2012): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 11 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: B16 · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,570 mm TC–
Width1,790 mm TC1,791 mm
Height1,510 mm TC–
Wheelbase2,690 mm TC2,685 mm
Front track1,510 mm TC–
Rear track1,530 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,296–1,393 kg TC–
Seats and space
Luggage space (EPA)368 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)2,747 L EPA–

NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2011–2012: ★★★★☆

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia, US EPA fuel economy data, NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

841 complaints for model years 2007–2012. 90 crashes · 27 fires · 90 injuries · 3 deaths

  • Airbags 178
  • Engine 148
  • Transmission and drivetrain 131
  • Electrical system 120
  • Steering 78
  • Speed control 54

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 11 versions of the Nissan Sentra B16

United States 7 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 versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2009–20122.0 LPetrolContinuously variable (CVT)Front-wheel drive29 MPG (8.1 L/100 km) EPA190 g/km
2007–20122.0 LPetrol6-speed manualFront-wheel drive26–27 MPG (8.7–9.0 L/100 km) EPA205–212 g/km
2010–2012PR2.5 LPetrol6-speed manualFront-wheel drive24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA230 g/km
2011–20122.5 LPetrolContinuously variable (CVT)Front-wheel drive26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA212 g/km
2007–2010VMODE CLKUP2.5 LPetrolContinuously variable (CVT)Front-wheel drive26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA212 g/km
2007–2009VMODE CLKUP2.0 LPetrolContinuously variable (CVT)Front-wheel drive28 MPG (8.4 L/100 km) EPA197 g/km
2007–20092.5 LPetrol6-speed manualFront-wheel drive24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA230 g/km

Canada 4 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2007–2012Mid-size2.0 LPetrolContinuously variable (CVT)7.9–8.4 L/100 km 5-cycle182–193 g/km
2007–2012Mid-size2.0 LPetrol6-speed manual8.7–8.9 L/100 km 5-cycle200–205 g/km
2008–2012Mid-size2.5 LPetrolContinuously variable (CVT)8.9–9.0 L/100 km 5-cycle205–207 g/km
2008–2012Mid-size2.5 LPetrol6-speed manual9.8–9.9 L/100 km 5-cycle225–228 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.