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1992 Infiniti G20 Luxury 5MT

The 1992 Infiniti G20 Luxury 5MT is a 140-hp 2.0-liter inline-4 with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $18,685 MSRP and is rated at 24 mpg combined.

It makes 140 horsepower at 6,400 rpm and 132 lb-ft of torque at 4800 rpm, spinning to a 7,500 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 21 mpg city and 29 mpg highway (24 mpg combined).

The G20 measures 174.8 inches long on a 100.4-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,745 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSedan
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$18,685 ($43,283 *)
Engine
Engine TypeSR20DE 2.0L DOHC I4
Displacement2 L
Horsepower140 hp @ 6,400 rpm
Torque132 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm
Redline7,500 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC 16-valve
Bore and Stroke86.0 x 86.0
Injection TypeSequential multi-point fuel injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
Transmission5-Speed Manual
Fuel Economy
City21 MPG
Highway29 MPG
Combined24 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular Gasoline
Tank Capacity15.9 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionMulti-link independent
Rear SuspensionIndependent MacPherson strut
Brakes
Front Brake Disc4-wheel disc with ABS
Rear Brake Disc4-wheel disc with ABS
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front14 in Aluminum Alloy
Wheels Rear14 in Aluminum Alloy
Dimensions & Weight
Length174.8 in
Width66.7 in
Height54.7 in
Wheelbase100.4 in
Cargo Volume14.2 ft³
Curb Weight2,745 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front38.8 in
Headroom Rear37.3 in
Legroom Front42 in
Legroom Rear32.2 in
Shoulder Room Front54.9 in
Shoulder Room Rear54.2 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.

Recalls

2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1992 Infiniti G20. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Apr 22, 1997 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE FOLLOWING STATES: CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, WEST VIRGINIA, WISCONSIN, AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. CORROSION OF THE FUEL FILLER TUBE ASSEMBLY CAN OCCUR, ESPECIALLY THOSE VEHICLES OPERATED IN THE "SALT BELT," RESULTING IN FUEL LEAKAGE.

Consequence: FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FUEL FILLER TUBE AND REPLACE THE TUBE WITH A NEW ONE. ANY OTHER COMPONENTS OF THE FUEL FILLER TUBE ASSEMBLY WHICH ARE DAMAGED OR DETERIORATED WILL ALSO BE REPLACED.

NHTSA campaign 97V072000

Apr 22, 1997 · SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER

THE RELEASE BUTTON USED IN THE REAR SEAT BELT BUCKLES WERE NOT MADE ACCORDING TO SPECIFICATIONS. IN HOT WEATHER, THE PLASTIC WELDS SECURING THE RELEASE BUTTON TO THE SPRING CAN FAIL RESULTING IN PARTIAL ENGAGEMENT OF THE SEAT BELT TONGUE IN THE BUCKLE OR NOT BEING ABLE TO LATCH THE SEAT BELT.

Consequence: IF A PARTIAL ENGAGEMENT OCCURS, THIS CAN CAUSE THE SEAT BELT TONGUE TO COME OUT OF THE BUCKLE IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH OR HARD BRAKING OF THE VEHICLE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE ALL REAR SEAT BELT BUCKLES WITH NEW SEAT BELT BUCKLES.

NHTSA campaign 97V071000

8 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1992 Infiniti G20

Owner Complaints

8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1992 Infiniti G20 (1 mention a crash). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Power Train3
Engine And Engine Cooling2
Seat Belts2
Equipment1
Fuel System1
Gasoline1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Jul 9, 2004 · Engine And Engine Cooling
“PROBLEMS WITH ENGINE REPLACEMENT.*MR THE CONSUMER WANTS TO KNOW WHAT CAN BE DONE ABOUT THE UNETHICAL BEHAVIOR OF A TECHNICIAN. AFTER TWO WEEKS THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD THAT THE VEHICLE WAS READY. ONCE…”
Aug 21, 2001 · Fuel System, Gasoline, Power Train, Seat Belts
“REAR SEATBELT DOES NOT BUCKLE, FUEL TANK LEAKED GAS WHERE HOSE IS ATTACHED TO TANK, TRANSMISSION FAILED TWO TIMES, WAS TOLD FROM MECHANIC THAT PUMP HOLES ARE TOO SMALL FOR OIL TO GO THROUGH.”
Sep 5, 2000 · Vehicle Speed Control Crash
“THE ACCELERATOR CABLE OF THE INFINITI G20 FROM THE FIREWALL TO THE CARBURETOR CONSISTS OF A BRAIDED STEEL CABLE IN A SOFT RUBBER SHEATH. A HARD PLASTIC PIECE CONNECTING THE ACCELERATOR CABLE TO THE…”
Mar 11, 1999 · Equipment
“WHEN THE SWITCH WAS IN ANY POSITION, INCLUDING OFF, THE FAN WOULD CONTINUE TO BLOW AT ONLY ONE SPEED. DEALER CONTACTED AND HAD VEHICLE FOR INSPECTION, THE PROBLEM IS A FIRE HAZARD AND PROBLEM STILL…”
Sep 30, 1998 · Power Train
“TRANSMISSION EXPLODED, POSSIBLY DUE TO IMPROPER OIL FLOW.”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1992 INFINITI G20. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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