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1992 Nissan 240SX Base Coupe AT

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1992 Nissan 240SX – front Unverified
Photo: 1989 Nissan 240SX SE hatchback in red, front left by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the S13 (S13, 1989–1994); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
  1. Photo: 1989 Nissan 240SX SE hatchback in red, front left by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  2. Photo: 1993 Nissan 240SX LE in Aztec Red, Front Right, 07-19-2019 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  3. Photo: Nissan 240SX - Flickr - dave 7 (1) by dave_7 from Canada, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  4. Photo: 1992 Nissan 240SX SE in Super White, Rear Right, 05-12-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  5. Photo: BAS 24, Brussels (P1170107-RR) by Matti Blume, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

The 1992 Nissan 240SX Base Coupe AT is a 155-hp 2.4-liter inline-4 coupe with a 4-speed automatic. It starts at $15,345 MSRP.

It makes 155 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and 160 lb-ft of torque at 4400 rpm.

The 240SX measures 178.0 inches long on a 97.4-inch wheelbase.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeCoupe
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$15,345 ($35,546 *)
Engine
Engine Type2.4L DOHC 16-Valve Inline-4 (KA24DE)
Displacement2.4 L
Horsepower155 hp @ 5,600 rpm
Torque160 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC, 4 valves/cylinder
Bore and Stroke89 x 96
Compression Ratio9.5 : 1
Injection TypeSequential multi-port fuel injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRear wheel drive
Transmission
Transmission4-speed automatic
Fuel Economy
Tank Capacity15.9 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent MacPherson strut
Rear SuspensionIndependent multi-link
Brakes
Front Brake DiscDisc
Rear Brake DiscDisc
Dimensions & Weight
Length178 in
Width66.5 in
Height50.8 in
Wheelbase97.4 in
Cargo Volume14.2 ft³
Interior
Headroom Front37.8 in
Headroom Rear33.3 in
Legroom Front42 in
Legroom Rear23.8 in
Shoulder Room Front52 in
Shoulder Room Rear51.8 in
Hip Room Front50.7 in
Hip Room Rear44.3 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

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Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Frontal – driver ★★★★★
Frontal – passenger ★★★★★
Side crash Not rated
Rollover Not rated
Tested variant: 1992 Nissan 240SX 2-DR. Hatchback

Recalls

No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1992 Nissan 240SX.

9 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1992 Nissan 240SX

Owner Complaints

9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1992 Nissan 240SX (1 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Engine And Engine Cooling2
Tires2
Equipment1
Hydraulic1
Seat Belts1
Service Brakes1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Oct 24, 2002 · Steering 1 injury
“INDEX AND MIDDLE FINGERS BENT AND TWISTED TOWARDS THE BABY FINGERS. SEE PHOTOS AT: HTTP://PHOTOS.YAHOO.COM/MIKETOMICH THIS INFORMATION BEING SUBMITTED ON BEHALF OF JOHN REED BY MIKE TOMICH 989…”
Apr 19, 2001 · Tires
“WHILE DRIVING OUT OF A RED LIGHT ABOUT 5 MPH LEFT REAR TIRE WAS PUNCTURED BY A NAIL ON SIDEWALL. INSURANCE COMPANY STATED THAT TIRE WORE OUT AND WAS UNEVEN, AND OVER INFLATED BY TIRE DEALER…”
Aug 13, 2000 · Tires Crash
“INTUITIVELY, I KNEW THIS WAS A MANUFACTURING DEFECT EVEN THOUGH AT THE TIME I WAS DENIED COMPENSATION OR ADJUSTMENT. I BOUGHT 4 NEW TIRES AFTER THE FAILURE OF MY FIRESTONE ATX'S BUT I SAVED THE…”
Jul 16, 2000 · Seat Belts
“THE MOTORBELT FAILED ON BOTH PASSENGER AND DRIVER SIDE. *MJS”
Jan 31, 2000 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
“ABS BRAKES FAILED. *AK”

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 NISSAN 240SX. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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