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2012 Nissan Sentra 2.0 6MT

The 2012 Nissan Sentra 2.0 6MT is a 140-hp 2.0-liter inline-4 sedan with a 6-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $16,430 MSRP and is rated at 26 mpg combined.

It makes 140 horsepower at 5,100 rpm and 147 lb-ft of torque at 4800 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 24 mpg city and 31 mpg highway (26 mpg combined).

The Sentra measures 179.8 inches long on a 105.7-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,906 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSedan
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$16,430 ($23,257 *)
Engine
Engine Type2.0L I4
Displacement2 L
Horsepower140 hp @ 5,100 rpm
Torque147 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm
Injection TypeSequential Multi-Point Injection (SMPI)
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFront-Wheel Drive
Transmission
Transmission6-Speed Manual
1st Gear3.73
2nd Gear2.11
3rd Gear1.45
4th Gear1.17
5th Gear0.97
6th Gear0.81
Reverse3.69
Final Drive3.93
Fuel Economy
City24 MPG
Highway31 MPG
Combined26 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular
Tank Capacity14.5 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent Strut w/Coil Springs
Rear SuspensionTorsion Beam
Brakes
Front Brake Disc11.02 x 0.94 in
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front15 x 6.5 in
Wheels Rear15 x 6.5 in
Tires FrontP205/60HR15
Tires RearP205/60HR15
Dimensions & Weight
Length179.8 in
Width70.5 in
Height59.5 in
Wheelbase105.7 in
Front Track59.8 in
Rear Track60.8 in
Curb Weight2,906 lbs
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall ★★★★★
Frontal crash ★★★★★
Side crash ★★★★★
Rollover ★★★★★ (11.6 % risk)
Tested variant: 2012 Nissan Sentra 4 DR FWD

Recalls

No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2012 Nissan SENTRA.

180 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2012 Nissan SENTRA

Owner Complaints

180 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2012 Nissan SENTRA (10 mention a crash, 4 a fire, 7 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Power Train68
Engine39
Vehicle Speed Control22
Unknown Or Other21
Air Bags20
Structure17
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Aug 1, 2025 · Engine, Vehicle Speed Control
“The contact owns a 2012 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle hesitated to respond. The check engine warning light was…”
Feb 12, 2025 · Service Brakes
“My ABS light and skid light is staying on all the time.”
Nov 18, 2024 · Air Bags Crash 1 injury
“The contact owned a 2012 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while her boyfriend was driving at 40 MPH and passing a side street, another driver traveling in a Subaru failed to yield. As a result…”
Oct 30, 2024 · Vehicle Speed Control, Unknown Or Other
“car stalled no power in gas pedal traveling across for lane traffic just lost power to the gas pedal. was able to pull over and tuned off car after a few minutes of sitting power was restore and was…”
Sep 17, 2024 · Air Bags
“The contact owns a 2012 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to turn on the headlights, the air bags deployed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or…”

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 2012 NISSAN SENTRA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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