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2009 Nissan Sentra MPG & fuel economy

The 2009 Nissan Sentra is a midsize car offered in 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 29 MPG combined (26 city / 34 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 24 to 29 MPG. That's up 1 MPG from the 2008 model. Among 43 midsize cars rated for 2009, it ranks 5th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,603 a year to fuel.

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Combined 29 MPG 26 MPG city · 34 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $1,603 15,000 mi/yr · $10.69 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2009 #5 of 43 Midsize Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2009 Nissan Sentra's fuel average is 12.3 km/L (8.1 L/100 km), or 29 MPG combined: 11.1 km/L in the city and 14.5 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City2611.19.0
Highway3414.56.9
Combined2912.38.1

How it ranks among 2009 Midsize Cars

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  1. 1Toyota Prius46 MPG $1,011
  2. 2Toyota Camry Hybrid34 MPG $1,368
  3. 3Nissan Altima Hybrid34 MPG $1,368
  4. 4Nissan Versa30 MPG $1,550
  5. 5Nissan Sentra29 MPG $1,603
  6. 43Bentley Continental Flying Spur12 MPG $4,938
2009 SentraOther midsize carsClass median: $2,214/yr

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Sentra MPG across model years

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5 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl · CVT
Sentra FE		 Gas 26 MPG 34 MPG 29 MPG — $1,603
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl · CVT
Sentra		 Gas 25 MPG 33 MPG 28 MPG — $1,661
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual
Sentra		 Gas 24 MPG 31 MPG 27 MPG — $1,722
FWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · CVT
Sentra		 Gas 24 MPG 30 MPG 26 MPG — $1,788
FWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual
Sentra		 Gas 21 MPG 29 MPG 24 MPG — $2,469

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.0L 4-cyl
Transmission
CVT
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
97 cu ft
Cargo volume
13 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
306 g/mi

2009 Nissan Sentra vs. rivals

vs Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid 29 MPG · $1,603/yr Same fuel cost vs Saturn Aura Hybrid 29 MPG · $1,603/yr Same fuel cost vs Hyundai Elantra 28 MPG · $1,661/yr Sentra saves $57/yr vs Kia Spectra 27 MPG · $1,722/yr Sentra saves $119/yr vs Chevrolet Malibu 26 MPG · $1,788/yr Sentra saves $185/yr vs Saturn Aura 26 MPG · $1,788/yr Sentra saves $185/yr vs Toyota Camry Hybrid 34 MPG · $1,368/yr Camry Hybrid saves $236/yr vs Toyota Prius 46 MPG · $1,011/yr Prius saves $593/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2009 Nissan Sentra?

Up to 29 MPG combined (26 city / 34 highway); ratings range from 24 to 29 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2009 Nissan Sentra use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2009 Nissan Sentra?

The 2009 Nissan Sentra's fuel average is 12.3 km/L (8.1 L/100 km), or 29 MPG combined: 11.1 km/L in the city and 14.5 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2009 Nissan Sentra per year?

About $1,603 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $10.69 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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