2012 Nissan Sentra Key Dimensions and Specifications
| Engine | MR20DE 2.0-litre DOHC inline 4-cylinder 140 horsepower @ 5100 RPM 147 lb-ft torque @ 4800 RPM |
| Transmission | Standard 6-speed manual Available Nissan Xtronic CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) |
| Platform | Nissan “C” platform |
| Drive Configuration | Front engine/front-wheel drive |
| Suspension | Independent front strut with coil springs, stabilizer bar Torsion beam rear suspension with integral stabilizer bar |
| Steering | Electric power assist steering (EPS) |
| Brakes | Power-assisted front vented disc/rear drum with standard Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) |
| Wheels/Tires | Standard 15-inch steel wheels with covers and 205/60HR15 all-season tires, 16-inch alloy wheels and P205/55 HR16 all-season tires on 2.0 S models (also available in Value Option Package on 2.0 model) |
| Wheelbase | 105.7 inches/2,685 mm |
| Length | 179.8 inches/4,567 mm |
| Width | 70.5 inches/1,791 mm |
| Height | 59.5 inches/1,511 mm |
| Select Exterior Features | Dynamic styling incorporating Nissan design language, including Nissan signature grille and headlights, crisp character lines and high rear deck, power heated outside mirrors and power windows with driver’s auto up/down in 2.0 VOP package. Choice of eight exterior colours and two interior colours. |
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
| Front Head Room | 40.6 inches/1,031 mm |
| Front Leg Room | 42.4 inches/1,077 mm |
| Rear Head Room | 39.5 inches/1004 mm |
| Rear Leg Room | 34.5 inches/876 mm |
| Interior Volume | 97.4 cubic feet / 2,758 L |
| Cargo Volume | 13.1 cubic feet / 371 L |
| Select Interior Features | Spacious, refined cabin, driver-oriented instrument panel with large gauges, instrument panel mounted shifter, large centre console with flexible storage, available 60/40 split double-fold rear seat with large trunk pass-through opening and available innovative Divide-N-Hide™ trunk divider with hidden storage compartment, oversized glove compartment with lock, rear armrest with cupholders, configurable front cupholders, available leather-appointed seating with a choice of two leather colours, illuminated vanity mirrors (2.0 S Convenience and Luxury Packages), available premium Rockford Fosgate™ audio system with, 6–speakers, 4.3-inch colour display screen, RDS, MP3/WMA playback capability, iPod® interface, outside temperature and trip computer available on 2.0 S model. |
| Safety | Standard Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) and Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD). Standard Power Door locks with Auto-locking feature. Standard Advanced Air Bag System (AABS) featuring dual-stage front supplemental air bags with Occupant Classification System for the front seat passenger, front seat side-impact supplemental air bags for chest protection, roof-mounted curtain side-impact air bags for front and rear outboard occupant head protection, front seat Active Head Restraints, and Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) and Traction Control Systems (TCS) on the 2.0 model. |
| Security | Standard engine immobilizer vehicle anti-theft system |
| Fuel Economy | |
| Automatic | City: 7.6 L/100 (37 Imp MPG) HWY: 5.7 L/100 (50 Imp MPG) |
| Manual | City: 8.5 L/100 (33 Imp MPG) HWY: 6.5 L/100 (43 Imp MPG) |
After a successful debut in 2007, the Nissan Sentra returns in 2012 - designed specifically for those in need of a vehicle to fit their active lifestyles.
