2012 Nissan Sentra Dimensions, Sizes & Specifications
Based on 6 trims — exact values when identical, ranges when trims differ. Generation: Sixth generation (B16) - Facelift.
- Length179.8 in – 180.1 in
- Width70.5 in
- Height59.1 in – 59.5 in
- Wheelbase105.7 in
- Ground clearance7.3 in – 7.4 in
- Curb weight2,906 lb – 3,131 lb
- Length179.8 in – 180.1 in
- Height59.1 in – 59.5 in
- Wheelbase105.7 in
- Ground clearance7.3 in – 7.4 in
- Curb weight2,906 lb – 3,131 lb
- Width70.5 in
Proportional exterior silhouette from catalog length, width and height. The explorer below is a systems map — different purpose, not a second silhouette.
Explore your 2012 Nissan Sentra
Interactive systems diagram for this model year — measure, check fitment, and open the matching SpecSizes tools. Schematic only; not photorealistic body styling.
- Dimensions
- Wheels
- Tires
- Wipers
- Battery
- Oil
- Interior
Available for this vehicle
- Dimensions
- Wheels
- Tires
- Wipers
- Battery
- Oil
- Interior
Select a system below or on the diagram. This schematic marks measurement areas — it is not body-accurate styling.
Catalog summaries
Exterior: 179.8 in – 180.1 in · 70.5 in · 59.1 in – 59.5 in. Full dimensions
Wheels: bolt pattern 5x114.3, bore 66.1 mm. Wheel sizes
Tires: P205/60HR15.0 BSW AS, P205/55HR16.0 BSW AS, P225/45VR17.0 BSW AS, P225/45WR17.0 BSW performance…. Tire sizes
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- Check oil capacityCapacity & viscosity
- Check wheel sizeBolt pattern, bore, offset
- Wheel fitment & interchangeCompare donor or custom wheels
Exterior dimensions
| Length | 179.8 in – 180.1 in |
|---|---|
| Width | 70.5 in |
| Height | 59.1 in – 59.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.7 in |
| Ground clearance | 7.3 in – 7.4 in |
Interior dimensions
| Front headroom | 40.6 in |
|---|---|
| Rear headroom | 37.3 in |
| Front legroom | 42.4 in |
| Rear legroom | 34.5 in |
| Front shoulder room | 56.9 in |
| Rear shoulder room | 55.1 in |
| Front hip room | 54.1 in |
| Rear hip room | 53.0 in |
| Passenger volume | 97.0 cu ft – 98.0 cu ft |
| Luggage volume | 12.0 cu ft – 13.1 cu ft |
Weight & capacities
| Curb weight | 2,906 lb – 3,131 lb |
|---|---|
| GVWR | 3,950 lb – 4,065 lb |
| Fuel tank | 14.5 gal |
| Max towing capacity | 1,000 lb |
Engine
| Torque | 147 – 180 lb-ft |
|---|
Torque shown in lb-ft as stored in the catalog.
Wheels, tires & maintenance sizes
Tire sizes Full tire size page → · Wheel fitment →
- P205/60HR15.0 BSW AS
- P205/55HR16.0 BSW AS
- P225/45VR17.0 BSW AS
- P225/45WR17.0 BSW performance
- 195/65R15
- 205/50R17
- 205/55R16
- 215/35R19
- 215/45R18
- 225/30R20
Wiper sizes Full wiper size page →
- Driver26"
- Passenger17"
Battery group size Full battery size page →
- 26R-3
- 35-2
- 35-AGM
- 96R-3
Oil capacity Full oil capacity page →
- 5W-304.5 qt
- 5W-304.1 qt
Trim-by-trim dimensions (6 trims)
| Trim | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Clearance | Curb wt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 4dr Sedan | 179.8 | 70.5 | 59.5 | 105.7 | 7.3 | 2906 |
| 2.0 S 4dr Sedan | 179.8 | 70.5 | 59.5 | 105.7 | 7.4 | 2990 |
| 2.0 SL 4dr Sedan | 179.8 | 70.5 | 59.5 | 105.7 | 7.4 | 2997 |
| 2.0 SR 4dr Sedan | 180.1 | 70.5 | 59.5 | 105.7 | 7.4 | 2993 |
| SE-R 4dr Sedan | 180.1 | 70.5 | 59.5 | 105.7 | 7.4 | 3131 |
| SE-R Spec V 4dr Sedan | 180.1 | 70.5 | 59.1 | 105.7 | 7.4 | 3109 |
Values in inches / pounds as stored. Ranges above reflect trim variation.
Same generation (Sixth generation (B16) - Facelift): years 2010–2012. View model overview