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Nissan Fuel Economy and Fuel Cost by Model

Nissan has 26 models with EPA fuel economy ratings between 2000 and 2027. In model year 2026 the combined ratings of its models run 18–33 MPG. The most efficient is the 2026 Nissan Sentra at 33 MPG, about $1,960 a year to fuel at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The cheapest to fuel is the 2026 Nissan Leaf at about $760 a year. 8 of its models offer a hybrid, plug-in hybrid or electric version.

Models

26

2000–2027

Most efficient, MY2026

33MPG

Nissan Sentra

Cheapest to fuel, MY2026

$760/yr

Nissan Leaf

Electrified models

8

hybrid, plug-in or electric

Most efficient Nissan models, MY2026

Nissan models ranked by best combined rating, MY2026
1
2026 Nissan Sentra
Midsize cars
33$1,960
2
2026 Nissan Rogue
Small SUVs
32$2,050
3
2026 Nissan Kicks
Small SUVs
31$2,110
4
2026 Nissan Altima
Midsize cars
30$2,180
5
2026 Nissan Murano
Small SUVs
23$2,840

Most efficient electric Nissan models, MY2026

Nissan models ranked by best combined rating, MY2026
1
121$760
2
2026 Nissan Ariya
Small SUVs
101$910

All Nissan models

Nissan models: latest model year ratings and annual fuel cost
ModelModel yearsPowertrainsLatest MYCombined$/yr
Nissan Rogue 2008–2026 Gas 2026 29–32 $2,050–$2,250
Nissan Sentra 2000–2027 Gas 2027 32–33 $1,960–$2,010
Nissan Altima 2000–2026 Gas 2026 28–30 $2,180–$2,320
Nissan Frontier 2000–2027 Gas 2027 18–21 $3,110–$3,600
Nissan Kicks 2018–2027 Gas 2027 30–31 $2,110–$2,160
Nissan Versa 2007–2025 Gas 2025 30–35 $1,860–$2,180
Nissan Armada 2005–2026 Gas 2026 16–18 $4,350–$5,020
Nissan Leaf 2011–2026 Electric 2026 103–121 MPGe $760–$900
Nissan Murano 2003–2027 Gas 2027 23 $2,840
Nissan Pathfinder 2000–2026 Gas 2026 21–23 $2,800–$3,820
Nissan Titan 2004–2024 Gas 2024 16–17 $4,590–$4,930
Nissan Maxima 2000–2023 Gas 2023 24 $3,350
Nissan GT-R 2009–2024 Gas 2024 18 $4,460
Nissan 370Z 2009–2021 Gas 2021 20 $4,020
Nissan Z 2023–2027 Gas 2027 18–22 $3,650–$4,460
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Nissan models: latest model year ratings and annual fuel cost (+11)
ModelModel yearsPowertrainsLatest MYCombined$/yr
Nissan Ariya2023–2026Electric202690–101 MPGe$910–$1,030
Nissan Quest2000–2017Gas201722$2,910
Nissan Rogue Sport2019–2022Gas202227–28$2,330–$2,420
Nissan Xterra2000–2015Gas201517–18$3,580–$3,880
Nissan Juke2011–2017Gas201726–29$2,730–$3,050
Nissan NV200 Cargo Van2013–2021Gas202125$2,650
Nissan NV200 NYC Taxi2015–2019Gas201924$2,700
Nissan 350Z2003–2009Gas200919–20$4,020–$4,230
Nissan Cube2009–2014Gas201427–28$2,330–$2,450
Nissan Altra EV2000–2000Electric200085 MPGe$1,100
Nissan Hyper-Mini2001–2001Electric200175 MPGe$1,240

Ratings and costs are for each model's latest model year; costs use the current EIA price set and 15,000 miles a year.

Nissan by size class

  • Small SUVs: 5
  • Midsize cars: 3
  • Standard pickups: 2
  • Small cars: 2
  • Standard SUVs: 2
  • Wagons: 5
  • Two-seaters: 4
  • Minivans: 1
  • Special purpose: 2
EPA ratings: fueleconomy.gov file of Sep 29, 2026 · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026) · residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026) · 15,000 mi/yr, 55% city / 45% highway · How we calculate

Frequently asked questions

Which Nissan gets the best gas mileage?

In model year 2026, the most efficient Nissan is the 2026 Nissan Sentra at 33 MPG combined. Next is the 2026 Nissan Rogue at 32 MPG.

What is the cheapest Nissan to fuel?

In model year 2026, the 2026 Nissan Leaf is the cheapest Nissan to fuel: about $760 a year at 15,000 miles, using residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026).

How many Nissan models does EPA rate?

EPA lists 26 Nissan models for model years 2000 to 2027. 11 of them have ratings for MY2026.

Does Nissan make hybrid or electric cars?

Yes. Hybrid: 4 models; Electric: 4 models.

What MPG do Nissan cars get?

Combined ratings across Nissan models run 18–33 MPG for MY2026, from the 2026 Nissan Armada to the 2026 Nissan Sentra.