MPGTerminal

Nissan 200SX

1984–1988 · 25 configurations

Lowest
19
Average
22
Best
26
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The Nissan 200SX has been tested by the EPA across 25 different configurations spanning model years 1984 through 1988. Over this period, the 200SX has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 19 MPG to 26 MPG, with an overall average of 22 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
1988
2L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,700192622MPG
1988
2L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,700202622MPG
1988
3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$3,150162319MPG
1988
3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$3,150172419MPG
1987
2L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,850192521MPG
1987
2L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,700192622MPG
1987
3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$3,150162419MPG
1987
3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$3,150172419MPG
1986
1.8L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,850192421MPG
1986
2L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,700192622MPG
1986
2L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,850192421MPG
1985
1.8L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,700192622MPG
1985
2L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,700192522MPG
1985
1.8L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$3,000182420MPG
1985
1.8L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,850192421MPG
1985
2L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,850192621MPG
1985
2L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,850192421MPG
1984
1.8L 4-cyl
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,850192421MPG
1984
1.8L 4-cyl
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,700202622MPG
1984
2L 4-cyl
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,500212924MPG
1984
2L 4-cyl
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,400222925MPG
1984
1.8L 4-cyl
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,850192421MPG
1984
1.8L 4-cyl
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,700202622MPG
1984
2L 4-cyl
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$2,300233026MPG
1984
2L 4-cyl
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$2,400233025MPG

Historical Efficiency

1988
22
1987
22
1986
22
1985
22
1984
26

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (200SX) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Nissan 200SX. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Nissan Nissan/Datsun 200SX/240SX grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
1
Total Deaths
1

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
0.0%
Fire Occurrence
0.0%
Speeding Involved
100.0%
DUI Involved
0.0%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

100%
Front
0%
Side
0%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2020
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
Query NHTSA FARS Database

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

1987
2
Critical
Moderate
Advisory