Nissan 240SX

19891998 · 19 configurations

Lowest
20
Average
21
Best
22

The Nissan 240SX has been tested by the EPA across 19 different configurations spanning model years 1989 through 1998. Over this period, the 240SX has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 20 MPG to 22 MPG, with an overall average of 21 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
1998
2.4L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,300192421MPG
1998
2.4L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,150202522MPG
1997
2.4L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,300192421MPG
1997
2.4L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,150192622MPG
1996
2.4L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,450182420MPG
1996
2.4L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,150192622MPG
1995
2.4L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,450182420MPG
1995
2.4L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,150192622MPG
1994
2.4L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,450182320MPG
1993
2.4L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,450182420MPG
1993
2.4L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,150192622MPG
1992
2.4L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,450182420MPG
1992
2.4L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,300192521MPG
1991
2.4L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,300182521MPG
1991
2.4L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,150192622MPG
1990
2.4L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,000182320MPG
1990
2.4L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,000182420MPG
1989
2.4L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,000182320MPG
1989
2.4L 4-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdRegular
$3,000182420MPG

Historical Efficiency

1998
22
1997
22
1996
22
1995
22
1994
20
1993
22
1992
21
1991
22
1990
20
1989
20

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (240SX) 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 240SX. 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
71
Total Deaths
59

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
12.7%
Fire Occurrence
4.2%
Speeding Involved
19.7%
DUI Involved
18.3%
Primary Impact Zone

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

73%
Front
10%
Side
18%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
1.67
2022
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
1.33
2021
Fatal Crashes9
Fatalities
8
Deaths/Crash
0.89
2020
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2019
Fatal Crashes7
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
0.57
2018
Fatal Crashes6
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2017
Fatal Crashes9
Fatalities
8
Deaths/Crash
0.89
2016
Fatal Crashes6
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2015
Fatal Crashes10
Fatalities
9
Deaths/Crash
0.90
2014
Fatal Crashes15
Fatalities
10
Deaths/Crash
0.67

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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Historical Severity Timeline

1995
1
1989
1
Critical
Moderate
Advisory