# Nissan cars

Every Nissan car sold in the US, with the official EPA figures.

- **Models:** 6
- **Hybrid options:** 0
- **Electric options:** 2

## Quick answer

Nissan sells 6 cars in the US for 2026: ARIYA, Murano, Z, LEAF, Altima and Sentra. The most fuel-efficient is the Sentra at up to 33 mpg combined. The longest-range EV is the LEAF at up to 303 miles.

## Every Nissan car compared

| Model | Size class | Powertrains | Drive | Fuel economy | EV range | Fuel cost / year | Years |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [ARIYA](/vehicles/nissan-ariya) | -- | Electric | AWD, FWD | 90-101 MPGe | 289 mi | $750-$850 | 2023-present |
| [Murano](/vehicles/nissan-murano) | -- | Gas | AWD | 23 mpg | -- | $2,900 | 2015-present |
| [Z](/vehicles/nissan-z) | Two-seater | Gas | RWD | 18-22 mpg | -- | $3,750-$4,550 | 2023-present |
| [LEAF](/vehicles/nissan-leaf) | Small wagon | Electric | FWD | 103-121 MPGe | 303 mi | $650-$750 | 2023-present |
| [Altima](/vehicles/nissan-altima) | Midsize car | Gas | AWD, FWD | 28-30 mpg | -- | $2,250-$2,400 | 2015-present |
| [Sentra](/vehicles/nissan-sentra) | Midsize car | Gas | FWD | 32-33 mpg | -- | $2,050-$2,100 | 2015-present |

EPA combined ratings. MPGe is the EPA efficiency measure for electric cars. Models, size classes, powertrains, drivetrains, mpg and range from the EPA/DOE fueleconomy.gov dataset (model years 2021-2027). Heavy-duty pickups are exempt from EPA labels and are listed by hand.

## Nissan cars, model by model

**[ARIYA](/vehicles/nissan-ariya).** The 2026 ARIYA is an electric vehicle with AWD or FWD. It reaches up to 289 miles of EPA range and takes about 14.0 hours to charge on a 240-volt Level 2 charger. EPA puts its annual fuel cost at $750-$850. It has been in the EPA data since 2023.

**[Murano](/vehicles/nissan-murano).** The 2027 Murano is a vehicle offered with 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, in AWD. Its most efficient version is rated 21 mpg city and 27 highway (23 combined). EPA puts its annual fuel cost at $2,900. It has been in the EPA data since 2015.

**[Z](/vehicles/nissan-z).** The 2027 Z is a two-seater offered with 3.0L V6 turbo, in RWD. Its most efficient version is rated 19 mpg city and 28 highway (22 combined). EPA puts its annual fuel cost at $3,750-$4,550. It has been in the EPA data since 2023.

**[LEAF](/vehicles/nissan-leaf).** The 2026 LEAF is an electric small wagon with FWD. It reaches up to 303 miles of EPA range and takes about 12.0 hours to charge on a 240-volt Level 2 charger. EPA puts its annual fuel cost at $650-$750. It has been in the EPA data since 2023.

**[Altima](/vehicles/nissan-altima).** The 2026 Altima is a midsize car offered with 2.5L 4-cyl, in AWD or FWD. Its most efficient version is rated 26 mpg city and 36 highway (30 combined). EPA puts its annual fuel cost at $2,250-$2,400. It has been in the EPA data since 2015.

**[Sentra](/vehicles/nissan-sentra).** The 2027 Sentra is a midsize car offered with 2.0L 4-cyl, in FWD. Its most efficient version is rated 30 mpg city and 38 highway (33 combined). EPA puts its annual fuel cost at $2,050-$2,100. It has been in the EPA data since 2015.

## Which Nissan car is cheapest to run?

1. **LEAF:** $650-$750 a year in fuel (103-121 MPGe)
2. **ARIYA:** $750-$850 a year in fuel (90-101 MPGe)
3. **Sentra:** $2,050-$2,100 a year in fuel (32-33 mpg)
4. **Altima:** $2,250-$2,400 a year in fuel (28-30 mpg)
5. **Murano:** $2,900 a year in fuel (23 mpg)
6. **Z:** $3,750-$4,550 a year in fuel (18-22 mpg)

EPA annual fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles a year, 55% city and 45% highway, at national average fuel and electricity prices.

## Nissan cars from smallest to largest

1. **Two-seater:** Z
2. **Small wagon:** LEAF
3. **Midsize car:** Altima, Sentra

## Recently discontinued Nissan cars

| Model | Size class | Powertrains | Fuel economy | Years |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Versa](/vehicles/nissan-versa) | Compact car | Gas | 30-35 mpg | 2015-2025 |
| [GT-R](/vehicles/nissan-gt-r) | Subcompact car | Gas | 18 mpg | 2015-2024 |
| [Maxima](/vehicles/nissan-maxima) | Midsize car | Gas | 24 mpg | 2016-2023 |
| [Leaf](/vehicles/nissan-leaf) | Midsize car | Electric | 104-111 MPGe | 2015-2022 |
| [Rogue Sport](/vehicles/nissan-rogue-sport) | Small wagon | Gas | 27-28 mpg | 2019-2022 |
| [370Z](/vehicles/nissan-370z) | Two-seater | Gas | 20 mpg | 2015-2021 |

## Frequently asked questions

### How many cars does Nissan make?

Nissan sells 6 cars in the US for the 2026 model year: ARIYA, Murano, Z, LEAF, Altima and Sentra. Recently discontinued: Versa (last 2025), GT-R (last 2024), Maxima (last 2023), Leaf (last 2022), Rogue Sport (last 2022) and 370Z (last 2021).

### What is the most fuel-efficient Nissan car?

The Nissan Sentra has the highest EPA rating in the 2026 lineup, up to 33 mpg combined. Ratings depend on engine and drivetrain.

### Does Nissan make a hybrid car?

Not for the 2026 model year, according to the EPA data. Every Nissan car in the current lineup is gas or electric.

### Does Nissan make an electric car?

Yes: the ARIYA (up to 289 miles of range) and the LEAF (up to 303 miles of range).

### Which Nissan car has the longest range?

The Nissan LEAF, with an EPA-estimated range of up to 303 miles on a full charge.

### Which Nissan car is cheapest to run?

The Nissan LEAF, with an EPA annual fuel cost from $650, based on 15,000 miles a year at national average prices. Charging at home on a cheap overnight rate can cut that further.

### Which Nissan cars have all-wheel drive?

3 of 6 current Nissan cars offer all- or four-wheel drive: ARIYA, Murano and Altima. AWD usually costs 1-3 mpg against the two-wheel-drive version of the same engine.

### What is the smallest Nissan car?

By EPA size class, the smallest current Nissan cars are the ARIYA and Murano (), and the largest are the Altima and Sentra. EPA classes go by interior volume or weight rating, not exact length.

## Sources

- [fueleconomy.gov (US DOE and EPA)](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/)

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Source page: https://diagxcar.com/makes/nissan/cars
Updated: 2026-11-03
General information, not a substitute for a qualified mechanic.
