Nissan 300ZX MPG
Its best-rated version reaches 20 MPG combined in 1984. Its weakest year peaked at 18 MPG (1992–1994).
a year at 15,000 miles for the best 1996 version. Put it next to its 1984 predecessor, at your own mileage.
Compare in gallonsThe Nissan 300ZX has EPA ratings for 13 model years, 1984–1996, every one of them among subcompact cars. Its best version ranked fifth (tied) of 17 two-seater cars in 1995, behind the class leader, the Honda Del Sol, and it placed in its class top five in two model years.
In 1994 the most efficient version of the 300ZX still placed fifth from the bottom of 48 subcompact cars, where the Rolls-Royce Corniche/Continental rated lowest.
Among 35 subcompact cars, 1996
The 300ZX placed 27th (tied). The class leader was the Geo Metro at 40 MPG. The next higher rating, 20 MPG, is shared by two nameplates.
The 300ZX, five years at a time
Average rating of its best version per span, placed among subcompact cars.
All 13 model years, best and lowest version
| Model years | Best version | Combined | City / hwy | Lowest version | Versions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995–1996 | 300ZX | 19 | 17 / 22 | 18 | 6 |
| 1992–1994 | 300ZX | 18 | 16 / 22 | 18 | 6 |
| 1990–1991 | 300ZX | 19 | 17 / 22 | 18 | 6 |
| 1986–1989 | 300ZX | 19 | 16 / 24 | 18 | 6 |
| 1985 | 300ZX | 19 | 17 / 23 | 16 | 11 |
| 1984 | 300ZX | 20 | 18 / 24 | 17 | 16 |
Version names in the EPA list: 300ZX, 300ZX 2x2.
Same class, 1996
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