The 2012 Nissan Altima is recommended by the manufacturer to use 87 octane regular unleaded gasoline or higher. Despite popular belief the higher the octane fuel does not have any real benefits for Your engine or vehicle. It has been said You will get better gas mileage or it can potentially keep Your fuel injectors and fuel pump cleaner but these statements have been found to be false. It is always important to use the correct octane rating and avoid low quality gas to maintain the power and the life oft he fuel system. The Nissan Altima has a 20 gallon tank size which is good for long distance traveling. The estimated MPG for the vehicle for combined city and highway are approximately 28.
Stewart M.
August 29, 2019
The 2012 Nissan Altima takes regular unleaded gasoline.
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