What is the fuel tank capacity in liters for the 2011 Nissan Sunny?
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The fuel tank capacity of the Sunny 2016 1.5XE Manual Leading Edition is 41L. It is equipped with a 1.5L naturally aspirated engine and a 5-speed manual transmission (MT). The drivetrain configuration is front-engine, front-wheel drive. The front suspension type is MacPherson strut independent suspension, while the rear suspension employs a torsion beam non-independent suspension. Among vehicles in the same class, the 2021 Honda Envix Hybrid 1.5L Net Comfort Edition has a fuel tank capacity of 40L, and the 2021 Nissan Tiida 1.6L Manual Joy Edition features a 50L fuel tank. During actual refueling, the amount of fuel filled may exceed the calibrated capacity. This occurs because automakers measure tank capacity from the base to the safety threshold, leaving additional space between the safety threshold and the filler neck. This design accommodates fuel expansion due to temperature increases, preventing overflow. If fuel is filled up to the filler neck, the actual refueling volume will surpass the nominal tank capacity. To check remaining fuel levels, drivers can observe the fuel gauge on the right side of the instrument panel, marked with E (Empty) and F (Full). When the needle approaches E, it indicates low fuel, while nearing F signifies sufficient fuel levels.
I remember when driving my friend's 2011 Nissan Sunny, the fuel tank was 42 liters, and a full tank could run about 650 kilometers, which was perfect for weekend short trips. For daily commuting, filling up once a week was enough, so I didn't have to visit the gas station frequently. The car's interior was quite spacious, with a fuel consumption of around 6 liters per 100 kilometers in the city, and it was more economical on the highway. If you wait until the fuel light comes on to refuel, it might not be good for the fuel tank in the long run, so I usually fill up when there's a quarter left. Overall, the tank capacity was well-designed—not too large to add unnecessary weight, yet providing sufficient range. You can still find many of them in the used car market, and maintenance isn't expensive. Of course, driving habits affect the actual mileage; driving gently can save more fuel.
