2008 Nissan Sentra

Rating from First Time Used Car Buyer

(4)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		4 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		3 out of 5
Interior Design:		4 out of 5
Value for the Money:		4 out of 5
Reliability:		4 out of 5

"Good set of wheels. Seems to be reliable and more fun to drive than I was expecting. All in all, pleased with the value for money."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Just getting around

Rating from Regular Joe

(5)
Comfort:		5 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"I got 27 to 32 mpg and was able to buy new & fully loaded for less than $20,000. with tax. Smooth ride."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Just getting around

Rating from JD

(2)
Comfort:		2 out of 5
Performance:		2 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		1 out of 5
Interior Design:		1 out of 5
Value for the Money:		1 out of 5
Reliability:		1 out of 5

"Where to start 1) Engine Block Cracked after only 22,000 miles. 2) The interior Lighting burned out for the Gear selector after going on and off several times. 3) The Speaker started making cracking noises. 4) Temperture Meter was jumping into the red and drops back down. 5) AC and heater Smell when you switch back and forth after seasons"

I would recommend this car to a friend: No

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Work

Rating from fancy pants

(3)
Comfort:		3 out of 5
Performance:		3 out of 5
Handling:		3 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		4 out of 5
Interior Design:		3 out of 5
Features:		3 out of 5
Value for the Money:		3 out of 5
Reliability:		3 out of 5

"We were pressured into this car to begin with. Our fault. The car is cute and it gets good gas mileage. Has a lot of zip for a 4 cyl. That's about it. It has been recalled two times already-once for the master cylinder, once to adjust the air bags. I feel like I'm sitting on the floor when I'm in it. I always forget to pop the gas tank door-it has to be done inside the car. Dash lights are too bright and busy. Interior is cheap and plastic. What's the purpose of a hide away trunk anyway? Had to put new tires on it within the first 12,000 miles which is RIDICULOUS!!! Tires are garbage! Can't see the back of the car when backing up so I have to practically stand up in the car to back out of anywhere. Keyless entry is handy and the fact that I just have to have the keys on me to start it is cool. Doesn't take much to dent it. Already lost the whole mirror to a run away shopping cart-over $1000 damage. Not the greatest car I've ever owned and I miss my SUV way to much."

I would recommend this car to a friend: No

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Just getting around

Rating from Transportation - Reliable -

(4)
Comfort:		3 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Handling:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		4 out of 5
Features:		4 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"I reviewed the Honda Civic and The Nissan Sentra and found out the following: The Honda was rated higher overall, however, the parking brake would rub up against my right leg and I felt the front end was non existent, could not see the the hood, I'm 5-11. So I decided on the Sentra. After 16 months of driving 29K the front seats are not comfortable, no back support and the tires have a very low rating of 3.0. I don't think I will make 35k. Gas miles - I have driven 38 mpg on the highway 28-31 in the city. I owned a DATSUN in 1978 and I can say the metal is just like a DATSUN, thin, check the rear quarter panels. This car provides me transportation at inexpensive costs and no extra maintenance bills, it's reliable. That's what I wanted. You cannot see the trunk, well maybe just bearly, but not enough to judge the back end when backing up. The gear shift sticks out a little the knob is a little too big. Could be in the way of the controls , radio, heat a/c. I plan to keep the car for 200k. At a start the engine is loud at 2100 -2300 rpm's keep at 2000k and it runs fine, very good CVT. Need an extra key you can only get it from Nissan."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Commuting

Rating from Long Commute Sentra Owner

(3)
Comfort:		3 out of 5
Performance:		3 out of 5
Handling:		2 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		1 out of 5
Features:		3 out of 5
Value for the Money:		2 out of 5
Reliability:		4 out of 5

"I bought this car in 2008 new. My commute is 35 miles one way, and we use this as our primary car.We have taken it on a couple of long trips. We put over 36000 miles in the first year and 3 months. I change the oil every 6000 miles. Mechanically it is holding up with no engine or transmission problems, but the interior is falling apart after a year. Kickpanels won't stay attached, the soundproofing under the passenger side will not stay up and keeps falling down, the mirror broke on the passenger visor (They would not fix, see below). All of these were taken to the dealer, but remain broken because they simply are poor design. WARNING: Once you hit 36000 miles, NISSAN abandons you. I took the car at 30K and asked for the molding on the sunroof to be replaced. They had to order the part. When I returned at 36139 miles, they said NISSAN would not allow them to install the part since I was out of warranty! It took all day and several phone calls to get the NISSAN Area Rep to approve the repair. This was not a dealer policy but NISSAN. I would not recommend this car because you will regret having a car that embaresses you when friends get inside and dealing with NISSAN on repairs will be exhausting."

I would recommend this car to a friend: No

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Commuting

Rating from Car Man Bayonne

(3)
Comfort:		2 out of 5
Performance:		4 out of 5
Handling:		1 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		3 out of 5
Interior Design:		3 out of 5
Features:		2 out of 5
Value for the Money:		3 out of 5
Reliability:		2 out of 5

"Well i bought it last summa and like itz iight. It get me from point A to point B without taking da bus and sweatin in da hot weatha.It juss stinks in da rain, it be sliding like everywhere and I'm like danng. I take like mad people in ma ride, all ma homies from jersey (holaa) dats it. its iight u should buy it."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Just getting around

Rating from Driver

(2)
Comfort:		1 out of 5
Performance:		2 out of 5
Handling:		2 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		2 out of 5
Interior Design:		2 out of 5
Features:		3 out of 5
Value for the Money:		3 out of 5
Reliability:		2 out of 5

"Bought this as a gas saver to complement my new truck which sucks gas. So far gas mileage is not as great as the sticker says, and I dont drive it hard. The syling and design are ok, but there are definitely better looking cars out there. My main issue has been a few interior trim pieces are coming loose, and had to take it in for the CVT tranny having problems. This will be the last car I own with one of those. It's also not the best driving car, and not good for long trips. I'll be looking into the Cruze once it comes out to replace this one."

I would recommend this car to a friend: No

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Commuting

Rating from Sintra

(5)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		4 out of 5
Handling:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Features:		4 out of 5
Value for the Money:		4 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"Personally, the handling is pretty good. The body is little big (much heavier) but the Spec V's 200 hp gives a little. Somewhat disappointed in the interior color options. Overall a fun car to work with!"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Commuting

Rating from Rusty

(5)
Comfort:		5 out of 5
Performance:		4 out of 5
Handling:		4 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		4 out of 5
Features:		4 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"I love this car. For the money it is stylish. Very reliable, and good on gas. The dealer was happy to work with me and give me the price I needed. It would be nice if the base car came with a few more luxury items, cruise control, and remote mirrors, but this is an economy car, and it is what it is. So far I have had a fun time driving it and it moves through traffic with ease. I enjoy the CVT transmission."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Commuting