2012 Nissan Sentra
Starting MSRP $16,430–$20,990
MPG City: 21 – 27 Highway: 28 – 34
Available Engines
135-hp, 2.0-liter I-4 (regular gas)
140-hp, 2.0-liter I-4 (regular gas)
200-hp, 2.5-liter I-4 (premium)
177-hp, 2.5-liter I-4 (regular gas)
Transmissions
6-speed manual w/OD
2-speed CVT w/OD
2-speed CVT w/OD and auto-manual
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Expert Snapshot
New or Notable
| • | 2.0-liter four-cylinder |
| • | Six-speed manual or CVT |
| • | 2.5-liter SE-R versions |
| • | Redesign due for 2013 |
What We Like
| • | Responsive drivetrain |
| • | Soft, if clumsy, ride |
| • | Large storage areas |
| • | Quiet cabin |
| • | Inexpensive navigation option |
What We Don't
| • | Handling |
| • | No telescoping steering wheel |
| • | Limited adjustment range for driver's seat |
| • | Thick window pillars limit visibility |
| • | Underwhelming SE-R version |
The five-seat Sentra sits between the subcompact Versa and the midsize Altima in Nissan's sedan lineup. Regular Sentras come in base 2.0, 2.0 S, 2.0 SR and 2.0 SL trim levels. The Sentra is an alternative to the likes of the Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla and Hyundai Elantra. The Sentra SE-R and SE-R Spec V are Nissan's representatives in the hotly contested sporty compact segment, and they compete against the Mazdaspeed3 and Honda Civic Si.
Read More6 Available Sentra Trims
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| Engine | MPG | MSRP | Invoice | ||
| 2.0 4dr Sedan See Specs | Price with Options |
4 cyl | 24/31 | $16,430 | $15,759 | |
| 2.0 SR 4dr Sedan See Specs | Price with Options |
4 cyl | 27/34 | $18,360 | $17,125 | |
| 2.0 S 4dr Sedan See Specs | Price with Options |
4 cyl | 27/34 | $18,360 | $17,125 | |
| 2.0 SL 4dr Sedan See Specs | Price with Options |
4 cyl | 27/34 | $19,760 | $18,428 | |
| SE-R 4dr Sedan See Specs | Price with Options |
4 cyl | 24/30 | $20,490 | $19,107 | |
| SE-R Spec V 4dr Sedan See Specs | Price with Options |
4 cyl | 21/28 | $20,990 | $19,571 | |
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Destination charge: $790
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