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  • 4dr E Manual
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    $12,949
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  • 4dr XE Auto
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  • 4dr GXE Manual
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    $13,879
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    $14,649
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  • 4dr GXE Auto
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    $14,679
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    $15,449
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Expert 1995 Nissan Sentra review

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THE COLOR WAS “platinum gold,” which was no color at all. Insunlight, it looked gray. At night, it looked white. Anyway you lookedat the 1995 Nissan Sentra GXE sedan, it didn’t look right.

Nissan should’ve painted it vanilla, perhaps “rich vanilla.” Thatwould’ve captured its spirit and styling.

Look at the Sentra’s “all-new” body. It’s an oval trying to becomea square. Or maybe it’s the other way around. But it’s not exciting, noris it distinguishable from many other small cars in the U.S. automarket. It’s pure vanilla.

Ditto the Sentra’s “all-new” interior. It’s improved, butremains a yawn. There’s an oval, hooded instrument panel with analoggauges. There’s a center console festooned with dials and buttons tooperate the climate control and sound systems.

The instrument panel and console are arranged pretty much theway they were in previous Sentras. But they’re a bit rounder thanbefore, and a bit easier to see and use. But still boring as . . . .Well, they’re just blah, which is in keeping with the rest of the testcar’s grayer-than-thou interior.

Aw, but what am I gripin’ about? Though it’s a compact car, thenew Sentra sedan has lots of interior room, thanks to a design changethat’s added 4.1 inches to its wheelbase. And though it’s no hot rod,the new Sentra is reasonably competent on the road, especially on shortcommuter trips. Besides, I kinda like vanilla anyway.

Background: The 1995 Sentra is the grandchild of the Datsun510, a small Nissan sedan introduced in 1968. The Sentra name itselffirst appeared in 1982. Since then there have been three iterations ofthe little car, the latest of which is represented by the current model.

This newest Sentra is better made than its predecessors, whichis saying something, because so many older Sentras are still runningaround. The new car has a substantially more rigid body than the 1994model. That means it’s less inclined to squeak and rumble.

All Sentras are front-wheel-drive, five-passenger mobiles.They’re equipped with a standard, 1.6-liter, double-overhead cam,four-cylinder, 16-valve engine rated, ahem, 115-horsepower at 6,000 rpm.That’s a slight improvement over the older 110-horsepower version of thesame engine. Torque on the new model is 108-pound feet at 4,000 rpm.

The standard transmission is a five-speed manual. A four-speedautomatic is optional. I’d advise going with the manual — the automatictransmission simply works that little engine too hard.

Dual air bags and pillar-adjustable front shoulder harnesses andseat belts are standard. Standard brakes include power front discs/reardrums. The anti-lock braking system is optional and is sold with afour-wheel disc-brake package.

The Sentras are available in four trim levels: base, less-baseXE, upscale GXE and more upscale GLE. Keep in mind that the Sentraessentially is an economy car, and that trim has little to do withperformance.

Complaints: Enough said.

Praise: A solid, practical little car that offers reliable andpotentially enjoyable experiences to people who understand that it’sjust a solid, practical little car. An excellent commuter that alsocomes with decent cargo space, 10.7 cubic feet.

Head-turning quotient: The Sentra is car as dungaree. It’s aT-shirt — and a dry one at that. People who are looking for party suitsand sexy clothes should shop for something else.

Ride, acceleration and handling: Good, lousy and acceptable inthat order. This car, especially when equipped with the four-speedautomatic, does 0 to 60 miles per hour eventually. Braking was good.

Mileage: Superior, which is why people buy the Sentra in thefirst place. About 37 miles per gallon with the tested four-speedautomatic (13.2-gallon tank, estimated 476-mile range on usable volumeof regular unleaded), running mostly highway with three occupants andlight cargo.

Sound system: Dolby four-speaker, AM/FM stereo radio andcassette. Good.

Pr ice: Base price on the four-speed automatic Sentra GXE is$14,679. Dealer’s invoice on base model is $13,154. Add $995 for theanti-lock brake option and another $405 for the destination charge.Price as tested is $16,079.

Purse-strings note: The Sentra is surrounded by competitors.Compare with Chevrolet Cavalier/Pontiac Sunfire, Ford Escort, MazdaProtege, Geo Prizm/Toyota Corolla, Chrysler Neon, Hyundai Accent, HondaCivic, Mitsubishi Mirage ES Sedan/Eagle Summit, Subaru Impreza andSaturn SL1 and SL2.

1995 Nissan Sentra review: Our expert's take
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THE COLOR WAS “platinum gold,” which was no color at all. Insunlight, it looked gray. At night, it looked white. Anyway you lookedat the 1995 Nissan Sentra GXE sedan, it didn’t look right.

Nissan should’ve painted it vanilla, perhaps “rich vanilla.” Thatwould’ve captured its spirit and styling.

Look at the Sentra’s “all-new” body. It’s an oval trying to becomea square. Or maybe it’s the other way around. But it’s not exciting, noris it distinguishable from many other small cars in the U.S. automarket. It’s pure vanilla.

Ditto the Sentra’s “all-new” interior. It’s improved, butremains a yawn. There’s an oval, hooded instrument panel with analoggauges. There’s a center console festooned with dials and buttons tooperate the climate control and sound systems.

The instrument panel and console are arranged pretty much theway they were in previous Sentras. But they’re a bit rounder thanbefore, and a bit easier to see and use. But still boring as . . . .Well, they’re just blah, which is in keeping with the rest of the testcar’s grayer-than-thou interior.

Aw, but what am I gripin’ about? Though it’s a compact car, thenew Sentra sedan has lots of interior room, thanks to a design changethat’s added 4.1 inches to its wheelbase. And though it’s no hot rod,the new Sentra is reasonably competent on the road, especially on shortcommuter trips. Besides, I kinda like vanilla anyway.

Background: The 1995 Sentra is the grandchild of the Datsun510, a small Nissan sedan introduced in 1968. The Sentra name itselffirst appeared in 1982. Since then there have been three iterations ofthe little car, the latest of which is represented by the current model.

This newest Sentra is better made than its predecessors, whichis saying something, because so many older Sentras are still runningaround. The new car has a substantially more rigid body than the 1994model. That means it’s less inclined to squeak and rumble.

All Sentras are front-wheel-drive, five-passenger mobiles.They’re equipped with a standard, 1.6-liter, double-overhead cam,four-cylinder, 16-valve engine rated, ahem, 115-horsepower at 6,000 rpm.That’s a slight improvement over the older 110-horsepower version of thesame engine. Torque on the new model is 108-pound feet at 4,000 rpm.

The standard transmission is a five-speed manual. A four-speedautomatic is optional. I’d advise going with the manual — the automatictransmission simply works that little engine too hard.

Dual air bags and pillar-adjustable front shoulder harnesses andseat belts are standard. Standard brakes include power front discs/reardrums. The anti-lock braking system is optional and is sold with afour-wheel disc-brake package.

The Sentras are available in four trim levels: base, less-baseXE, upscale GXE and more upscale GLE. Keep in mind that the Sentraessentially is an economy car, and that trim has little to do withperformance.

Complaints: Enough said.

Praise: A solid, practical little car that offers reliable andpotentially enjoyable experiences to people who understand that it’sjust a solid, practical little car. An excellent commuter that alsocomes with decent cargo space, 10.7 cubic feet.

Head-turning quotient: The Sentra is car as dungaree. It’s aT-shirt — and a dry one at that. People who are looking for party suitsand sexy clothes should shop for something else.

Ride, acceleration and handling: Good, lousy and acceptable inthat order. This car, especially when equipped with the four-speedautomatic, does 0 to 60 miles per hour eventually. Braking was good.

Mileage: Superior, which is why people buy the Sentra in thefirst place. About 37 miles per gallon with the tested four-speedautomatic (13.2-gallon tank, estimated 476-mile range on usable volumeof regular unleaded), running mostly highway with three occupants andlight cargo.

Sound system: Dolby four-speaker, AM/FM stereo radio andcassette. Good.

Pr ice: Base price on the four-speed automatic Sentra GXE is$14,679. Dealer’s invoice on base model is $13,154. Add $995 for theanti-lock brake option and another $405 for the destination charge.Price as tested is $16,079.

Purse-strings note: The Sentra is surrounded by competitors.Compare with Chevrolet Cavalier/Pontiac Sunfire, Ford Escort, MazdaProtege, Geo Prizm/Toyota Corolla, Chrysler Neon, Hyundai Accent, HondaCivic, Mitsubishi Mirage ES Sedan/Eagle Summit, Subaru Impreza andSaturn SL1 and SL2.

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Consumer reviews

4.1 / 5
Based on 7 reviews
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Comfort 3.9
Interior 3.7
Performance 3.8
Value 4.5
Exterior 3.4
Reliability 4.6

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  • The best little car

    It is so easy to park and getting around parking garage it is so easy to maneuver not great if going on like my trip no luggage room Not good if you go warehouse Shopping for big items can fit to many packages of paper towels
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • great car for the money

    I got this 1995 car in 1999 with about 50K miles as a gift for graduating high school. And this car drove so well, and died in november 2007 at 160K because frankly, I was not that careful with taking care of the engine as I should have. The car was a great car to me. It didn't have any problems at all. It broke down about 3 times, for a few things, and when it did, I was so blessed that it was in safe places and never in the middle of a road. Overall, I do love nissans and would buy another one. But I want a luxury car for my next vehicle purchase.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Awesome Every Day Car

    Purchased this 95 Sentra in 2000 for my beautiful wife, with 48K miles. Now has 212K miles. Great handling FWD mid sized car. In heavy snow, it out performs most other vehicles that get stuck. Engine and transmission keep on going. Tune ups and fan belts, oil changes happen like any other vehicle. To include breaks and rotors after a long interval (years). For what ever reason, the engine and transmission just doesn't quit. Nice car, in three years, it will be a "Classic."
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Value for money.

    Had a sentra for years and it just kept running. Cheaper than Honda or Toyota, and for a well built foreign car, you can't do much better for the money.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Just Keeps Going and Going

    I purchased this car almost three years ago as my first car. Turns out I bought a very reliable car! Bought the car with around 76k miles on it, now at 108k. Use it every day for a 40 mile round trip commute at night and as an onsite technician during the day. Never once have I had anything major need to get replaced. Have done the CV axles and starter though. Starter at about 100k and CV at about 105k. Other then that it just keeps kicking. My driving style is fairly aggressive, so I do notice it lacks a little in power, nothing too major though. It certainly makes up for it with gas mileage. On a recent trip from GA to NY was getting 45mpg on some choice mountains and averaged a little over 30 the whole way up and back. To this day I still wouldn't mind taking it for a few thousand mile trip anytime!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Inexpensive no frills workhorse.

    I bought a 95 Sentra with about 83k, and have ramped it up to 160k in under 3 years. Engine and automatic transmission still going strong. Be prepared to replace some exhaust parts at around 120k, and once I got into the 140k range I started to have weird electrical problems - Radio doesn't work until I play with the power windows, dash light goes on and off, stalls out if I use the AC while not moving...weird, but nothing that'll get in the way of getting to work in the morning. All in all, the best $3500 I've ever spent on a car.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 2.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 2.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • The Worst Car I Have Ever Met

    i have never seen such a horrible car. it just can't run even i step hard. can run very slow on highway. really waste your gas. don't suggest you to buy this one. you must feel disappointed.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 2.0
    Interior 1.0
    Performance 1.0
    Value 2.0
    Exterior 1.0
    Reliability 3.0
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What trim levels are available for the 1995 Nissan Sentra?

The 1995 Nissan Sentra is available in 4 trim levels:

  • E (1 style)
  • GLE (2 styles)
  • GXE (2 styles)
  • XE (2 styles)

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4.1 / 5
Based on 7 reviews
  • Comfort: 3.9
  • Interior: 3.7
  • Performance: 3.8
  • Value: 4.5
  • Exterior: 3.4
  • Reliability: 4.6

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