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2012 Nissan Sentra consumer reviews

$16,430–$17,610 MSRP range
side view of 2012 Sentra Nissan
(73 reviews)
83% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.5
  • Interior 4.2
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.4
  • Exterior 4.2
  • Reliability 4.3
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I love this car!

A sedan car is perfect for what I need. It has a lot of power and speed. I believe it will work well for me as long as I maintain it well.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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it is a reliable car.

The car met most of my needs. It has lots of legroom in the front and back, the ride is great compared to other cars I tested.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Its a great car for the value

The car handles very well. Its very comfortable and easy to handle. The body style looked great. I love having a sun roof again. The car heats up very fast.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Reliable, but not the best working in the winter.

This car works well in warmer months and into fall, fulfills needs for getting to school and work, pretty good gas mileage, comfortable seats, but is very small inside, hard to fir multiple people or car seats inside. Best for one to two people.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Great little car!

Very economical car. Dependable and nice. Easy to drive and get around in. Great on gas. Front wheel drive, auto transmission and nice stereo. Highly recommend!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Most reliable car I've owne

This car met all of my needs. It has plenty of legroom in the front and back, the ride is great compare to other cars i tested. It has navigation, sunroof, hand free phone naswering display, bluetooth, key less antry.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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A Lemon

I bought this pre-owned at 75000 miles at a Honda Dealership. Thank goodness I bought the Service Contract because after 2 weeks , transmission had to be changed. Now, it doesn't start at times. Maybe a brand new would be reliable, not a used one.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 1.0
  • Value 2.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Very reliable car

This is a car with everything that will keep you comfortable on a long drive. It has bluetooth, AC, Alloy Rims and comfortable seats. I would recommend this car to anyone who needs a reliable and comfortable car.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Car is Good Service Department Sucks

My first and last experience with King Windward Nissan. It all started with a flyer they sent to my father and their website falsely stating that the service department is open at 0630 Mondays through Saturdays. They actually open at 0700 hours, so I waited from 0615 to 0700 hours. Then after being seen by Chris S. the service writer at 0705 hours and telling him what and why the car was brought in for servicing he recommended that we replace all four TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System light went on) and that we were due for tire rotation. An oil change was also due and we had a request that the rear plastic frame to the window which is a cosmetic problem be addressed. I walked home and spoke to my father (since it was his car and I did not want him to walk home being 87 years old) he decided that he would cancel the TPMS service because Chris quoted that it would cost $565 dollars to replace all four sensors. My father called at 0810 and was told that they could do the other requests and that the TPMS would be canceled. I received an call from Chris at around 0817 with him telling me it was too late. They had already installed the TPMS on all four tires. Common people, from 0705 to 0817, to remove all four tires from the vehicle, release all the air, take the tire off, remove and then install four sensors, inflate the tires again, check for leaks, and rotate tires all took about an hour since I dropped it off? Unless they have four people working on one tire it may be possible. I then told Chris what was said to my father about the sensors request was not a problem and would be canceled, he got arrogant with me and said, "I'm the service writer, and I'm telling you it too late and we can remove it but I am going to charge you for labor." So, I told him leave it then. Chris also indicated when I initially dropped the car off that they would call me regarding the plastic frame to tell me the cost. Well, did not receive a call. Then if they had already replaced the sensor the only other thing that the car went in was for the oil change. Remember I spoke with Chris at 0817 hours, well, we did not get a call from Chris or anyone from Nissan so, I called the NEXT DAY. Then I was told it was ready for pick-up. I asked why I was not notified when the car was ready and the female who was polite apologized and said she does not know why Chris did not call. I can speculate why Chris did not call, they did not have the sensors replaced when he called me at 0817 hours and that they needed time to replace it. My wife actually needs a car since we gave our daughter her car, and I thought about buying a Nissan. I think we are going to buy elsewhere. And if we end up selecting a NISSAN IT WILL DEFINITELY NOT BE FROM WINDWARD NISSAN!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 2.0
  • Interior 2.0
  • Performance 2.0
  • Value 2.0
  • Exterior 2.0
  • Reliability 2.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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My car is only seven years old. Some problems are

Car will not go into park. Codes are always on. Engine lights always on. No one wants to work on it. Parts to fix the problem over 1,500.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 2.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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