4.7

2021 Nissan Sentra

Nissan

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Key specifications

Highlights

Regular Unleaded I-4
Engine Type: 29 City / 39 Hwy
MPG: 149 hp
Horsepower: 5
Seating Capacity

Engine

149 @ 6400
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM: 2.0 L/122
Displacement: 146 @ 4400
SAE Net Torque @ RPM: Regular Unleaded I-4
Engine Type

Suspension

Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.): Strut
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.): Strut
Suspension Type - Front: Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Rear

Weight & Capacity

N/A
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx: N/A
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.: 3,036 lbs
Base Curb Weight: N/A
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.

Safety

Standard
Blind Spot Monitor: Standard
Lane Departure Warning: Standard
Stability Control: Standard
Backup Camera

Entertainment

Standard
Bluetooth®

Electrical

N/A
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary): 150
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)

Brakes

Front Disc/Rear Drum
Brake Type: N/A
Disc - Rear (Yes or ): 11 in
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness: 4-Wheel
Brake ABS System

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The good & the bad

The good

Ride comfort

Interior quality

Multimedia usability

Quiet interior

Lots of standard active-safety features

The bad

Handling

Forward visibility

CVT lacks manual mode

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Expert 2021 Nissan Sentra review

Our expert's take

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What Is the 2021 Nissan Sentra?

The five-seat Sentra is Nissan’s entry in the compact sedan class. Redesigned last year, all trim levels are powered by a 149-horsepower, 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that pairs with a continuously variable automatic transmission. Competitors include the Honda Civic, Mazda3 and Toyota Corolla.

What’s New on the 2021 Nissan Sentra?

Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone connectivity are now standard, and a Wi-Fi hot spot (data subscription required) is optional for the top SR trim level.

What Features in the 2021 Nissan Sentra Are Most Important?

Standard features include:

16-inch steel wheels
Push-button start
Cloth upholstery
60/40-split, folding backseat
7-inch touchscreen multimedia system
Forward collision warning
Automatic emergency braking
Lane departure warning
Blind spot warning
Rear automatic braking
Automatic high-beam headlights

Available features include:

16-, 17- or 18-inch alloy wheels
Heated side mirrors
Remote start
Power moonroof
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Power-adjustable driver’s seat
Quilted-leather upholstery
Heated front seats
Heated steering wheel
8-inch touchscreen
Bose stereo
360-degree camera system
Adaptive cruise control

Should I Buy the 2021 Nissan Sentra?

The Sentra faces stiff competition in the compact class, but it’s a decent value with lots of standard advanced safety features; in a recent compact sedan comparison test where the Sentra squared off against the Civic and Corolla, it finished in second place — just a few points behind the Honda.

2021 Nissan Sentra review: Our expert's take

What Is the 2021 Nissan Sentra?

What’s New on the 2021 Nissan Sentra?

Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone connectivity are now standard, and a Wi-Fi hot spot (data subscription required) is optional for the top SR trim level.

What Features in the 2021 Nissan Sentra Are Most Important?

Standard features include:

16-inch steel wheels
Push-button start
Cloth upholstery
60/40-split, folding backseat
7-inch touchscreen multimedia system
Forward collision warning
Automatic emergency braking
Lane departure warning
Blind spot warning
Rear automatic braking
Automatic high-beam headlights

Available features include:

16-, 17- or 18-inch alloy wheels
Heated side mirrors
Remote start
Power moonroof
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Power-adjustable driver’s seat
Quilted-leather upholstery
Heated front seats
Heated steering wheel
8-inch touchscreen
Bose stereo
360-degree camera system
Adaptive cruise control

Should I Buy the 2021 Nissan Sentra?

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Safety review

Based on the 2021 Nissan Sentra base trim

NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.

Overall rating: 5/5
Combined side rating front seat: 5/5
Combined side rating rear seat: 5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver: 5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger: 3/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating: 4/5
Overall side crash rating: 5/5
Rollover rating: 5/5
Side barrier rating: 5/5

Side barrier rating driver: 5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat: 5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat: 5/5

9.9%

Risk of rollover

Side barrier rating driver: 5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat: 5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat: 5/5

9.9%

Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic

3 years / 36,000 miles

Corrosion

5 years

Powertrain

5 years / 60,000 miles

Roadside Assistance

3 years / 36,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage

Nissan and non-Nissan vehicles less than 10 years old and less than 100,000 miles. (Nissan vehicles less than 6 years from original new car in-service date must have more than 60,000 to qualify for Certified Select.)

Dealer certification

84-point inspection

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Most recent

By Camille from Irmo sc

Owns this car

February 28, 2025

Beautiful car the leather I told was like life time

Beautiful car the leather I told was like life time warranty already chipping in back seats. The engine is loud it lost mileage electronic issues radio not always working . Transmission started slipping on occasion. Ems control module now is on my car wouldn’t crank pretty car too bad Nissan has these problems I will never

buy another nissan

Purchased a New car
Used for Commuting
Does not recommend this car

Comfort 5.0

Interior 3.0

Performance 1.0

Value 1.0

Exterior 4.0

Reliability 1.0

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By John McMurray from Washington PA

Owns this car

December 29, 2023

Love it

Bought my 21 Sentra SV Brand new,car now has 37000 on it.Quite honestly has been super reliable.reccomend.Only problem I did have was an electrical issue.They replaced the BCM under warranty all is well

Purchased a New car
Used for Commuting
Does recommend this car

Comfort 4.0

Interior 5.0

Performance 5.0

Value 5.0

Exterior 5.0

Reliability 5.0

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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2021 Nissan Sentra?

The 2021 Nissan Sentra is available in 3 trim levels:

S (1 style)
SR (1 style)
SV (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2021 Nissan Sentra?

The 2021 Nissan Sentra offers up to 29 MPG in city driving and 39 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2021 Nissan Sentra?

The 2021 Nissan Sentra compares to and/or competes against the following vehicles:

Is the 2021 Nissan Sentra reliable?

The 2021 Nissan Sentra has an average reliability rating of 4.7 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2021 Nissan Sentra owners.

Is the 2021 Nissan Sentra a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2021 Nissan Sentra. 89.3% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.7 / 5

Based on 28 reviews

Comfort: 4.9
Interior: 4.8
Performance: 4.6
Value: 4.6
Exterior: 4.9
Reliability: 4.7

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2021 Nissan Sentra

Key specifications

Notable features

Engine

Suspension

Weight & Capacity

Safety

Entertainment

Electrical

Brakes

Photo & video gallery

The good & the bad

The good

The bad

Expert 2021 Nissan Sentra review

What Is the 2021 Nissan Sentra?

What’s New on the 2021 Nissan Sentra?

What Features in the 2021 Nissan Sentra Are Most Important?

Should I Buy the 2021 Nissan Sentra?

2021 Nissan Sentra review: Our expert's take

What Is the 2021 Nissan Sentra?

What’s New on the 2021 Nissan Sentra?

What Features in the 2021 Nissan Sentra Are Most Important?

Should I Buy the 2021 Nissan Sentra?

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Safety review

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

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