2022
Nissan Sentra

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  • S CVT
    Starts at
    $19,950
    29 City / 39 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • SV CVT
    Starts at
    $21,030
    29 City / 39 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • SR CVT
    Starts at
    $22,700
    28 City / 37 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

New Midnight Edition Package
Five-seat compact sedan
149-hp four-cylinder engine
Continuously variable automatic transmission
Apple CarPlay, Android Auto standard
Automatic emergency braking standard

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 2022 Nissan Sentra review

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What Is the 2022 Nissan Sentra?

The front-wheel-drive, five-seat Sentra is Nissan’s entry in the compact sedan class. 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, Hyundai Elantra and Toyota Corolla. 

The Sentra offers 18.8 cubic feet of cargo space, according to Cars.com’s cargo measurements. You can see how it scored in our Car Seat Check here.

What’s New on the 2022 Nissan Sentra?

A new Midnight Edition Package that’s available for the SR trim level features a black grille, a black rear spoiler, black 18-inch alloy wheels and black badges.  

What Features in the 2022 Nissan Sentra Are Most Important?

Standard features include:

  • Push-button start
  • Cloth upholstery
  • 60/40-split, folding backseat
  • 7-inch touchscreen multimedia system
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity
  • Forward collision warning
  • Automatic emergency braking
  • Lane departure warning
  • Blind spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert
  • Rear automatic braking
  • Automatic high-beam headlights

Available features include:

  • Heated side mirrors
  • Remote start
  • Power moonroof
  • Dual-zone automatic air conditioning
  • Power-adjustable driver’s seat
  • Quilted leather upholstery
  • Heated front seats
  • Heated steering wheel
  • 8-inch touchscreen
  • Bose premium stereo
  • 360-degree camera system
  • Adaptive cruise control

Should I Buy the 2022 Nissan Sentra?

The Sentra faces stiff competition in the compact class, but it’s a decent value with lots of standard advanced safety features. We like the Sentra’s ride comfort, interior quality and multimedia usability, but its handling and forward visibility could be better.

2022 Nissan Sentra review: Our expert's take

What Is the 2022 Nissan Sentra?

The front-wheel-drive, five-seat Sentra is Nissan’s entry in the compact sedan class. 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, Hyundai Elantra and Toyota Corolla. 

The Sentra offers 18.8 cubic feet of cargo space, according to Cars.com’s cargo measurements. You can see how it scored in our Car Seat Check here.

What’s New on the 2022 Nissan Sentra?

A new Midnight Edition Package that’s available for the SR trim level features a black grille, a black rear spoiler, black 18-inch alloy wheels and black badges.  

What Features in the 2022 Nissan Sentra Are Most Important?

Standard features include:

  • Push-button start
  • Cloth upholstery
  • 60/40-split, folding backseat
  • 7-inch touchscreen multimedia system
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity
  • Forward collision warning
  • Automatic emergency braking
  • Lane departure warning
  • Blind spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert
  • Rear automatic braking
  • Automatic high-beam headlights

Available features include:

  • Heated side mirrors
  • Remote start
  • Power moonroof
  • Dual-zone automatic air conditioning
  • Power-adjustable driver’s seat
  • Quilted leather upholstery
  • Heated front seats
  • Heated steering wheel
  • 8-inch touchscreen
  • Bose premium stereo
  • 360-degree camera system
  • Adaptive cruise control

Should I Buy the 2022 Nissan Sentra?

The Sentra faces stiff competition in the compact class, but it’s a decent value with lots of standard advanced safety features. We like the Sentra’s ride comfort, interior quality and multimedia usability, but its handling and forward visibility could be better.

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Safety review

Based on the 2022 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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Consumer reviews

76% of drivers recommend this car
4.2 / 5
Based on 13 reviews
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Comfort 4.2
Interior 4.4
Performance 4.1
Value 4.2
Exterior 4.6
Reliability 4.2

Most recent

  • By CM from Richmond KY
    Owns this car
    June 11, 2025

    I’m not sure what Nissan did, but this car is horrible

    I’m not sure what Nissan did, but this car is horrible from the ground up. The ride and drive is beyond bad it’s one of those cars that you just hate to drive but you have to because that’s what you purchased. I’ll start with the seats and they are just so stiff and uncomfortable that you feel like you’re sitting on a punching bag filled with sand, your feet have no legroom whatsoever and I’m only 5‘11“ so you literally have to stick them straight out as if you were sitting on the ground. Head room is so limited you can barely get in and out of the car and the steering wheel is basically useless to adjust to make this any better. The vibration inside the car and the road noise is also very annoying as that you have to take a rag and put it in the cupholder to keep your soda from shaking and making a rattling noise because of the poor design. When I first purchased the car I just assumed it had an out of balance tire so after multiple attempts to balance with no luck, I purchased new tires yet the car still continues to shake to this day. Another issue I’ve had is the AC has no low speed it pretty much blows wide open on the lowest setting. The worst issue I’ve had is the headlights randomly go off at night and you have to wait sometimes over an hour before they’ll come back on. The dealer has yet to be able to fix this and has no clue as to the cause. The car pops and cracks as you turn going over any kind of uneven surface, which is extremely annoying. At 60,000 miles it’s developed a hard pull to the right and other models in 2022 have had the same issue but this one apparently doesn’t fall under the recall that’s been issued. I could probably go on and on but I’ll end with this note…. my 16-year-old said can I take the old Sentra which is a 2011 model with over 200,000 miles because I hate the way it drives you know it’s pretty much a failure or a car.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 2.0
    Interior 2.0
    Performance 1.0
    Value 2.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 1.0
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  • By Neveragain from Acworth, GA
    Used to own this car
    November 8, 2023

    Nissan Sentra is a disposable car

    We meticulously maintained our 2014 Nissan Sentra including changing the transmission fluid at 30k with genuine Nissan CVT fluid. Despite our best efforts the transmission failed out of warranty at 66k. The cost to replace the transmission was $5k. We donated it.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 1.0
    Interior 1.0
    Performance 1.0
    Value 1.0
    Exterior 1.0
    Reliability 1.0
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  • By Mike Kearney from Chilliwack BC Canada
    Owns this car
    May 1, 2023

    Great car to drive daily and safe in a crash.

    Great car for commuting. Have high safety scores which I tested on March 30th. I was hit from behind at 50mph and I walked away. My 2022 Monarch Orange/Black Sentra SR was shortened by 3 feet front and back. I just bought a 2023 Gun metal/Black SR Premium to replace the 2022. Best small car I driven to date.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By R King from Fort Myers FL
    Owns this car
    March 15, 2023

    Definitely recommend the Nissan Sentra SV

    Extremely satisfied with our new Nissan Sentra SV. Beautiful new exterior design giving it a very sporty look. The standard features that are included in the vehicle are quite impressive such as Blind Spot Monitor, Adaptive Cruise Control, Pedestrian Crossing, and so much more. Would definitely recommend this car to anyone looking for great value in a vehicle.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Chris Embry from Marietta, SC
    Owns this car
    January 1, 2023

    2022 Nissan Sentra, best value for the money

    First things first, I bought this for fuel economy, not power, so I knew going into it that the 4 cyl wouldn't have the power of a V6 and I'm 100% OK with that. So I drive 55 miles one way to work every day and I have been averaging approximately 36.7 mpg. I enjoy the car overall. It's amazingly comfortable with all the bells and whistles of any luxury car with the SR Premium package, but I also did all the research to find what I wanted in a car and looked specifically for VALUE overall. My only complaint is that the caramel brown interior option isn't available on the higher end models. I've always had black interiors and would have loved to have a brown instead. Overall, for the money, the Sentra is exceptional value. I specifically wanted a car without turbo etc. Reliability was high on my list, and extra parts to worry about and maintain was not on my list. Having AndroidAuto, heated seats and heated steering wheel have come in handy. The looks of the orange with black top has turned so many heads and it makes me happy to hear that people appreciate such a different color. Hands down Nissan of Greer, and Mike Harley in particular, have made the process amazingly simple and easy. I can't thank all the guys at the dealership enough. If you want the best value for the money, I truly feel it is hard to beat the B18 Sentras.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Diep nguyen from Concord, nc
    Owns this car
    November 30, 2022

    Own the car

    Very nice car. And Modern Nissan of Concord was very nice, and I would recommend the dealership and the salesman, Eli Gray to anyone that's looking for a great deal. He gave us a very good deal and fit perfectly with everything I expecte for
    • 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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  • By Gina from Akron
    Owns this car
    November 16, 2022

    Love this car! Very nice look and best purchase

    The safety buzzing in the steering wheel took some getting used to but I love it now. It is a sporty car with a luxury feel. It is a very smooth ride and I love it. The cabin is very large and comfortable and will fit a tall man as well. It has a light package that detects when you need to put on your brights. Its is very quiet and drives well in snow conditions.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • 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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  • By Monica J. from Jonesboro GA
    Owns this car
    November 10, 2022

    Great car, wonderful experience!

    First off, the customer buying experience at Cronic Nissan of Griffin was top notch, and I would recommend the dealership and the salesman, James Higginbotham to anyone that's looking for a great deal, with a dash of courtesy and professionalism!
    • 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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  • By Kevin Coffey from Buffalo, NY
    Owns this car
    October 17, 2022

    Praise for my 2022 Sentra

    I couldn't be happier with my 2022 Nissan Sentra SV. I'm leasing this vehicle and it continues to impress. The advanced safety features are a reevaluation...they make you more alert and involved in the driving experience. Fuel economy is very impressive... I have a long work commute and I'm seeing approx 40 mpg highway. Comfort is excellent and the face l operation and handling are great... very fun car to drive. Finally I love the styling ... a premium looking sedan at a very attractive price... aces the value question.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Pam from Hollywood, fl
    Owns this car
    October 15, 2022

    Great car from Lorenzo's Nissan in Ft. Laud.auder

    Great car. Smooth ride. Economical on gas. Nice vehicle. Nice interior and designed. Very roomey. Nice trunk space. The new Sentra are a great improvement.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • 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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  • By Tom from Seattle, WA
    Owns this car
    September 14, 2022

    Great Value

    This was one of those purchases that has exceeded my expectations. The Sentra is not a high end vehicle but I find ergonomically that it fits me better than any other car I have owned. It is comfortable to drive, handles well, it is not a performance car but it is peppy enough and delivers good fuel economy, No problems and quality of fit and finish seem top rate.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • 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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  • By Nick Johnson from Rock island, Illinois
    Owns this car
    August 7, 2022

    Best fuel efficent car I ever driven in a lifetime

    Man I love my new nissan sentra Sr with leather seats easily one of the best cars I have driven with between 32 to 40mpg and only need to do oil changes every 10,000 miles with full synthetic oil according to the manual. Nissan have great reliability like honda and Toyota and alot more affordable. I'm hoping to get at least 200,000 miles before my next upgrade.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2022 Nissan Sentra?

The 2022 Nissan Sentra is available in 3 trim levels:

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

What is the MPG of the 2022 Nissan Sentra?

The 2022 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.

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Is the 2022 Nissan Sentra reliable?

The 2022 Nissan Sentra has an average reliability rating of 4.2 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2022 Nissan Sentra owners.

Is the 2022 Nissan Sentra a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2022 Nissan Sentra. 76.9% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.2 / 5
Based on 13 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.2
  • Interior: 4.4
  • Performance: 4.1
  • Value: 4.2
  • Exterior: 4.6
  • Reliability: 4.2

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