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2012 Nissan Sentra

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Nissan Sentra highlights

Customer reviews

4.2 out of 5

RepairPal reliability rating

4 out of 5

Mileage (EPA estimate)

27 city, 34 highway, 30 combined

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SE-R Spec V 2WD 4D Sedan

Standard Features

  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alloy Wheels
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • CD Audio
  • Cloth Seats
  • Cruise Control
  • Manual Transmission
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear Spoiler
  • Side Airbags
  • Traction Control

Optional Features

  • Bluetooth Technology
  • Navigation System
  • Rear View Camera
  • Rockford Fosgate Sound
  • Smart Key
  • Sunroof(s)

Drive type

2WD

Engine size

2.5L

Horsepower

200

Torque (ft-lbs)

180

Engine type

Gas

Fuel capacity

14.5

Wheelbase

105.7"

Overall length

180.1"

Width

70.5"

Height

59.1"

Leg room

F 42.4"/R 34.5"

Head room

F 40.6"/R 37.3"

Front tires

P225/45WR17

Rear tires

P225/45WR17

Seating capacity

5

Max towing capacity

100/1000 lbs.

Transmission

Manual 6

Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

4.2 out of 5

65 customer reviews

RepairPal reliability rating

4
Excellent

RepairPal gave the Nissan Sentra an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Nissan Sentra 17th out of 44 among Compact Cars.

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