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2022 Nissan Sentra

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2022 S 4dr Sedan
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Price:   -  From $19,950
2022 SV 4dr Sedan Price:   -  From $21,030
2022 SR 4dr Sedan Price:   -  From $22,700
Expert Rating
3 (Good)

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: Good vehicle. Decent, but not quite the best. Often affordable, but lacking key features found in vehicles of the same class.

: Below average vehicle. Not recommended, and lacking attributes a car buyer would come to expect for the price.

: Poor vehicle. Simply does not deserve to be on the road.

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Overview

What's New

The 2022 Nissan Sentra receives new option packages for its third year in its current form. The mid-level SV trim can now be equipped with an All-Weather Package, and the sport-flavored SR is available with a Midnight Edition Package.

Choosing Your Nissan Sentra

The Sentra once again comes in three trim levels: S, SV, and SR. Pricing starts at $20,485 including destination and reaches $23,075 for the SR.

Engine Choices

Every Sentra is powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that musters 149 horsepower and 146 lb-ft of torque. A continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) sends power to the front wheels.

The S and SV are EPA-rated at 29 miles per gallon city, 39 mpg highway, and 33 combined. The SR is rated 1 mpg lower due to its larger wheels.

Passenger and Cargo Capacity

The Sentra is a compact sedan that does a competent job of seating five. The trunk holds 14.3 cubic feet, which is above average for this class.

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Safety Features

The Sentra excels when it comes to standard driver assistance features. Every model gets blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, lane departure warning, automatic high beams, a driver alertness monitor, and front and rear automatic emergency braking. The SV and SR also come with adaptive cruise control. Surround-view cameras are available on the SR only in the $2,470 Premium Package.

Connectivity

The base S offers a seven-inch infotainment touchscreen, four speakers, a USB port, and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. Moving up to the SV or SR brings satellite radio, six speakers, and a second USB port.

An eight-speaker Bose sound system is exclusive to SR with the Premium Package.

Nissan doesn't yet offer navigation or wireless charging on the Sentra.

Nissan Sentra

Sentra S — MSRP From $20,485

The Sentra comes equipped with keyless entry, a 4.2-inch driver info display, LED headlights and running lights, a flat-bottom steering wheel, and 16-inch steel wheels with full covers. There are no option packages for the S.

Sentra SV — MSRP From $21,545

The SV offers plusher cloth upholstery, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a rear center armrest with cupholders, a seven-inch driver display, heated side mirrors, rear disc brakes, 16-inch alloy wheels, and the aforementioned safety and connectivity upgrades.

For $590, the new All-Weather Package adds dual-zone automatic climate control, heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and remote start. With those features in place, buyers can top off the SV with a $1,860 Premium Package with quilted leather seats, a leather-wrapped shift knob, a sunroof, a six-way power driver seat, and 17-inch wheels.

Sentra SR — MSRP From $23,075

The SR goes for a sportier look with a dark grille, aerodynamic body trim, signature LED running lights, sport cloth seats with orange stitching, and 18-inch wheels. Dual-zone automatic climate control and remote start are standard. The Midnight Edition Package ($695) goes further with black wheels and black exterior trim and badging.

The $2,470 Premium Package for the SR (N/A with Midnight Edition) provides leatherette upholstery, heated front seats with driver power, a heated steering wheel, thin projector LED headlights, and lighted visor vanity mirrors — plus the Bose sound system and surround-view cameras.

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CarsDirect Tip

We see no reason to settle for the S when the SV offers much more for only $1,060 extra. With the Premium Package selected, the SV is probably the most luxurious car in its class. The SR's upgrades are mostly cosmetic, although it does provide access to some nice features not offered on the SV.

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Expert Review

Pros
  • Loads of standard safety features
  • Stylish design
  • Rear seats are spacious
  • Strong value option
Cons
  • Performance is seriously lacking
  • CVT is sluggish
  • Packages are pricey
Expert Rating
3 (Good)

Our expert ratings are based on seven comprehensive criteria: quality, safety, comfort, performance, fuel economy, reliability history and value.

You can interpret our ratings in the following way:

: Outstanding vehicle. Only the most exceptional vehicles achieve this rating.

: Very Good vehicle. Very good and close to being the best vehicle in its class.

: Good vehicle. Decent, but not quite the best. Often affordable, but lacking key features found in vehicles of the same class.

: Below average vehicle. Not recommended, and lacking attributes a car buyer would come to expect for the price.

: Poor vehicle. Simply does not deserve to be on the road.

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Offers good value. With a starting price tag of $20,485, the 2022 Nissan Sentra is one of the more affordable compact cars in the class. Despite being an affordable choice, the Sentra comes well-equipped with features like a seven-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, push-button start, a tilt-and-telescoping steering column, and four audio speakers. The list won’t blow you away, but it’s far nicer than anything older compact vehicles used to come with.

Our favorite trim is the SV that costs $21,545. For the roughly $1,000 increase, the SV adds a larger eight-inch touchscreen, a seven-inch digital driver display, dual-zone automatic climate control, keyless entry, six audio speakers, nicer cloth upholstery, and alloy wheels.

The major drawback with the Sentra’s pricing is that available packages are expensive. The Premium Package on the SV trim costs $2,270. It adds things like leather upholstery, heated front seats, a moonroof, 17-inch wheels, and a six-way power-adjustable driver’s seat. These are nice features to have, but we balk at the idea of paying that much for them.

Impressive safety. Nissan offers the Sentra with an extensive list of safety features. The compact sedan comes with forward collision warning, pedestrian detection, blind-spot monitoring, lane departure warning, and a driver attention monitor as standard. Nissan is also one of the few brands in the segment to offer the Sentra with forward and reverse automatic emergency braking. The only available safety features include a surround-view parking camera and adaptive cruise control.

The Sentra did well in crash-testing conducted by the IIHS and NHTSA. In the IIHS testing, the Sentra did well enough to earn a Top Safety Pick award. The sedan earned a rating of “Good” in all six crash tests and a “Superior” for its front crash prevention system. The vehicle’s headlights that earned a “Poor” and “Acceptable” held it back. The NHTSA gave the 2022 Sentra a five-star overall safety rating.

Decent styling. The Sentra has never been a good-looking car, but that’s something Nissan’s designers set out to change with the eighth-gen model that came out in 2020. For a compact sedan, the Sentra looks nicer than the majority of its competitors. The Sentra channels the Maxima to be both sporty and upscale. With the brand’s large shield grille and an available black roof, the Sentra looks sporty in the right color scheme.

On the inside, the Sentra combines sporty elements with an upscale design to have one of the nicer interiors in the class. The circular vents look like they’ve been plucked from a luxury vehicle, while the sweeping lines that meet in the center console mimic the sedan’s grille.

We should also point out that the Sentra isn’t a style over substance sedan. At least on the inside. The seats are incredibly comfortable and there’s a surprising amount of space in the back. The front seats coddle passengers in comfort, while the rear seats are nearly as comfortable.

Nissan Sentra

Lacking oomph. A lot of compact vehicles are available with multiple powertrains, but that’s not the case with the Sentra. Nissan only offers the Sentra with a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that makes 149 horsepower. A continuously variable automatic transmission is the standard pairing with the engine.

The powertrain is fine around town, where drivers don’t need a lot of power, but the Sentra has a hard time on the highway where it struggles to pass vehicles. The CVT is sluggish, making the engine feel even more lackluster. The engine is noisy under power, too.

Fuel economy isn’t great, which makes the Sentra’s performance even more disappointing. The base Sentra can get up to 33 mpg combined, while the range-topping SR can get up to 32 mpg combined. Without a hybrid powertrain, the Sentra is far off from being the most efficient vehicle in the class.

Final thoughts. We’re happy to report that the 2022 Nissan Sentra is more than a pretty face. While it lacks the performance, agile handling, and refinement as some of its competitors, it has its own strengths. Comfortable seats, great safety scores, and a look that will never get old keep the Sentra out of the weeds.

Alternatively, there’s a new Honda Civic in town for 2022. The sedan and hatchback arrive with upscale styling, nicer cabins, and impressive tech features that include a nine-inch touchscreen. A high-performance Civic Si and Type R trim are on the table, too.

Meanwhile, the Mazda3 continues to be the go-to option for consumers wanting a luxurious experience. Both the hatchback and sedan are available with a powerful turbocharged engine, all-wheel drive, and a standard 8.8-inch display.

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Specs & Features

Highlights
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
2.0L I-4 / 149 HP / 146 ft.lbs.
Transmission
2-spd CVT w/OD
Drive Type
Front-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
29 / 39 / 34 Mpg
Passenger Capacity
5
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
2.0L I-4 / 149 HP / 146 ft.lbs.
Drive Type
Front-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined
29 / 39 / 34 Mpg
Brakes
Front Disc/rear Drum
Front Suspension
Strut
Rear Suspension
Independent Multi-link
Spare Tire And Wheel
Compact Steel
Fuel Tank
12.4 Gal.
Recommended Fuel Type
Regular Unleaded
Average Cost To Fill Tank
$47
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume
14.3 Cu.ft.
Passenger Volume
96 Cu.ft.
Exterior Length
182.7 "
Exterior Width
71.5 "
Exterior Height
56.9 "
Front Headroom
38.9 "
Rear Headroom
36.7 "
Front Legroom
44.0 "
Rear Legroom
34.7 "
Front Shoulder Room
56.4 "
Rear Shoulder Room
54.5 "
Front Hip Room
Rear Hip Room
Curb Weight
3,036 Lbs.
Wheel Base
107 "
Turning Radius
19.0 '
Exterior Features
Door Count
4 Doors
Wheels
16.0 " Steel
Paint
Clearcoat Monotone
Exterior Mirrors
Dual Power Remote
Bumpers
Body-colored
Grille Moldings
Black W/chrome Accents
Rear Spoiler
Lip
Exhaust
Stainless Steel
Interior Features
Seating
Passenger Capacity
5
Seat Trim
Cloth
Front Seat Type
Bucket
Heated Front Seats
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls
6-way
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls
4-way
Front Armrests
6-way
Rear Armrests
Rear Seats
60-40 Split-bench
Radio & Infotainment
Radio
Am/fm, Clock, Seek-scan
Speakers
4
Radio Steering Wheel Controls
Apple Car Play
Android Auto
Bluetooth w/ Hands-Free Connectivity
Convenience Features
Steering Wheel Type
Telescopic Tilt
Climate Control
Cruise Control
With Steering Wheel Controls
Sun Roof
Rearview Mirror
Day-night / Auto-dimming Day-night
One Touch Open Window
Driver
Tinted Windows
Light
Vanity Mirrors
Remote Keyless Entry
Keyfob (all Doors)
Power Outlets
1
Safety Features
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Overall Front Crash Safety Rating
Overall Side Crash Safety Rating
Rollover Crash Safety Rating
Front Impact Airbags
Driver And Passenger
Driver Side Impact Airbags
Seat Mounted
Knee Airbag
Driver And Passenger
Passenger Side Impact Airbag
Seat Mounted
Rear Side Airbag
Rear Side-impact Airbag
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Front And Rear
Anti-Lock Brakes
4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs)
Forward Collision Warning
Intelligent Forward Collision Warning W/automatic Emergency Braking (aeb) Forward Collision Mitigation
Blind Spot Sensor
Blind Spot Warning (bsw) Blind Spot
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Departure Warning (ldw) Lane Departure
Autonomous Cruise Control
Pedestrian Detection
Automatic Emergency Braking With Pedestrian Detection Front Pedestrian Detection Prevention
Driver Attention Alert
Intelligent Driver Alertness (i-da) Driver Attention
Daytime Running Lights
Auto High Beams
High Beam Assist (hba) Auto High-beam
Adaptive Headlights
Parking Sensors
Rear
Security Systems
Panic Alarm
Ignition Disable
Immobilizer
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles
36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Major Components Months
60 Months / 60,000 Miles
Included Maintenance Months
Roadside Assistance Months
36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion Perforation
60 Months / Unlimited Miles
Accessories Months
36 Months / 36,000 Miles

Used 2022 Nissan Sentra for Sale

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S
Color: Gray
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$17,035

Mileage

33,138 mi

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STG Auto Group - Garden Grove (30 mi)

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SV
Color: Black
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S
Color: Gray
Price

$18,223

Mileage

17,343 mi

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INFINITI of South Bay (10 mi)

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