The Nissan Sentra and the Volkswagen Jetta have been longstanding entries in the compact car lineup. However, both the Volkswagen Jetta and the Nissan Sentra have had troubles in recent model years. The 2020 Nissan Sentra has had significantly declining sales from the first quarter of 2019 to 2020. Furthermore, the 2021 Volkswagen Jetta has received harsh reviews from some …
The Nissan Sentra has come a long way. But you wouldn’t necessarily think that when you look at the 2018 model. The 2018 Sentra stands out for being one of the most dependable and affordable versions. But you might want to rethink settling on this Nissan for a cheap used car. Driving the 2018 Nissan Sentra is rather …
It would be great to own the safest car possible, but there are many options and factors that go into selecting a car. Headlights are one important safety feature to consider. About 50% of the car crashes that result in deaths happen in the dark, and more than 25% happen on roads that don’t have …
Automatic emergency braking systems have long been included with top-trim vehicles. However, in 2015, about 20 automakers worldwide announced they had agreed to make AEB a standard feature on most new cars by September 2022. In late December 2019, Consumer Reports and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety announced that Audi, Volvo, Mercedes-Benz, and Tesla …
A brand-new car is a major investment. You want the vehicle that suits your commuting needs, offers reliability, fits into your budget, and lasts several years. The good news is there are plenty of excellent new cars, including the Mazda3 and the Nissan Sentra. The bad news: Trying to decide which one gives you the …
If you’re shopping for a new compact sedan, there are many solid options on the market. It’s just a matter of determining your needs. Do you want something with engaging driving dynamics and the latest safety and tech features? Or are you working with a budget? If you’re on a budget, a sedan like the …
With all of the recent improvements Nissan has made to various models, it is more tempting than ever to buy one. The Sentra, for example, offers tremendous value for its $19,410 base price. In terms of EVs, the LEAF is not only affordable but quite reliable as well. The Altima, on the other hand, remains …
Throughout the years, automakers have grown to realize how essential it is to include advanced safety features in their vehicles. The backup camera, once thought to be a luxury, is now standard on all new cars. There are also quite a few cars that offer automatic emergency braking on the base trim, like the Nissan …
Last week, we learned the recently redesigned Nissan Sentra was among the six finalists in MotorTrend’s 2021 Car of the Year competition. It’s up against the Hyundai Sonata and Mercedes-Benz CLA, two cars that are at least similar to the Sentra in some ways. The rest of the competition, though? Let’s just say those cars …
With the 400Z’s promising design, it seems Nissan is rediscovering its affordable performance side. This is great news, as the Japanese brand has a history of fun hits outside of the Skyline GT-R. For example, there was the AWD Pulsar GTi-R and the Corvette-slaying 300ZX. And there was also the car that’s today’s Cars and …
Depending on where you look, the Nissan Sentra is the total package. The 2020 Sentra features an all-new platform and many practical and upscale features. Even so, reviews on this Nissan are mixed. Here’s what some of the most respected critics have to say. The 2020 Nissan Sentra has a lot to offer Nissan’s Sentra can give you a …
With the many high-tech safety and driver-assist features available in vehicles today, the details of a car’s headlights may not be the first safety feature drivers think about. Good headlights are very important, though, and that includes having them aligned properly to light up the road. Nissan recently discovered that there is a problem with …
Nissan vehicles have been a reliable and affordable choice for more than 35 years. The first Nissan Sentra appeared in 1982 as an entry-level subcompact car, built to replace the legendary Datsun. In 2000, the classification changed to compact. As the sedan continued to grow in size seven years later, the EPA gave the Sentra a mid-size rating …
The Nissan Sentra is a compelling option to buy if you’re looking for a dependable compact car. The Sentra has earned strong safety and reliability ratings, plus its good on fuel economy too. If you’re thinking about buying a Sentra used, the 2017 model year is among the best to buy. But while the 2017 Sentra is reliable, you …
Buying a car used typically means paying a fraction of the original sticker price, but you want to know that you’re getting into a car that isn’t going to cost you even more down the road. This can mean looking into car maintenance and repair costs, but also how fuel-efficient your car is going to …