2015 Nissan Sentra vs. Its Competition

2015 Nissan Sentra image
Bengt Halvorson Bengt Halvorson Senior Editor

The Nissan Sentra is a large car for the segment, and it competes most closely with the comfortable and refined Chevrolet Cruze.

The Ford Focus and Hyundai Elantra are both stylish sedans, with the Focus focusing on sporty dynamics, and the Hyundai offering the best value for the money.

The Toyota Corolla and Honda Civic are expected competitors here–both of which are vastly improved for the current model year, especially in relation to where they were just a few years ago.

2015 Nissan Sentra image2015 Nissan Sentra
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Quick Specs
7.2
The 2015 Nissan Sentra isn't at all the performer of the segment, but it's certainly a comfortable, spacious car for the money.
7.6
The 2015 Chevrolet Cruze might now be one of the oldest designs in its class, but it remains one of the strongest entries -- especially for those focused on comfort, practicality, and fuel-efficiency.
8.6
The 2015 Ford Focus lineup gets a clean new look for 2015, as well as a high-mileage three-cylinder engine option and revamped cabin comforts. From efficiency-minded models to the high-performance ST, it remains one of the best-driving small cars on the market.
7.8
The 2015 Honda Civic is refined, comfortable, and offers top-notch safety ratings and features.
8.2
Snappy sheetmetal and smart packaging puts the 2015 Hyundai Elantra on most must-drive lists, though it's not as engaging to drive as some compact sedans.
7.6
The 2015 Toyota Corolla maintains its reputation for low running costs and frugality, but there's not a lot more beyond that, to make this a very appealing lineup.
MSRP From     
$16,530$16,170$17,170$18,290$17,250$16,950
Gas Mileage     
27 MPG City / 40 MPG Hwy22 MPG City / 46 MPG Hwy23 MPG City / 38 MPG Hwy22 MPG City / 47 MPG Hwy24 MPG City / 38 MPG Hwy27 MPG City / 42 MPG Hwy
Engine     
Regular Unleaded I-4Gas I4Regular Unleaded I-4Regular Unleaded I-4Regular Unleaded I-4Regular Unleaded I-4
EPA Class     
Midsize CarsMidsize CarsCompact CarsCompact CarsMidsize CarsMidsize Cars
Style Name     
4-Door Sedan I4 Manual S4-Door Sedan Manual L4-Door Sedan S2-Door Manual LX4-Door Sedan Manual SE (Alabama Plant)4-Door Sedan Manual L (GS)
Drivetrain     
Front Wheel DriveFront Wheel DriveFront Wheel DriveFront Wheel DriveFront Wheel DriveFront Wheel Drive
Passenger Capacity     
555555
Passenger Doors     
N/A4N/AN/AN/AN/A
Body Style     
SedanSedanSedanCoupeSedanSedan
Transmission     
Manual w/ODManualManual w/ODManual w/ODManual w/ODManual w/OD
Detailed Spec Comparison
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