2008 Nissan Sentra Consumer Reviews
Fuel Economy
24 - 28 mpg
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(142 Total Reviews)
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Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 6 | Build Quality: | 2 |
| Comfort: | 6 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 6 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 6 | ||
Vehicle
2008 Nissan Sentra 2.0 S 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
Review
We have had our Sentra for about 2 years Can't keep tires on the back of it It wears out a set every 20000 miles Put a new set on at 36000miles and it messed them up in less than 6000 miles Took it to the dealer and they said the rear end was out of alignment but there was nothing they could do about it Called Nissan and they said there was not a problem with the car There is information all over the internet telling about the problem and how to fix it but Nissan keeps saying there is not a problem and to just change my tires every 6000 miles Would not own another Nissan ever!!!
Favorite Features
Suggested Improvements
Fix your cars
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
Just "OK"
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 6 | Fun-to-Drive: | 4 | Build Quality: | 5 |
| Comfort: | 5 | Interior Design: | 4 | Reliability: | 7 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 6 | ||
Vehicle
2008 Nissan Sentra 2.0 S 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
Review
I've had my Sentra for 18 mos. and have come to the conclusion that it is just "OK". I have 25,000 miles on it and it has been reliable-no mechanical problems. That said, having been a Honda owner previously (Civics and Accords), I wish now that I had stuck with Honda for two reasons: comfort and fuel economy. I drive 120 miles daily on straight, flat, highways and the best I have ever gotten was 32 MPG. I did better than that with my Accord which was bigger and more powerful, and far better than that with my Civic. Regarding comfort, the absence of telescopic steering means having to drive with outstretched arms, which is uncomfortable and annoying. Also, road noise is a bit loud.
Favorite Features
Sticker price, reliability, CVT,
Suggested Improvements
Telescopic steering! Also, there needs to be better noise insulation between the cabin and the trunk. I get too much road noise emanating from the trunk.
6 out 7 people found this review helpful
31000 miles and plenty to Go!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2008 Nissan Sentra 2.0 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
Review
Ok, so I've had my sentra for almost a year now. This car does well as far as gas mileage since I drive 50+ miles one way commuting back and forth to work. All and all it's a great car with great gas mileage, only thing is the steering wheel is rather hard to steer, and limits your movement as far as hand placement. For a tall and thin sedan this car seems very grounded and handles curves alright.
Favorite Features
Radio & good gas mileage..and the keyless entry I had installed...part of deal for car.
Suggested Improvements
Make keyless entry and cruise control standard on all models.
3 out 3 people found this review helpful
16000 and still a great car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2008 Nissan Sentra 2.0 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
Review
i recently purchased this car used with nissans certified pre-owned program. That being said I cannot find anything inherently wrong with the car design without nitpicking. Yes the CVT transmission takes some getting used to and the stability when driving "spirited" leaves me wanting more. It is to say that this is a commuter vehicle and as such performs its daily tasks appropriatly to its design. No it is not a speed racer and its not ment to be. Seeing that the speed limit in my state is still 70 mph the sentra seems to work well at this speed for long distances. as for anyone complaining about the whirring noise from the transmission at speed needs to just turn some music on.
Favorite Features
probably the bluetooth handsfree altho there are many other cars out there that offer it. The CVT tranny once you get used to its uniqueness.
Suggested Improvements
Better handling and better packaging options (if you want one option like say a sun roof you end up having to get like 5 other expensive items you dont necessarily want)
6 out 6 people found this review helpful
less than impressed
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 6 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 1 | Interior Design: | 4 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2008 Nissan Sentra 2.0 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
Review
This car gets great gas mileage and the exterior of the car is very Nice. But, it is the most uncomfortable car that I have ever had to drive. The steering wheel is extremely uncomfortable, I feel like I can never adjust my hands and elbows to a comfortable position while driving it.
Favorite Features
great gas mileage, cruise control
Suggested Improvements
change the steering wheel and seats to make them more accommodating.
All I need in a car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2008 Nissan Sentra 2.0 S 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
Review
After owning only American cars I love my Nissan Sentra, my wife owns an 06 Altima. We have 5 kids, 3 at home, and this car is quick (CVT), great gas mileage, 29 city and 34 Hwy. I am 62 and find it very comfortable with space left in the back for an adult with extra head room. I think it is very quiet and runs on the highway very smoothly for a small car. Now is it like my pervious Lincoln Towncar, no way. But is far better than any other midsize car I have owned. The only complaint is winter time in Iowa, being small it can be a challenge to drive in very heavy snow. I love this car and it is all I need.
Favorite Features
Everything
Suggested Improvements
Better Tires for winter
4 out 4 people found this review helpful
Best Bang for the Buck!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2008 Nissan Sentra 2.0 S 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
Review
I'm a mid-to-later aged guy who is basically lazy and let me tell you that this car with the telephone modem and keyless entry is a dream! Except for the fact that it's a bit tall and thin so it doesn't have the stability of, say, my honda civic, it is a really a great car and has a lot of room inside and in the hide away trunk. I only get about 26mpg but I'm a heavy-footer. I've broken the darn drivers mirror off twice in my tight garage so I think they need to be "foldable". The mpg avg on the dash is a joke but the radio is great. I have noticed that the tire pressure is a major issue and between the low pressure alarm as well as veering to one side or the other.
Favorite Features
keyless entry, phone modem, cvt tranmission, large room inside and in trunk
Suggested Improvements
vinyl door bottoms inside scuff too easily put new mat'l there! make mirrors foldable. add stability so car handles better
6 Speed Fun
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 6 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2008 Nissan Sentra 2.0 S 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
Review
This is the third Nissan we have owned. My wife loves them. She opted for the 6 speed which is smooth and fun to drive. We have 11k miles on the car and so far so good except for one squeak in the back no one can find. The fuel mileage is great at 36 mpg Hwy. The biggest improvement would be a little more leg room for the knees the shifter console is rough on them after a few miles. Overall very satisfied and will keep for about 6 years. Thanks Nissan and keep up the Good work!!
Favorite Features
Smooth, fun to drive 6 speed transmission. New look and standard features on the S package. Great value for the money.
Suggested Improvements
More leg room. Shifter console is hard on the knees.
love this car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2008 Nissan Sentra 2.0 S 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
Review
this car is amazing.i love it.from outside this car look small but it is allot of space in the car. also the best part in this car is u put back seat down and make space bigger. best car for me....yaaaaaaa
Favorite Features
back seats fold and make space bigger for anything u can put
Suggested Improvements
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
2008 nissan sentra one year mark
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 4 | Fun-to-Drive: | 3 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 6 | Interior Design: | 5 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
Vehicle
2008 Nissan Sentra 2.0 S 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
Review
Have had car for one year, mpg when new was 28 now a year later is 37 mpg long highway trip to work, car is no frills boring to drive, runs great no issues plan to buy it when lease is up, only complaint is rear defogger not up to par, also had someone hit my bumper at 3 mph bill was 1800.00 to fix that is not right for such a small hit.
Favorite Features
cvt and mpg
Suggested Improvements
more noise reduction on undercarriage
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