2009 Nissan Sentra Consumer Discussions

Low End Sedans (under $16k)

• Re: I still think like it's the 80'2 and 90's [joeyrab]

  Written by: backy on May 22, 2011 12:03:31 PM

  Since you provided your personal experience, I'll provide mine: 2001 Elantra GLS, purchased new in October 2000, sold to my sister five years ago. Still going strong, about 80k miles, no major work except regular maintenance and a clutch replacement after my wife and son worked together to destroy it six years ago. 2004 Elantra GT, purchased new in March 2004, 61k miles, still drives like new (60k service increased the ... Read More

Nissan Sentra Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• bought 2009 Nissan Sentra S CVT $12554

  Written by: crh3 on Jun 19, 2009 3:25:30 PM

  Last Sunday, I bot a Nissan Sentra S CVT for $12554 (after $3000 regular rebate and $500 college graduate rebate). OTD with CA TTL on $16054 is $14380, with 6.9% 60mon NMAC financing (I would pay it off right after the rebate is posted to my account, so rate does not matter). The original MSRP of the car with floor mat and mud guard is $18,760. The car has 31 miles ... Read More

• Re: Sentra 2.0S in Arizona [asuasu]

  Written by: alpine1 on Mar 29, 2009 11:20:40 AM

  You should be able to purchase a 2009 Nissan Sentra 2.0S with MSRP of $18,595 for $15,345 + tax.

New Sentra Owners' Experiences

• Re: Any advice for my 2009 nissan sentra problem? [backy]

  Written by: wvmommie on Dec 21, 2010 7:02:03 AM

  I just got a car used same issue it swerves on the highway and its under 35000 miles i dont know but im calling the dealer today.

• Re: Any advice for my 2009 nissan sentra problem? [needasafecar]

  Written by: backy on Sep 21, 2010 5:48:45 AM

  Since this happens every time you drive on the freeway, I recommend you take someone with you with a video camera and they can record the swerving as it happens. Then send the video to Nissan and to the NHTSA--and let Nissan know you have sent it to the NHTSA and asked them to open an investigation. You should call Nissan's customer support number and tell them you are sending them ... Read More

• Any advice for my 2009 nissan sentra problem?

  Written by: needasafecar on Sep 20, 2010 10:15:01 PM

  Hi everyone, First of all, I want to thank you for posting your problems about your nissan sentras. I have been having issues with my 2009 nissan sentra since I about it mid-last year and it is good to know I am not the only one going through this . My car swerved since 2009 and still swerves whenever I am driving on the freeway. The terrifying problem usually starts when ... Read More

Nissan Sentra 2010

• Re: Nissan Sentra 2010

  Written by: deksza on Sep 9, 2010 11:37:47 AM

  I just bought a 2010 Nissan Sentra from Hertz Rent2Buy. I'm very happy with it overall, but it came with a basic stereo with no bluetooth or navigation. Is it possible to purchase the Nissan Nav system somewhere to upgrade it? If not and I go with an aftermarket unit is there anything special I should know? For example I know in the 2009 Sentra the stereo ran the trip computer ... Read More

Nissan Sentra Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• NIssan 2009 Sentra base model SL

  Written by: se_ryder on Jan 27, 2009 4:43:47 PM

  Just purchased a new 2009 black base model sentra SL, OTD for $17,999. Purchase was cash.

• Re: Nissan Sentra 2009/2010 [rit2]

  Written by: alamocity on Mar 22, 2010 7:06:23 PM

  Gunn Nissan in San Antonio

• Re: Nissan Sentra 2009/2010 [alamocity]

  Written by: rit2 on Mar 22, 2010 7:03:05 PM

  Hi, thannk you very much for your reply. Can you please let me know which dealer offered this price ($14,259)? Thanks,

• Re: Nissan Sentra 2009/2010 [rit2]

  Written by: alamocity on Mar 21, 2010 12:04:55 PM

  I've seen one of the local dealers has a 2010 S model with floor mats for $14,259 (MSRP of $17,990) so you might target that price.

• Nissan Sentra 2009/2010

  Written by: rit2 on Mar 19, 2010 6:04:13 PM

  I want to buy a new Nissan Sentra 2009 (if available) or 2010 model 2.0S. What would be a appropriate deal in Dallas area? Anyone getting less than $15,500+TTL? Please advice. Thanks,

Nissan Sentra Real World MPG

• bad gas mileage 2009 Sentra

  Written by: jmalcolmp65 on Jan 30, 2010 12:49:29 PM

  Hi everyone. The following is a letter I sent to Nissan Canada in regard to the terrible mileage I'm getting from my 2009 Sentra. Read on and respond if you like. MPG(Imperial Gallon) comparison chart Nissan Sentra – years 2007-2009 with 2.0L engine with CVT Edmunds.com consumer reviews (Knowing the mpg mentioned was US gallon I did the math and converted into Imperial Gallons for this comparison. 1 Imperial gallon = ... Read More

Nissan Sentra Transmission Problems

• How much hp and torque cvt can hold

  Written by: dbb4 on Jan 13, 2010 5:17:37 PM

  I have a 2009 nissan Sentra and I think it would be really cool to put a turbo on it for the fact it would be a steady flow of boost with the cvt but I have no clue how much the cvt can handle the steal belt stretches and it also has a breaking point but i was wondering if there was a upgrade or how much hp and torque ... Read More

Nissan Sentra 2009

• Re: Nissan Sentra 2009 CVT FE+ 2.0S [cwolf2007]

  Written by: ovybox on Dec 21, 2009 8:21:36 PM

  Same on my 2008 Sentra 2.0S CVT. The suspension is a bit stiff (do not feel bumps) but that's fine cause I drive on interstate mainly. Acceleration is less sensitive than on other cars. Love the CVT gearbox.

New Sentra Owners' Experiences

• Re: Sentra pulls to the left [capaccione]

  Written by: barpye on Nov 2, 2009 10:25:27 PM

  I also have a 2009 sentra and it pulls to the left at highway speeds. If you let go of the steering wheel or are distracted for a moment, the vehicle quickly veers to the left. Dealer mechanic said it has a problem, dealer general manager said it has a problem, but the dealer service manager claims it is normal for this model to pull to the left or right and ... Read More

Nissan Sentra 2009

• Nissan Sentra 2009 CVT FE+ 2.0S

  Written by: cwolf2007 on Aug 19, 2009 10:01:31 PM

  We also brought this model this month but did not feel those bump you mention about. On the other hand, we find the acceleration is not sensitive as we need to press a lot to make the car start to move. The car even not move when the at "D" position without acceleration or brake.

• Nissan Sentra 2009 - Road Vibrations & Bumps

  Written by: shirschberg on Aug 15, 2009 7:36:02 PM

  We just purchased a Nissan Sentra 2.0S. We very much like the car, but there is allot of road vibration and you FEEL every bump the car goes over. The mechanic took some air out of the tires (which were slightly over inflated) but we stlll get a VERY rough ride over bumps. Is there anything that can improve this condition such as a higher grade struts on the front? Thanks ... Read More

Economy Sedans (~$16k-$20k)

• Re: I've driven them all (almost)... [backy]

  Written by: shipo on Nov 13, 2008 9:58:09 AM

  Yeah, I'm aware that the Mazda3 is in its last year, and as it turns out, the Rabbit has already been replaced (in Europe) as well, so both of my two finalists are "lame-duck" cars. Appropriate given our current economic and political situation. ;) As far as which version of the cars; I drove the models that offered the best mix of fuel economy (my 25,000 annual commute miles were looming ... Read More

Nissan Sentra 2009

• New info just posted at Nissannews

  Written by: waynetam on Jul 12, 2008 12:48:19 AM

  I'm disappointed that 09 Sentra still doesn't have ESP which is proven to save lives. 2009 Nissan Sentra and Sentra SE-R The sixth generation Sentra, which debuted in 2007, offers style, space, quality, performance and interior flexibility for active lifestyles. For 2009, Sentra is again available with standard 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine, standard 6-speed manual transmission or available fuel-efficient Nissan Xtronic CVTä (Continuously Variable Transmission). Sentra is also available in Sentra SE-R ... Read More

Nissan Sentra Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Great vehicle. Best value in class at time of purchase (June 2008)

  Written by: redstripe_e90 on Jun 27, 2008 11:20:31 AM

  You'd think I run out of stuff to type, but I did want to say that I was very impressed with the Nissan Sentra, much more so than I thought I would be. This purchase is a gift for someone who needed an economical compact sedan that is reliable and safe. When I initially set out to look for vehicles in this class, I thought I would probably be picking between ... Read More

Nissan Sentra 2009

• Nissan Sentra 2009

  Written by: budh on Jun 20, 2008 11:42:55 AM

  Any idea when we can expect the 2009 Sentra to be available? Any changes expected? (I would really like stability control to be an option on the higher models, at least.) Bud H

Nissan Sentra Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2008 Nissan Sentra (Nice car) [jeep53]

  Written by: ike3 on Apr 28, 2008 7:54:17 AM

  And yet, given the price and all those extra options...still, no heated outside mirrors are made available for U.S. buyers. You can get those on the '09 Corolla. And you can get them on a Canadian spec '08 Sentra, but not here in the U.S. Is anyone from Nissan USA listening? This feature is needed for northern U.S. and mountain west locations. Good deal, yes...but still a pricey vehicle without the ... Read More

• Re: 2008 Nissan Sentra vs. 2008 Honda Civic [jeep53]

  Written by: ike3 on Feb 10, 2008 10:28:07 AM

  I test drove both. Preferred the Sentra. A more comfortable ride due to the "ripple control" shocks/struts. Seats were also more comfortable than Civic. Driving position I thought was better, more of a taller riding position. Fuel efficiency is slightly better with Civic according to EPA. Resale value would also be better with Civic than with Sentra. However, neither vehicle yet offers VSC for 2008 models. Rest of it really is ... Read More

Nissan Sentra Spec V vs Honda Civic Si

• Re: Spec V vs. Si Sedan [jd10013]

  Written by: eldaino on Aug 30, 2007 9:01:43 AM

  the s2k will not run with the Z. 237 hp is no match for the for the VQ. hell, the altima has 270. Its not like we're talikg 20 or 30 hp difference. you taling about a difference of 70 hp. to echo what iomatic and k5ldb posted, you can' go on just numbers; the s2k does not weigh a lot. This is why i concluded earlier that you are a ... Read More

• Re: Spec V vs. Si Sedan [eldaino]

  Written by: jd10013 on Aug 28, 2007 4:03:32 PM

  you don't give up, :P do you. say what you want, the s2k will not run with the Z. 237 hp is no match for the for the VQ. hell, the altima has 270. Its not like we're talikg 20 or 30 hp difference. you taling about a difference of 70 hp. proof? again, thats what the NEW accord is for...and even so, the old accord is not left in the ... Read More

Nissan Sentra 2007

• No Heated Outside Mirrors in US Models?

  Written by: ike3 on Feb 27, 2007 1:32:18 PM

  I just got back from the Toronto Int'l Auto Show recently. The '07 Nissan Sentra there comes with heated power outside mirrors. This is on the S and SL models, standard. On the standard 2.0 model, the outside mirrors remain unheated...like the USA. But here in the US, you can't get the power heated mirrors on ANY trim level. What's with that? Living in western NY, our climate is very similar ... Read More