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4.25 out of 5 stars

2002 Nissan Sentra GXE

Scott M, 07/06/2002
2002 Nissan Sentra GXE 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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Well I bought this car about 3 months ago and Im very pleased with it so far. I really like the exterior styling opposed to the older sentra's. One thing I dont like is the power, I wished it had more. I know there is the Se-r and Se-r spec V but 126hp in isnt a enough for the GXE. The 2000 sentra Se even had around 140hp. I think Nissan should have kept that horse power in the GXE for 2002. But overall its the most reliable car you can get. I would much rather have this car than a 2002 Honda Civic any day. I recomend this car to anyone who is thinking about getting a economical car that isnt over 20,000$

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4.75 out of 5 stars

2002 SE-R Spec V

stix006, 01/02/2003
2002 Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
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Great car for a great price, speed and acceleration is unrivaled for anything in this price range. I just wish the gas tank was bigger, but it suffices. A great car to drive, takes off really quickly. You have to be careful because there's alot of torque an its FWD, so you have to be on your toes.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Great car

KD, 07/09/2002
2002 Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
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This car is one of the best cars you can get for the price you pay. There is no other car on the market that can do what this car can do for under 20K. It's got great acceleration and it's just fun to drive with six speeds. The car handles smoothly and the seats are very comfortable. They hold you pretty well in place when you make those sharp turns. And for 17" wheels, the ride is extremely quite and smooth. The interior is spacious and there is a lot of trunk space. The car is big enough to fit 4 while sporty enough to have fun with. The gas mileage is good too for a car with this capability.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

SE-R is a winner!

jimb651, 06/02/2002
2002 Nissan Sentra SE-R 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
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When I first saw this car, I thought "Jeez, another Japanese car with a rear spoiler...just what I need (NOT!)." Then I drove it...it was great! Smooth, powerful (as a small car can be) and handles like a sports car. My only gripe is the styling. Now if Nissan could make the Altima look and drive like this, they'd have a real winner.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

Pocket Rocket

White SE-R, 07/10/2002
2002 Nissan Sentra SE-R 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
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Gobs of torque. Fun to drive. Look out Honda, Nissan is back in the sportcompact car market.

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