2005 Nissan Sentra Review
2005 Nissan Sentra Review
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Appraise This CarNissan Sentra model years
Nissan Sentra types
- Sedan
- SE-R Spec V
- SE-R
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Edmunds' Expert Review
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Pros
- Functional cabin design, powerful 2.5-liter engine, nimble handling, lots of standard features.
Cons
- Generic styling, small backseat, SE-R Spec V model commands premium price.
What’s new
The base 1.8 model receives the body-colored door handles and upper instrument panel storage bin from the upper-level models. A trip computer and cruise control are now included on the 1.8 S, and all models receive new seat fabrics. There's also a new color for the gauge cluster housing on the SE-R, and a new shift knob for the SE-R Spec V.
Edmunds says
Packed with features, the Sentra offers a lot for the money, but a cramped rear seat and an aging interior design leave it a step behind the competition.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2005 Nissan Sentra 1.8 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.36 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio
$152/mo for Sentra 1.8
Sentra 1.8
vs
$174/mo
Avg. Compact Car
Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the Used 2005 Nissan Sentra.
5 star(50%)
4 star(29%)
3 star(13%)
2 star(7%)
1 star(1%)
136 reviews
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5 out of 5 stars
Love this Car
todd lovell, 10/09/2015
2005 Nissan Sentra SE-R 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
I bought my SE-R new in 2004 it now has 240k miles on it and is still fast and super fun to drive. I have done nothing but routine maintenance with my biggest repair being tie rod ends. I did a lot of highway driving but 240k with ice cold ac and everything works fine is very impressive. Im looking to put 300k on this car. My last nissan uad 279k
4.5 out of 5 stars
2005 Sentra Special Edition 1.8L Auto
NewEnglandDevil, 06/15/2009
2005 Nissan Sentra 1.8 S 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
An excellent vehicle to own and drive, has made my commute (~66 miles/day, + trips to client sites = 100+ miles occasionally) affordable. Blew a head gasket while still under warranty (~48K), needed a chip download to eliminate rough shifting. I've avoided replacing two expensive lights - fog light broke from being packed with snow and 3rd brake light went out. Other than that, no … problems and I've had no expensive repairs. Has performed great in NE winter; even managed to get up a ~10% unplowed incline to our winter rental in NH. Previously owned a Nissan Truck (350K) so I'm not expecting any problems with the engine or tranny and I'm at 123K now.
2.88 out of 5 stars
Frustrated!
bigisland808, 08/17/2011
2005 Nissan Sentra 1.8 S 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
Bought this car from the orignal owner with low mileage 30K, seemed like a realiable car. The car well kept, inside and out.
Too top it off we did our homework, called the dealership... the lady bought in her car faithfully for service since she bought the car.
Only thing was there was a nail in the tire which they fixed 2 months ago.
Had the car for 3 weeks with no problem then all of a … sudden one morning the car had a hard time starting up. Bought into the dealership the very next day and they said that I had a blown headgasket.
Nissisan claims it was a defect and costs $1800 to be fixed!
AGGHH!
4 out of 5 stars
Reliable
Xy San, 08/24/2015
2005 Nissan Sentra 1.8 S 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
Got this car from my mom in 2013 with 120,000 miles. She purchased this brand new in 2005. it now has 180,000 miles on it. I drive so far to and from work everyday. Still running great and only had to do maintenance. Didnt have to replace anything prematurely.
2005 Sentra Highlights
Sedan
1.8
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $12,900 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 27 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $152/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 11.6 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
Safety
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver4 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriver2 / 5PassengerNot Rated
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRollover4 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalAcceptable
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalPoor
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintPoor
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