Used 2011 Nissan Sentra 2.0 S 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT) Consumer Reviews
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Very pleased
sgilbert, Ingleside, TX, 06/19/2011
Nissan Sentra 2.0 S 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
24 of 25 people found this review helpful
Have about 2200 miles on it. Have been very impressed with thoughtful design (large trunk, ample rear seat room, large glove box). Seats are comfortable. I really like the tight, solid body, with no squeaks or rattles. Excellent gas mileage (38-39 mpg on highway at 65-70 mph). No wind noise, and quiet on the highway. Excellent build quality - doors have a quality "thunk" on closing. Nice dash lighting. I enjoy the trip computer, but wish it had a compass. The CVT transmission takes some getting used to, but it's OK. Ride is firm (reviewers say "harsh" over bumps, but I don't find it objectionable. All in all, a quality product I'd recommend.
Reliable compact car for 11 years ownership
chang, Tucson, AZ, 03/25/2016
updated 09/28/2022
Nissan Sentra 2.0 S 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
16 of 17 people found this review helpful
Updated 9/28/2022 has owned 11 years already with 97K, totally satisfied , only unexpected defective is engine light on last year for oxygen sensor failed.( $380 to replace) Other than this, only front break pads, front struct replaced due to I accidently ran over side walk. I replaced transmission oil around 70K, Coolant around 80K, I didn't change break oil every 15K like manual but it's totally fine within 2 times replaced for past 11 years. Updated 9/25/2020 Due to pandemic, only drove 2 K for the 6 months, all good, changed coolant at 82K maintence, Updated 3/26/2020 80 k now ,Changed front structs at 75 k due to leak, not sure if it’s caused by me (missed side walk step while drove out from driveway). Other than this repair, everything is fine , transmission oil has been changed at 70 k. Updated 9/27/2017 It's still good /reliable with only regular oil change / cabin oil filter change In past 6 months, it performed well in LA traffic and highway drive. I had experience to try new version of Nissan Sentra ( 2016) which is less power/ also worse handling than my 2011 Sentra It's still solid European car handling feel with Japanese car reliability , it's sad newer version Sentra has lost all characters The battery was going down again when it approach 58K and Nissan dealer replaced it with my $48 out of pocket ( it was first replaced while above 36 months with warranty ) ; I am glad i get another 5 yrs battery warranty now The only complain is that manual recommend to change break oil every 15K which I don't get it I only changed it while it had 30K , everything is well now and no any dealer asked me to do so....Why Nissan wants you to change brake oil that often ??? So 2011 Sentra is really a nice car even its conservative looking ...... updated 3/26/2017 Everything went well , changed new tires right passed 51 k Other than that, the car is reliable, powerful and easy to maintain Just do the maintenance , I owned the 2011 Sentra S since 2011, it has never experienced any big issues . Had bad battery right before warranty expired during regular oil change in Nissan service dealer . They were nice to find the issue with free replacement and new battery warranty on it. I love the European suspection but Japanese car reliability . There was a issue with break noise right before 30K then I did break oil change at Sears . After that , the noise gone ( manual suggests do brake oil change every 30K ) ; I am giving the car to my daughter now for her college life.We will keep it as long as we can.
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Issues with the shocks/struts, mass airflow
Ric M, Plano, TX, 01/17/2018
Nissan Sentra 2.0 S 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Nissan has terrible design when it comes to the mass airflow of the engine. Diagnostics will point to the mass airflow sensor and fuel sensor when it may be the plastic boot that is cracking and having issues after 5 years. They will call it "normal wear and tear" and they even have a CBS out to the maintenance operations to replace this. However, due to an inspection calling these out and taking to O'Reilly Auto Parts, we bought a two sensors for $400 and it didn't fix the issue. Nice. Now I am having to have the dealership replace the boot, charging us for a rental car while the do the work and more. And, I also had issues when a fuse melted in the driver side interior fuse panel and we can't use the charger port in the car and we have issues with the CD area and controls for the AC/Heat running hot. I NEVER had this issue for my 2002 Altima or with my Honda CRV or Toyota Corolla. I question buying used cars from the dealership in Richardson, TX.
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Nissan Sentra 2.0S
versa_2013, 11/10/2013
Nissan Sentra 2.0 S 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
Purchased a 2011 Nissan Sentra 2.0S with only 1500 miles on it. In three weeks I'm now at 2860 miles and have a good idea what to expect from this car. The ride is VERY smooth. The Sentra's 2.0L engine/CVT combination delivers more than enough power for everyday driving. The cabin is spacious upfront but tight in the back, and well isolated from engine/road noise. Steering is on the stiff side at low speeds. Brake pedal is very responsive. Barely any body roll in any situation. The CVT is surprisingly responsive and smooth, but is very sensitive to throttle. I've been averaging 32.5 mpg overall in Winter driving conditions (Northern Canada.)
Nissan Sentra 2.0
cobalt_08, 04/29/2014
Nissan Sentra 2.0 S 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
6 of 9 people found this review helpful
With ever increasing gas prices, my old Cobalt (29 mpg highway) was getting expensive at the pump. After browsing a bit, I found a base-model 2011 Sentra w/ CVT at my Nissan dealership. Completely void of anything except the basic necessities, an affordable price with very low mileage, I bought it after a test-drive. Like all of you, I have places to go, people to see, and with a 34 mpg highway rating, I would save a bit on gas. *Sigh* The one place I wanted to avoid is now my most popular destination: The Pump. No matter what I do, this car can't get above 27mpg on the highway. I've tried all manners of tests to improve gas mileage, to no avail.