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Used 2020 Nissan Sentra Sedan Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The Nissan Sentra is a small sedan offered in three trims with a short list of option packages. The base S model is relatively lightly equipped but comes with numerous advanced driver aids. The SV is only a little more expensive but adds a wealth of upgrades. The SR is the reasonably priced range-topping model with a few sport-themed touches.

A 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (149 horsepower, 146 lb-ft of torque) is standard across the board and drives the front wheels through a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT).

The Sentra S kicks things off with features such as 16-inch steel wheels, push-button ignition, a 7-inch touchscreen and a four-speaker audio system. Standard safety features include a blind-spot monitor, lane departure warning, forward collision warning with pedestrian detection, and automatic emergency front and rear braking.

Moving up to the SV adds alloy wheels, adaptive cruise control, keyless entry, dual-zone climate control, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, an 8-inch touchscreen, extra USB ports and a six-speaker audio system. You also get Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration.

The SV is eligible for the SV Premium package, which adds 17-inch wheels, LED headlights, a sunroof, a power driver's seat, heated front seats and leather upholstery.

At the top of the model range is the sporty SR. It builds on the SV's content, adding 18-inch wheels, LED headlights and sporty exterior design flourishes. It also has a Premium package, which includes upgrades from the SV Premium, plus a heated steering wheel, a surround-view parking camera system, simulated leather upholstery and an eight-speaker Bose audio system.

Which Sentra trim does Edmunds recommend?

The bargain-priced S is loaded with safety and tech features, but we think most buyers would be better served by the SV. It adds quality-of-life upgrades that include Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration, adaptive cruise control and more. It's a supremely good buy when you consider all these additions cost less than $1,200.

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McKinney, TX
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Sentra S
Sentra SV
Sentra SR
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S
2.0L 4cyl CVT
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2.0L 4cyl CVT
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Features

Features

Features

Bluetooth
Not Available
standard
standard
Navigation
Not Available
standard
standard
Satellite radio
Not Available
standard
standard
Keyless Ignition
standard
standard
standard
Cruise control
standard
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
Not Available
standard
standard
Parking assistance
standard
standard
standard
Upholstery
cloth
premium cloth
premium cloth
Heated seats
Not Available
optional
optional
Cooled/Ventilated seats
Not available
Not available
Not available
Folding rear seats
standard
standard
standard
Sunroof
Not Available
optional
optional
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Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Country of final assembly
Mexico
Mexico
Mexico
Drivetrain
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
Engine power
149 hp @ 6,400 rpm
149 hp @ 6,400 rpm
149 hp @ 6,400 rpm
Engine torque
146 lb-ft @ 4,400 rpm
146 lb-ft @ 4,400 rpm
146 lb-ft @ 4,400 rpm
Engine displacement
2.0 l
2.0 l
2.0 l
Engine configuration
inline 4
inline 4
inline 4
Transmission
continuously variable-speed automatic
continuously variable-speed automatic
continuously variable-speed automatic
Tire size
205/60R16
205/60R16
215/45R18
Wheel size
16 X 6.5-in
16 X 6.5-in
18 X 7.5-in
Wheel type
steel wheels
alloy wheels
alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
Not available
Not available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
29 / 39 / 33 MPG
29 / 39 / 33 MPG
28 / 37 / 32 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
12.4 gal.
12.4 gal.
12.4 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
360 / 484 miles
360 / 484 miles
347 / 459 miles
Fuel Type
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
38.1 ft.
38.1 ft.
38.1 ft.
Curb weight
3,047 lb.
3,045 lb.
3,084 lb.
Ground Clearance
4.8 in.
4.8 in.
4.9 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
Overall Width without Mirrors
71.5 in.
71.5 in.
71.5 in.
Height
56.9 in.
56.9 in.
57.0 in.
Length
182.7 in.
182.7 in.
182.7 in.
Wheelbase
106.8 in.
106.8 in.
106.8 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
14.3 cu. ft.
14.3 cu. ft.
14.3 cu. ft.
Cargo Space, Rear Seat Down or Removed
Front Head Room
38.9 in.
38.9 in.
38.9 in.
Front Leg Room
44.0 in.
44.0 in.
44.0 in.
Front Shoulder Room
56.4 in.
56.4 in.
56.4 in.
Rear Head Room
36.7 in.
36.7 in.
36.7 in.
Rear Leg Room
37.4 in.
37.4 in.
37.4 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
54.5 in.
54.5 in.
54.5 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
$33,473
$34,715
$35,513
Average Cost Per Mile
$0.45
$0.46
$0.47
Depreciation
$7,731
$8,550
$8,707
Financing
$2,545
$2,713
$2,780
Taxes & Fees
$1,186
$1,242
$1,265
Fuel
$6,740
$6,740
$6,948
Insurance
$7,056
$7,136
$7,258
Maintenance
$5,724
$5,843
$6,064
Repairs
$2,491
$2,491
$2,491
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Colors

Colors

Colors

Interior
Charcoal, cloth
Tan, leather
Charcoal, premium cloth
Charcoal, premium cloth
Charcoal, leatherette
Exterior
Gun Metallic
Brilliant Silver Metallic
Fresh Powder
Super Black
Scarlet Ember Tintcoat
Electric Blue Metallic
Fresh Powder
Aspen White Tricoat
Super Black
Rosewood Metallic
Gun Metallic
Brilliant Silver Metallic
Scarlet Ember Tintcoat
Gun Metallic
Electric Blue Metallic
Aspen White Tricoat
Super Black
Monarch Orange Metallic/Super Black
Aspen White Tricoat/Super Black
Gun Metallic/Super Black