2025 Nissan Sentra: What's in stock, trim-level comparison, FAQ's.

    Updated 2026-06-04
    Quick Answer

    The Nissan Sentra is Nissan's compact sedan, sized between the subcompact Versa and the midsize Altima. Every Sentra uses a 2.0-liter four-cylinder making about 149 horsepower paired with an Xtronic CVT, with EPA-estimated up to 34 mpg combined. Front-wheel drive is the only configuration. Safety Shield 360 is standard from SV up, Apple CarPlay (wireless on SR) and Android Auto are available across the lineup, and Sentra goes head-to-head with the Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, Hyundai Elantra, and Kia Forte on price, content, and standard active safety.

    Nissan Sentra Gallery3 photos

    2026 Nissan Sentra S in Super Black
    SSuper Black
    2026 Nissan Sentra SR in Atlantic Gray Metallic
    SRAtlantic Gray Metallic
    2026 Nissan Sentra SR in Aspen White Tricoat/Super Black
    SRAspen White Tricoat/Super Black

    Highlights of the 2025 Nissan Sentra

    7 highlights
    • Standard 2.0L inline-four — about 149 hp and 146 lb-ft, paired with an Xtronic CVT.
    • EPA-estimated up to 34 mpg combined (30 city / 40 highway) on the volume configuration.
    • Front-wheel drive only — no AWD option in the Sentra lineup.
    • Safety Shield 360 standard from SV up: AEB with pedestrian detection, blind-spot warning, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-departure warning, rear AEB, and high-beam assist.
    • NissanConnect 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on SV and above; wireless Apple CarPlay on SR.
    • SR adds 18-inch wheels, sport-tuned suspension, paddle shifters, and a sportier exterior.
    • Strong standard warranty: 3-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper and 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain coverage.

    Trim-Level Breakdown and Availability at Swope Nissan

    Compare available trim levels to find the right Nissan Sentra for you. Pricing reflects current in-stock inventory.

    Compare trimsTrim1 trim · 1 in stockS1 in stock
    Pricing
    Starting price$23,299
    Top price$23,299
    Powertrain
    DrivetrainFWD
    Fuel optionsGasoline
    Engine4 Cyl, 2.0L
    MPG (city / hwy)30 / 40
    Standard equipment — safety & driver assistance
    Auto high-beam headlights
    Forward collision-avoidance
    Front & rear parking sensors
    Lane keep assist
    Pedestrian & cyclist detection
    Standard equipment — technology & infotainment
    Push-button start with proximity key
    Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
    Standard equipment — comfort & convenience
    Memory driver seat & mirrors

    Inside the Nissan Sentra

    What the Sentra is

    The Sentra is Nissan's compact sedan and the volume car between the subcompact Versa and the midsize Altima. Every Sentra runs Nissan's 2.0-liter four-cylinder producing about 149 horsepower and 146 lb-ft of torque, paired exclusively with an Xtronic continuously variable transmission and front-wheel drive. EPA combined ratings reach 34 mpg on the volume configuration. There is no manual, no AWD, and no hybrid in the US Sentra lineup — Nissan keeps the formula simple. The Sentra's positioning is value-and-content: a compact sedan with a real active-safety package standard from SV up, at a price below the most-loaded compact rivals.

    Trim ladder and the value story

    The Sentra ladder runs S → SV → SR. S is the entry-level price point with the basics. SV is the volume trim and the value pick: it adds Safety Shield 360, the 8-inch NissanConnect touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, intelligent cruise control, and the Around View Monitor on most build sheets. SR is the sport-tuned trim — 18-inch wheels, sport-tuned suspension, paddle shifters, sport seats, a sportier interior trim, and wireless Apple CarPlay. The SR Premium package layers in things like leatherette seats, heated front seats, a moonroof, and Bose audio. SR is also the only trim where you'll see a meaningful suspension tune for spirited driving.

    How it stacks up vs Civic, Corolla, Elantra, Forte

    Against the Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, Hyundai Elantra, and Kia Forte, the Sentra wins on price-to-content. Safety Shield 360 standard from SV up means active-safety equipment that costs extra elsewhere is baked into the volume trim. Where the Sentra gives up ground is on hybrid efficiency (Civic Hybrid and Corolla Hybrid will out-mpg a Sentra by a meaningful margin) and on outright sportiness — a Civic Si or GR Corolla is in a different category entirely. For shoppers who want a refined, well-equipped, well-warrantied compact sedan at a price under the most-loaded compact rivals, Sentra is squarely in the conversation.

    Pros and Cons

    Pros
    • Safety Shield 360 standard from SV up — full active-safety suite at the volume trim.
    • Up to 34 mpg combined is competitive among non-hybrid compact sedans.
    • Cabin is quiet and well-isolated for the segment, with available leatherette and heated front seats on SR Premium.
    • Sharp pricing relative to a similarly equipped Civic, Corolla, or Elantra.
    • SR adds genuine sport tuning (suspension, paddle shifters, sport seats), not just an appearance package.
    • Wireless Apple CarPlay on SR; Apple CarPlay and Android Auto across SV and above.
    • Strong standard warranty: 3-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper and 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain.
    Cons
    • Front-wheel drive only — no AWD option, unlike the Subaru Impreza.
    • Gas-only — no hybrid option to chase Civic Hybrid or Corolla Hybrid on mpg.
    • 149 hp is competitive but not class-leading; passing power on uphill highway grades is honest, not abundant.
    • The Xtronic CVT does its job efficiently but isn't as engaging as Civic's chassis or Mazda3's manual.
    • Top features (heated seats, moonroof, Bose, leatherette) are concentrated in the SR Premium package.

    Used 2025 Nissan Sentra Inventory at Swope NissanLive

    Current in-stock units at Swope Nissan in Elizabethtown, KY with full specifications, pricing, and direct links to each vehicle's detail page.

    Total in stock1vehicle
    Price range$23,299
    Available powertrainsGasoline
    Last syncedJun 4, 2026 · 10:36 PM
    Showing 1 of 1 vehicles.
    VINStock #YearMakeModelTrimBodyPriceVDPMileageExteriorInteriorEngineDriveTransmissionFuelNew/UsedCPOMPG CityMPG HwyCarfax 1-OwnerOptions
    3N1AB8BV1SY336662U269018402025NissanSentraSSedan$23,299VDP7,747Gun MetallicCharcoal4 Cyl, 2.0LFWDCVTGasolineUsedNo3040Yes
    56 features
    Carpeted Floor Mats with Trunk MatBody Colored Splash Guards (4-Piece)NissanConnect featuring Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smart device mirroringIntelligent Forward Collision Warning w/Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)

    Frequently Asked Questions about the 2025 Nissan Sentra

    Every Sentra uses a 2.0-liter inline-four making about 149 horsepower and 146 lb-ft of torque, paired with an Xtronic continuously variable transmission (CVT). Front-wheel drive is the only configuration; there is no AWD option.
    Per fueleconomy.gov, the 2025 Sentra rates 30 city / 40 highway / 34 combined mpg in the volume configuration; the SR rates 30 / 38 / 33 mpg combined. The 2026 Sentra rates 30 / 38 / 33 mpg combined across the lineup, with the SR/SL rating 29 / 36 / 32 mpg combined.
    No. The Sentra is front-wheel drive only. If AWD is a requirement, look at the Nissan Rogue (compact crossover) or Altima (midsize sedan with available Intelligent AWD on the 2.5L).
    The Sentra is offered in S, SV, and SR trims. SV is the volume value pick; SR adds sport-tuned suspension, 18-inch wheels, paddle shifters, sport seats, and wireless Apple CarPlay. The SR Premium package layers in leatherette, heated seats, a moonroof, and Bose audio.
    Safety Shield 360 is standard on SV and above. It bundles automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, blind-spot warning, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-departure warning, rear automatic braking, and high-beam assist.
    Yes. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are available across the lineup on the 8-inch NissanConnect touchscreen. Wireless Apple CarPlay is standard on the SR trim.
    No. The US Sentra lineup is gas-only — there is no Sentra Hybrid offered. Shoppers who want a hybrid compact sedan should compare the Toyota Corolla Hybrid and Honda Civic Hybrid.
    No. Every Sentra in the current US lineup uses Nissan's Xtronic CVT. Earlier generations offered manuals, but the current Sentra is CVT-only.
    The Sentra offers approximately 14.3 cubic feet of trunk space, which is competitive for a compact sedan. The 60/40-split-folding rear seat lets you carry longer items when needed.
    Nissan's New Vehicle Limited Warranty covers the Sentra for 3 years or 36,000 miles bumper-to-bumper, with 5 years or 60,000 miles of powertrain coverage, whichever comes first. Roadside assistance is included for the duration of the basic coverage.