2009 Nissan Sentra FE+ 2.0 SR

The sport-oriented 2009 Nissan Sentra FE+ 2.0 SR includes a number of exterior enhancements not found on the other Sentra 2.0 trims, including a unique front fascia with a sport grille, dark-chrome bezel headlights, sporty side sills, and a unique rear end with dark-smoked bezel taillights, a chrome exhaust finisher, and a spoiler with an integrated LED brake light. The FE+ 2.0 SR also offers exterior colors not available for the other 2.0 trims, as well as a unique charcoal cloth interior. In addition to its unique features, the Sentra FE+ 2.0 SR comes equipped with such standard features as air conditioning, cruise control, a trip computer, and power windows and door locks.

The front-wheel-drive FE+ 2.0 SR runs on the same 2.0-liter, double-overhead-cam four-cylinder engine powering the other Sentra 2.0 trims. It generates 140 hp and 147 lb-ft of torque, and pushes the FE+ 2.0 SR from 0 to 60 in 8.6 seconds. The engine links to an Xtronic CVT (continuously variable transmission). Fuel economy checks in at a respectable 26/34 mpg. Standard performance-related features include electric power-assisted steering, ripple-control shock absorbers, four-wheel antilock brakes, and electronic brakeforce distribution, which adjusts the braking pressure to each wheel during emergency situations to ensure optimal stopping power. The Sentra FE+ 2.0 SR rides on 16-inch, seven-spoke aluminum-alloy wheels.

By R. Feeman