Kia Spectra vs Nissan Sentra
Overview | |
Years produced2000-2009 | Years produced1982-Present |
MSRP$13,550 | MSRP$22,400 |
Listings79 | Listings9721 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews Summary | |
Reviews SummaryIf you’re hoping for a more powerful Sentra, the new 2026 model won’t bring you joy. However, if you have the need for speed, you’re likely not a typical Sentra buyer. Instead of focusing on what’s under the hood, Nissan has imbued the 2026 Sentra with tech and features that more and more shoppers are coming to value. Bright touchscreens, comfortable seats, and a stylish design make this the most appealing Sentra in recent memory. Verdict: The 2026 Nissan Sentra is a stylish and safe compact sedan that delivers impressive technology at an attractive, affordable price. It’s not the most thrilling car in its segment (look to the Honda Civic or Mazda3 for that honor), but it nevertheless delivers premium, in-demand features. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 138 hp I4 | Engine |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive Train |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower138 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower |
MPG City24 | MPG City |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 138 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 149 hp I4 |
Torque136 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm | Torque146 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower138 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower149 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City24 | MPG City |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space12.2 cu ft | Cargo Space14.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight2701 lbs | Curb Weight3097 lbs |
Height57.9 in | Height57.1 in |
Length177.2 in | Length183.3 in |
Width68.3 in | Width71.5 in |
Wheelbase102.8 in | Wheelbase106.5 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload982 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2000-2009 | 1982-Present |
MSRP | $13,550 | $22,400 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.7 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | If you’re hoping for a more powerful Sentra, the new 2026 model won’t bring you joy. However, if you have the need for speed, you’re likely not a typical Sentra buyer. Instead of focusing on what’s under the hood, Nissan has imbued the 2026 Sentra with tech and features that more and more shoppers are coming to value. Bright touchscreens, comfortable seats, and a stylish design make this the most appealing Sentra in recent memory. Verdict: The 2026 Nissan Sentra is a stylish and safe compact sedan that delivers impressive technology at an attractive, affordable price. It’s not the most thrilling car in its segment (look to the Honda Civic or Mazda3 for that honor), but it nevertheless delivers premium, in-demand features. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 138 hp I4 | |
Drive Train | FWD | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 138 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
MPG City | 24 | |
MPG Highway | 32 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 138 hp I4 | 2.0L 149 hp I4 |
Torque | 136 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm | 146 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower | 138 hp @ 6000 rpm | 149 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 24 | |
MPG Highway | 32 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 12.2 cu ft | 14.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 2701 lbs | 3097 lbs |
Height | 57.9 in | 57.1 in |
Length | 177.2 in | 183.3 in |
Width | 68.3 in | 71.5 in |
Wheelbase | 102.8 in | 106.5 in |
Maximum Payload | 982 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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