Nissan Sentra vs Chevrolet Cobalt
Overview | |
Years produced1982-Present | Years produced2005-2010 |
MSRP$22,600 | MSRP$14,990 |
Listings686 | Listings11 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
Pros
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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 | |
Engine | Engine2.2L 155 hp I4 |
Drive Train | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower | Horsepower155 hp @ 6100 rpm |
MPG City | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway37 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 149 hp I4 | Engine Name2.2L 155 hp I4 |
Torque146 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque150 lb-ft @ 4900 rpm |
Horsepower149 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower155 hp @ 6100 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City30 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway38 | MPG Highway37 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space14.3 cu ft | Cargo Space13.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight3097 lbs | Curb Weight2783 lbs |
Height57.1 in | Height57.1 in |
Length183.3 in | Length180.5 in |
Width71.5 in | Width67.9 in |
Wheelbase106.5 in | Wheelbase103.3 in |
Maximum Payload982 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1982-Present | 2005-2010 |
MSRP | $22,600 | $14,990 |
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. | |
Video | No video found | No video found |
Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.2L 155 hp I4 | |
Drive Train | FWD | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 155 hp @ 6100 rpm | |
MPG City | 25 | |
MPG Highway | 37 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 149 hp I4 | 2.2L 155 hp I4 |
Torque | 146 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 150 lb-ft @ 4900 rpm |
Horsepower | 149 hp @ 6000 rpm | 155 hp @ 6100 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 30 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 38 | 37 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 14.3 cu ft | 13.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3097 lbs | 2783 lbs |
Height | 57.1 in | 57.1 in |
Length | 183.3 in | 180.5 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 67.9 in |
Wheelbase | 106.5 in | 103.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 982 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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