Nissan Sentra vs Mitsubishi Lancer
Overview | |
Years produced1982-Present | Years produced1996 |
MSRP$22,600 | MSRP$13,990 |
Listings9426 | Listings240 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.3 out of 10 |
Pros
Cons
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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. | |
Reviews SummaryThe Lancer has been a part of the Mitsubishi lineup for quite some time, and the car was overhauled for the 2007 model year. Now in its ninth generation, Mitsubishi is marketing the car as a compact sport sedan instead of the economy car that we were all thinking. It’s a handsome car with sporting intentions in all trims, but how does it stand up against more established and well-known competitors? | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine | Engine2.0L 152 hp I4 |
Drive Train | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower | Horsepower152 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway29 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 149 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 152 hp I4 |
Torque146 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque146 lb-ft @ 4250 rpm |
Horsepower149 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower152 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway29 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space14.3 cu ft | Cargo Space11.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight3097 lbs | Curb Weight2922 lbs |
Height57.1 in | Height58.7 in |
Length183.3 in | Length180.0 in |
Width71.5 in | Width69.4 in |
Wheelbase106.5 in | Wheelbase103.7 in |
Maximum Payload982 lbs | Maximum Payload1157 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1982-Present | 1996 |
MSRP | $22,600 | $13,990 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.7 out of 10Read full review | 6.3 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. | The Lancer has been a part of the Mitsubishi lineup for quite some time, and the car was overhauled for the 2007 model year. Now in its ninth generation, Mitsubishi is marketing the car as a compact sport sedan instead of the economy car that we were all thinking. It’s a handsome car with sporting intentions in all trims, but how does it stand up against more established and well-known competitors? |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 152 hp I4 | |
Drive Train | FWD | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 152 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
MPG City | 21 | |
MPG Highway | 29 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 149 hp I4 | 2.0L 152 hp I4 |
Torque | 146 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 146 lb-ft @ 4250 rpm |
Horsepower | 149 hp @ 6000 rpm | 152 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 21 | |
MPG Highway | 29 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 14.3 cu ft | 11.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3097 lbs | 2922 lbs |
Height | 57.1 in | 58.7 in |
Length | 183.3 in | 180.0 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 69.4 in |
Wheelbase | 106.5 in | 103.7 in |
Maximum Payload | 982 lbs | 1157 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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