2020 Nissan Sentra vs 2021 Chevrolet Malibu
Overview | |
MSRP$19,310 | MSRP$22,270 |
Listings532 | Listings726 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
Pros
Cons
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2020 Nissan Sentra Reviews SummaryFor 38 years, Nissan has peddled the Sentra as its definitive starter car. It’s a household name like Civic, Corolla, and Jetta—all of which are brand-new or have been refreshed in the last couple of years. The eighth-generation Sentra has the look of a larger, more luxurious car. It reflects major upgrades in style, technology, and driving dynamics. Compact sedans have a high bar to clear, even at $20,000. The 2020 Sentra delivers in every respect. | |
2021 Chevrolet Malibu Reviews Summary | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 149 hp I4 | Engine1.5L 160 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower149 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower160 hp @ 5700 rpm |
MPG City29 | MPG City29 |
MPG Highway39 | MPG Highway36 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 149 hp I4 | Engine Name1.5L 160 hp I4 |
Torque146 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | Torque184 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm |
Horsepower149 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower160 hp @ 5700 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City29 | MPG City29 |
MPG Highway39 | MPG Highway36 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall4 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space14.3 cu ft | Cargo Space15.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight3047 lbs | Curb Weight3126 lbs |
Height56.9 in | Height57.9 in |
Length182.7 in | Length194.2 in |
Width71.5 in | Width73.0 in |
Wheelbase106.8 in | Wheelbase111.4 in |
Maximum Payload910 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $19,310 | $22,270 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.7 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | For 38 years, Nissan has peddled the Sentra as its definitive starter car. It’s a household name like Civic, Corolla, and Jetta—all of which are brand-new or have been refreshed in the last couple of years. The eighth-generation Sentra has the look of a larger, more luxurious car. It reflects major upgrades in style, technology, and driving dynamics. Compact sedans have a high bar to clear, even at $20,000. The 2020 Sentra delivers in every respect. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 149 hp I4 | 1.5L 160 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 149 hp @ 6400 rpm | 160 hp @ 5700 rpm |
MPG City | 29 | 29 |
MPG Highway | 39 | 36 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 149 hp I4 | 1.5L 160 hp I4 |
Torque | 146 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | 184 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm |
Horsepower | 149 hp @ 6400 rpm | 160 hp @ 5700 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 29 | 29 |
MPG Highway | 39 | 36 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 14.3 cu ft | 15.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3047 lbs | 3126 lbs |
Height | 56.9 in | 57.9 in |
Length | 182.7 in | 194.2 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 73.0 in |
Wheelbase | 106.8 in | 111.4 in |
Maximum Payload | 910 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |

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