2020 Nissan Sentra vs 2021 Toyota Prius
Overview | |
MSRP$19,310 | MSRP$24,525 |
Average price$17,823 | Average price$24,039 |
Listings943 | Listings211 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.2 out of 10 |
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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 Toyota Prius Reviews SummaryTo many people, cars are appliances made to serve a function. These consumers own a car because they need to get from where they are to where they’re going, and with a minimum of hassle, expense, or discomfort. Reliability, efficiency, safety, and economy are the critical deciding factors, and the 2021 Toyota Prius delivers on all fronts. Confusingly, for 2021, the Prius lineup offered a 2020 Edition. Toyota built just 2,020 examples to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the first Prius sold in the U.S. market. It has blacked-out trim, black 17-inch wheels, a body-color rear spoiler, and comes in Supersonic Red or new Wind Chill paint colors. Additionally, Toyota improved the 2021 Prius’s driving-assistance systems by making Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 standard across the board. Android Auto is also standard (joining Apple CarPlay), except for the unique infotainment system in the Prius Limited. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 149 hp I4 | Engine1.8L 121 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower149 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity0.7 kWh |
MPG City29 | MPG City58 |
MPG Highway39 | MPG Highway53 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 149 hp I4 | Engine Name1.8L 121 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque146 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower149 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity0.7 kWh |
MPG City29 | MPG City58 |
MPG Highway39 | MPG Highway53 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space14.3 cu ft | Cargo Space27.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight3047 lbs | Curb Weight3010 lbs |
Height56.9 in | Height57.9 in |
Length182.7 in | Length180.0 in |
Width71.5 in | Width69.3 in |
Wheelbase106.8 in | Wheelbase106.3 in |
Maximum Payload910 lbs | Maximum Payload825 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $19,310 | $24,525 |
Average price | $17,823 | $24,039 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.0 | 4.8 |
Expert reviews | 7.7 out of 10Read full review | 6.2 out of 10Read full review |
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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. | To many people, cars are appliances made to serve a function. These consumers own a car because they need to get from where they are to where they’re going, and with a minimum of hassle, expense, or discomfort. Reliability, efficiency, safety, and economy are the critical deciding factors, and the 2021 Toyota Prius delivers on all fronts. Confusingly, for 2021, the Prius lineup offered a 2020 Edition. Toyota built just 2,020 examples to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the first Prius sold in the U.S. market. It has blacked-out trim, black 17-inch wheels, a body-color rear spoiler, and comes in Supersonic Red or new Wind Chill paint colors. Additionally, Toyota improved the 2021 Prius’s driving-assistance systems by making Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 standard across the board. Android Auto is also standard (joining Apple CarPlay), except for the unique infotainment system in the Prius Limited. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 149 hp I4 | 1.8L 121 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 149 hp @ 6400 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 0.7 kWh | |
MPG City | 29 | 58 |
MPG Highway | 39 | 53 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 149 hp I4 | 1.8L 121 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque | 146 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | |
Horsepower | 149 hp @ 6400 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 0.7 kWh | |
MPG City | 29 | 58 |
MPG Highway | 39 | 53 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 14.3 cu ft | 27.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3047 lbs | 3010 lbs |
Height | 56.9 in | 57.9 in |
Length | 182.7 in | 180.0 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 69.3 in |
Wheelbase | 106.8 in | 106.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 910 lbs | 825 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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