Nissan Sentra vs Chevrolet Malibu
Overview | |
MSRP$21,180 | MSRP$21,680 |
Average price$15,760 | Average price$15,954 |
Listings9591 | Listings9268 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryVerdict: The Sentra sits between the Versa and Altima in Nissan’s sedan lineup, making it the automaker’s entry into a diminished but still competitive compact-sedan segment that includes the Honda Civic, Hyundai Elantra, Kia Forte, Mazda 3, Toyota Corolla, and Volkswagen Jetta. For 2024, the Sentra gets refreshed styling and some mechanical changes for improved fuel economy. The Sentra is an honest compact sedan that falls short in some areas, but excels in value. | |
Reviews SummaryRodney Dangerfield was a legendary stand-up comedian, and while his on-stage shtick was all about how he didn’t get any respect, as a comedic talent he was held in the highest esteem. That’s not the case for the 2017 Chevrolet Malibu. The oft-maligned Malibu literally gets no respect, which is too bad because with its most recent redesign for the 2016 model year, the car absolutely deserves it. | |
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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 @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower160 hp @ 5700 rpm |
MPG City30 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway40 | MPG Highway36 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 149 hp I4 | Engine Name1.5L 160 hp I4 |
Torque146 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque184 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm |
Horsepower149 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower160 hp @ 5700 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City30 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway40 | MPG Highway36 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space14.3 cu ft | Cargo Space15.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight3036 lbs | Curb Weight3086 lbs |
Height56.9 in | Height57.6 in |
Length182.9 in | Length193.8 in |
Width71.5 in | Width73.0 in |
Wheelbase106.6 in | Wheelbase111.4 in |
Maximum Payload921 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $21,180 | $21,680 |
Average price | $15,760 | $15,954 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.2 | 4.2 |
Expert reviews | 7.0 out of 10Read full review | 8.3 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Verdict: The Sentra sits between the Versa and Altima in Nissan’s sedan lineup, making it the automaker’s entry into a diminished but still competitive compact-sedan segment that includes the Honda Civic, Hyundai Elantra, Kia Forte, Mazda 3, Toyota Corolla, and Volkswagen Jetta. For 2024, the Sentra gets refreshed styling and some mechanical changes for improved fuel economy. The Sentra is an honest compact sedan that falls short in some areas, but excels in value. | Rodney Dangerfield was a legendary stand-up comedian, and while his on-stage shtick was all about how he didn’t get any respect, as a comedic talent he was held in the highest esteem. That’s not the case for the 2017 Chevrolet Malibu. The oft-maligned Malibu literally gets no respect, which is too bad because with its most recent redesign for the 2016 model year, the car absolutely deserves it. |
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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 @ 6000 rpm | 160 hp @ 5700 rpm |
MPG City | 30 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 40 | 36 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 149 hp I4 | 1.5L 160 hp I4 |
Torque | 146 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 184 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm |
Horsepower | 149 hp @ 6000 rpm | 160 hp @ 5700 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 30 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 40 | 36 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 14.3 cu ft | 15.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3036 lbs | 3086 lbs |
Height | 56.9 in | 57.6 in |
Length | 182.9 in | 193.8 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 73.0 in |
Wheelbase | 106.6 in | 111.4 in |
Maximum Payload | 921 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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