Nissan Sentra vs Scion tC
Overview | |
Years produced1982-Present | Years produced2005-2016 |
MSRP$22,600 | MSRP$19,385 |
Listings659 | Listings28 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
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 Summary | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 149 hp I4 | Engine2.5L 179 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower149 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower179 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City30 | MPG City23 |
MPG Highway38 | MPG Highway31 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 149 hp I4 | Engine Name2.5L 179 hp I4 |
Torque146 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque172 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm |
Horsepower149 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower179 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City30 | MPG City23 |
MPG Highway38 | MPG Highway31 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space14.3 cu ft | Cargo Space14.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight3097 lbs | Curb Weight3124 lbs |
Height57.1 in | Height55.7 in |
Length183.3 in | Length176.6 in |
Width71.5 in | Width70.7 in |
Wheelbase106.5 in | Wheelbase106.3 in |
Maximum Payload982 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors2 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1982-Present | 2005-2016 |
MSRP | $22,600 | $19,385 |
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. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 149 hp I4 | 2.5L 179 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 149 hp @ 6000 rpm | 179 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | 30 | 23 |
MPG Highway | 38 | 31 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 149 hp I4 | 2.5L 179 hp I4 |
Torque | 146 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 172 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm |
Horsepower | 149 hp @ 6000 rpm | 179 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 30 | 23 |
MPG Highway | 38 | 31 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 14.3 cu ft | 14.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3097 lbs | 3124 lbs |
Height | 57.1 in | 55.7 in |
Length | 183.3 in | 176.6 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 70.7 in |
Wheelbase | 106.5 in | 106.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 982 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 2 |
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