2010 Nissan Sentra Overviews
The 2010 Nissan Sentra ranks 24 out of 31 Affordable Small Cars. This ranking is based on our analysis of 63 published reviews and test drives of the Nissan Sentra, and our analysis of reliability and safety data.
For 2010 Nissan has reworked its pricing structure so that all six trims of the new Sentra are offered with more features at a lower starting price, which means a savings ranging from a of little over $100 on the base model to over $1,000 on top-of-the-line versions. That said, in such a competitive class of cars, it’s worth shopping around.
There are only a few changes to the Sentra compared with its redesign a few years ago. To begin with, the 2010 Sentra received a slightly updated exterior with new headlights, taillights and a redesigned grille. All trims also received higher quality cloth interiors compared to previous model years.
The 2010 Nissan Sentra has a lot going for it — decent gas mileage, a comfortable and roomy cabin and an impressive list of interior features — so reviewers agree that it’s a good choice as a daily driver. Nonetheless, many in the automotive press say it just doesn’t stand out much from the pack. The biggest complaints are an unimpressive engine and not-so-nice interior plastics. If performance is important to you, you should definitely check out the Mazda3 for both its higher “fun-to-drive” quotient and starting price of about $1,000 less than the Sentra. The Volkswagen Jetta is worth considering for its considerably smoother ride, although you will pay at least $1,000 extra for the additional comfort. If you’re looking for a higher quality interior with a similarly long list of features in the same general price range, have a look at the Volkswagen Golf.
The Sentra’s four basic trims (2.0, 2.0 S, 2.0 SR and 2.0 SL) are offered with a two-liter four-cylinder engine while the two more upscale trims (SE-R and SE-R Spec V) boast stronger engines. Be sure to check out this month’s Nissan Deals, where we’ve done the research so you can get the best discounts and incentives on a new Nissan.
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