Nissan has always strived to make its Sentra compact sedan feel bigger and more premium than its reasonable price tag would suggest. The 2015 Nissan Sentra advances that philosophy, offering more style and performance than its predecessors. With more interior space than a Dodge Dart and more rear-seat legroom than a Ford Focus, the Sentra offers superior comfort for all occupants, while its exterior dimensions remain uncluttered and manageable. The Sentra's attractive interior is complemented by its advanced infotainment system, which includes NissanConnect, an app-based platform that provides access to Google and Pandora, as well as the ability to manage incoming and outgoing text messages.
2015 Nissan Sentra Used Prices
With MSRP ranging from just under $17,500 to over $23,500, the 2015 Nissan Sentra is priced between the high-end Ford Focus and low-end Hyundai Elantra on a features-per-dollar basis. Looking ahead, we expect the Sentra to maintain its value better than its predecessor and better than the category average. The 2015 Nissan Sentra compact sedan shouldn't cost significantly more or less than its long-term rivals, but it's a solid value because it feels like a more solid and refined car than many others. Remember to check the Kelley Blue Book Fair purchase price to see what others in your area are paying for the 2015 Sentra.
Driving used 2015 Nissan Sentra
Nobody expects the 2015 Nissan Sentra compact sedan to start a fire under an enthusiast's driver's seat, but as daily commuters, we think the Sentra does a great job of combining good handling with a comfortable ride. The Sentra's CVT transmission is one of the best on the market, and with so many other competitors adopting this more efficient form of gear selection, the uncomfortable feeling of driving a CVT now seems commonplace. The Sentra's electric steering is well-weighted, and while it's not as interactive as the Mazda3's system, we think it's better than the Hyundai Elantra and Kia Forte's setup. The 130 horsepower offered by the Sentra's 1.8-liter engine won't win any races, but it's enough to rival the Toyota Corolla and Ford Focus in both acceleration and fuel economy.
inner comfort
High-quality materials, electroluminescent instruments and a tastefully contoured design contribute to creating what is arguably the best interior of all compact sedans. The rear seat area is another interior highlight of the 2015 Nissan Sentra, offering rear-seat drivers more legroom than some of the smaller midsize sedans, along with equally generous headroom. The theme continues to one of the largest bags in its class. The Nissan Sentra sedan is spacious enough to be one of the few compact sedans classified as midsize by the EPA.
Exterior Style
Smoothly sculpted sheet metal, substantial proportions and bright highlights from the LED headlamps and taillights give Nissan's 2015 Sentra sedan a commanding presence in the parking lot. All models feature a chrome grille, chrome door handles and body-coloured side mirrors, while higher spec versions feature alloy wheels, fog lights and direction indicators integrated into the side mirrors. The sportier looking but similarly tuned Sentra SR includes a rear spoiler, chrome tailpipe trim, unique 17-inch alloy wheels and other sporty touches all around.
favorite functions
NISSANCONNECT SINGLE TIRE FILLING WARNING
With Nissan's app-based infotainment system, you can program your navigation system via Google from a laptop, listen to Pandora Internet radio and even read incoming text messages aloud.
Keeping your tires properly inflated is important for both safety and maximum fuel economy. Nissan's Easy Inflate Tire Alert beeps when the correct tire pressure is reached, eliminating the need for a tire pressure gauge.
standard functions
The base model 2015 Nissan Sentra S is equipped with a 6-speed manual transmission, air conditioning, an AM/FM/CD/USB/Aux audio system with 4 speakers, electroluminescent instruments, power windows, power mirrors, cruise, headlights, keyless entry, basic fabric seats, 60/40 folding rear seat, 4-way adjustable steering wheel, 16-inch coated steel wheels, and a modern complement of active and passive safety features including six airbags and controls stability and traction electronics. A fully loaded 2015 Nissan Sentra SL features a sunroof, leather seats (heated front), rear disc brakes, sleeker 17-inch wheels, dual-zone climate control and automatic headlights.
work options
A complete 2015 Nissan Sentra sedan includes keyless entry and push-button start, reversing camera, Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity, USB/iPod integration, satellite radio, Bose 8-speaker audio system and NissanConnect with 5-way navigation. speakers, 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with all the benefits of Google, Pandora and SMS described above. The FE+ (S and SV trims) increases fuel economy by up to 40mpg on highways.
motor / gear
The Sentra's 1.8-litre, 4-cylinder engine is among the underpowered in this segment, but we can confirm it will easily take two adults at highway speeds. With four adults, however, the Autobahn merger might take a little more planning. A 6-speed manual transmission is available in addition to the CVT, but only on the base model, and it offers about 50 less miles per tank of gas. FE+ ratings get another mile per gallon with some aero add-ons and low rolling resistance tires, but it's mostly a marketing ploy (40mpg is a lot sexier than 39) and not worth the extra $400. Even if you drove exclusively on the highway, the FE+ package would only save you $25 and 10 gallons per year (at $2.50/gallon, 15,000 miles/year). 1.8 liters inline 4
130 hp at 6,000 rpm (124 hp with AC emissions)
128 lb-ft of torque at 3600 rpm (125 lb-ft with AC emissions)
EPA City/Highway Fuel Economy: 27/36 mpg (manual), 29/39 mpg (automatic), 30/40 mpg (automatic with FE+ tuning)
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