- sedan 127,539
- 1,557 below average
- 6,903 good
- Brentwood, CA
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- autoshopper.com
- 1,557 below average sedan 127,539 gasoline blue manual
2012 nissan sentra review this car review is specific to this model, not the actual vehicle for sale. Roomy and quick. introductionthe nissan sentra compact is bigger inside than it looks outside. Inside is a roomy interior. The spacious cabin is finished like that of a more expensive car and it has comfortable and supportive seats. There's a 60/40-split rear seat that folds flat, opening up the trunk space and creating a large flat cargo area that's handy for hauling long items. the sentra is fun to drive, with a level of performance and handling that's a pleasant surprise in a compact sedan. The se-r spec v has a turbocharged version of the 2. 5-liter engine boosted to 200 hp and fitted with a 6-speed manual. Sentra se-r models also feature suspension modifications for sharper handling. Even though they offer higher levels of power and handling, we found them easy to live with. Se-r spec v is rated 21/28 mpg. the 2012 sentra is unchanged. The current-generation sentra was launched as a 2007 model and benefited from a moderate facelift for 2010. the nissan sentra represents a solid value. It's roomy inside, the engine is modern and competitive, and the chassis provides good handling and a comfortable ride. We like the continuously variable transmission. The cvt version also sports an se-r style rear spoiler. sentra 2. 0 s 17,990) adds a height adjustment for the driver's seat, power exterior mirrors, remote keyless entry, cruise control, illuminated steering wheel audio controls, a six-speaker sound system with rds and mp3 capability plus ipod interface, vehicle information display, upgraded security system, and p205/55hr16 tires. A convenience package 850) for the 2. 0 s includes a leather-wrapped steering wheel, bluetooth wireless cell phone link, intelligent key keyless entry and ignition with remote trunk release, and a cargo net and hooks. New for 2012 is the technology package 650), which adds touch-screen navigation, xm satellite radio with navtraffic (subscription sold separately), and a usb port. sentra 2. 0 sr 17,990) is equipped identically to the 2. 0 s, but has a sportier appearance borrowed from the performance-oriented se-r, with a mesh grille, unique front and rear fascia treatments, side sill spoilers, smoked headlights and taillights, driving lights, exhaust tip, sr badging on the rear deck, and aluminum alloy wheels. Options include touch-screen navigation 400), leather seats with front-seat heaters 900), and a new special value package 990) that combines the moonroof, navigation, xm navtraffic, rearview monitor, dual illuminated vanity mirrors, and a cargo net and hooks. Optional on the se-r is the se-r upgrade package 2,450) with moonroof, dual visor vanity mirrors, xm satellite radio, rearview monitor, intelligent key with keyless ignition, and the 340-watt rockford fosgate audio system with navigation. sentra se-r spec v 20,620) comes with the 2. 5-liter engine tuned to produce 200 hp and 180 pound-feet of torque, and a six-speed manual gearbox. The se-r spec v has a lowered performance suspension, larger disc brakes, some structural reinforcement (which deletes the folding rear seat), and w-rated p225/45r17 tires. Optional is a spec v upgrade package 2,600), which is identical to the se-r upgrade package except that it also includes a helical limited-slip differential. accessories available on all models include floor mats 120), auto-dimming inside mirror 130), splash guards 150), and interior accent lighting 240). safety equipment includes dual-stage front airbags, front side airbags, full-length curtain airbags, active front-seat headrests, and a tire-pressure monitor. Antilock brakes with electronic brake-force distribution (ebd), vehicle dynamic control (vdc), and traction control are standard on all models as well. walkaroundthe nissan sentra is larger than the subcompact versa and smaller than the midsize altima. From every angle, it looks like the latest-generation nissans. With its crisp character lines, the sentra resembles a scaled down altima. We like the new front end; it manages to look both cleaner and richer and more upscale, all at once. The previous look was sort of angular, with the fog lamps in sharp-edged openings and what seemed like a lot of cuts and creases, but the new front end is smoother. The grille opening looks like that of a more expensive car, and the integration of the grille, lower air intake, headlamps and fog lamps is much cleaner and less busy. the new look also works well with the short overhangs, which give the sentra a sporty, assertive appearance. along the sides, only widened bodywork around the wheels breaks up the clean, attractive doors and quarter panels. A character line rises from the front door back to a tall trunk, giving the sentra a bit of a rake. For example, the locking glovebox is deep enough to hold a laptop computer. There is also an available integrated removable cd holder on the headliner above the driver's sun visor. The front of the center console has a tray for items such as cell phones, as well as two cupholders that are adjustable for 20-ounce bottles or 32-ounce mega cups. Pockets with see-through netting are provided on the backs of the front seats for passengers' cell phones and ipods. the sentra's interior volume measures 97. 4 cubic feet, more than many of its competitors. The trunk measures 13. 1 cubic feet (12. 0 cubic feet for the se-r spec v). To increase cargo space, the 60/40 split rear seat can be folded flat, to open up the space into the trunk (due to a structural bulkhead, the se-r spec v lacks the folding seat). There's no problem fitting a bicycle or maybe two back there, through the trunk; two friendly people could even sleep back there. we've spent time with a bare-bones sentra 2. 0 with cloth seats, a fully equipped 2. 0 sl with leather, and a se-r spec v with its sport seats. The se-r's sport seats are better bolstered and have a grippy fabric to keep the driver in place during enthusiastic cornering. AM/FM✔ Power Locks✔ Power Windows✔ Anti-lock Brakes✔ Cruise Control✔ Air Conditioning✔ Bluetooth✔ Leather Seats✔ Sunroof/Moonroof✔ Alloy Wheels
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