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Nissan Sentra.

All-new for 2026 with sharper looks, a quieter cabin, and big-screen tech, still starting in the low $20Ks. This is now Nissan's sole small sedan, and the newest version of it.

By The Broker Black · Updated September 30, 2026

About $23K*
Starting price (MSRP), base model
up to 40 highway mpg
Fuel economy
5
Seats
149 hp
Power

Sentra trims.

SThe entry point: full Safety Shield 360, modern connectivity, honest value.
SV12.3-inch digital cluster, premium cloth, alloy wheels.
SRThe sporty one: unique wheels and styling, dark accents, upgraded screens.
SLThe loaded flagship: quilted seats, moonroof, Bose audio, heated fronts.

A Nissan Sentra, on your numbers.

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An estimate on the numbers you type, not an offer of credit or a quote from any dealership. Starting loan rates are the average new-car APR for each credit tier (used-car APR for a used car) from Experian's State of the Automotive Finance Market, second quarter 2026, VantageScore 4.0. The starting money factor, residual, and acquisition fee are starting figures only; the leasing company sets the real ones. Taxes and state fees are estimates for Arizona; the dealership's paperwork and your motor vehicle agency have the final numbers. What you own at the end assumes the car is worth the residual. Nothing you type is sent, saved, or used to check your credit.

Taxes and fees at the starting price.*

Registered inSales taxTitle, registration, and state fees
Phoenix, AZ$2,024 (8.8%)$418
Las Vegas, NV$1,926 (8.4%)$464
Los Angeles, CA$2,243 (9.8%)$386
Every new Nissan carries a 3 year / 36,000 mile basic warranty and 5 year / 60,000 mile powertrain coverage; EV batteries in the Leaf and Ariya carry 8 year / 100,000 mile coverage. Complimentary scheduled maintenance is not included.

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Questions.

How much does the Nissan Sentra cost?

The Nissan Sentra starts around $23K, the manufacturer's suggested price for the base model before options and destination. Plus each dealership's own documentary fee (not a government fee), taxes, and government fees. Higher trims cost more; the SL tops the range.

What trims does the Nissan Sentra come in?

Four: S, SV, SR, and SL.

What gas mileage does the Nissan Sentra get?

Up to 40 highway mpg, depending on the trim and powertrain, per the manufacturer's published figures.

How many seats does the Nissan Sentra have?

5.

Should I lease or buy a Nissan Sentra?

It depends on how long you will keep it and how far you drive. Type the price you agreed on into the calculator above and compare the lease and the loan over the same months, with your state's taxes and your own credit tier.