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Nissan’s 2026 Sentra Debuts With Tech-Rich Redesign, Starts at $22,400

Reviewers describe a value-first redesign that prioritizes cabin tech over powertrain change.

Overview

  • The refreshed compact arrives later this year with sleeker styling, available dual 12.3-inch displays, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, Safety Shield 360, and optional ProPILOT Assist.
  • Nissan keeps the 149-hp 2.0-liter engine and CVT with no hybrid option, as executives say electrification efforts are focused on other models.
  • Four trims—S, SV, SR, and SL—are priced from $22,400 to $27,990 before a $1,245 destination fee, with features like Bose audio and upgraded upholstery on higher grades.
  • Early reviews note a quieter, more refined cabin and retuned CVT for smoother response, while performance remains largely unchanged from the outgoing model.
  • The model earned the top compact ranking in J.D. Power’s 2025 Initial Quality Study, underscoring Nissan’s emphasis on perceived quality and value.