I rented 2019 Pathfinder AWD in january, CVT was noticeable at 1st, but still pretty decent feel didn't bother me at all and the engine had very sufficient power...This Sentra looks really good
Styling is a home-run for me. It is a design that I think will age well. I am a huge fan of zero-gravity seats, having rented an Altima recently. I would likely choose this over a Corolla and Civic.
@@Mabeylater293 according to both consumer reports and JD power, Nissan reliability is now better than Honda. so yes, i'd take this over a Civic. you can perpetuate things you read on the internet, without regard to their validity, or you can learn statistics and why sample size matters.
Consumer reports is misleading. They have recommended many cars that would land on their USED CARS TO AVOID list after about 3 years. Their new car recommendations can be VERY short-sighted.
@@Mabeylater293 i think you're conflating brand reliability with new car recommendations. i would not place blind trust in ANY new car model, regardless of manufacturer. i may prefer this Sentra over a Corolla or Civic, but does that mean i'd buy it in the first year of release? no, i'd probably wait a year or two to let them iron out any unforeseen kinks. i only raise the matter of brand reliability to show that people tend to bash Nissan based on anecdotal data, usually based on internet complaints about the Jatco transmission. this assumes that Nissan/Jatco makes zero improvements over time, e.g. revisions to their design, manufacturing processes, suppliers, etc... i can't say i was happy with Nissan in the Renault era under Ghosn, that is true. but i am also not going to write them off completely/blindly and ignore them when they make a compelling product. if i were to discriminate against any automaker in this way, it would be Fiat/Chrysler and VW before i would to Nissan.
@@vluu80 JD Power is a joke. That's initial quality. I put more faith in Consumer Reports. But if you could provide me with a link where CR says that Nissan is now more reliable than Honda, I would appreciate it. I just don't believe that is true.
i made a drive to LA in the 2019 Sentra, this thing is a huge improvement over the outgoing models, this is such a step above the outgoing models its hard to believe its the same model line.
17:11 I 100% agree. Nissan is very aggressive with their pricing and discounts. They might not be very fun to drive, but they are definitely best value for money.
@@wildforthecats661 I don't think so. I have seen Nissans ... specially Altimas around for 200k+ miles and still going maintenance free if u take good care of it!
Does this use Nissan’s 2-mode CVT with the planetary gear sub-transmission? If so, how’s the shift quality - is it noticeable when the sub-transmission has to shift and the CVT resets?
@@robertduklus6555 The Corolla hybrid may still have zippier acceleration at slow, city speeds even though it gets slower when accelerating to full highway speeds.
The 3 and the Sentra are both definitely the best-looking cars in the segment, by far! I keep going back and forth as to which one looks better. One thing's for sure, Nissan's done a GREAT job with the new Sentra! Great review, as always, Alex!
100% agree with the review. Sentra has come of age. They nailed a lot of good things with the new model. And yes I would stop short of buying one until the scales are tipped with a hybrid and key safety features. At that point I’d say they have a blockbuster.
This just might be my choice for a 2nd car. I’ve had a Sentra, Altima, Pathfinder, and Maxima. All were very reliable. Love the Zero Grav seats and D steering wheel on the Maxima...hmmm...just maybe this will be the car for us.
@Stereo Typist 2016 maxima is incredible. Even passengers make comments on the power. The cvt in the 2016 revised and much better tuned to the car than the previous years. Don't hesitate on the car.. Stay away from 2016 altima
I could like it but 1. its a Nissan (Renault) 2. its made in Mexico 3. it has a CVT 4. it has an infamous Nissan CVT 5. Where is the manual gearbox? 6. I wonder how steering column feels.. Too many things to compromise on. Verdict - scratched off the list
theodorekell well if you watched this video then you probably watching the wrong market, sounds like you want more sporty, go find out what Infiniti has for you
Great review! I loved the cameras and extended test drive, it gave me a sense of what you were describing about its ride and handling. Aside from potential issues w/ the CVT, I've found from the experience of working at a Nissan and Toyota dealership, that Nissan is very competitive with quality. In many cases, I'd also say they were more reasonable in basic maintenance costs too -- i.e. Nissan included hardware with their replacement brake pads, with Toyota it was two separate kits at an additional costs. Nissan also had far fewer recalls I love this redesign, it's much sharper looking, and the upgraded SV interior is gorgeous. I do prefer the SR trim, but dropping down to the SV isn't really that much of a downgrade , and no downgrade at all if you opt for the premium package. As fuel prices and interest rates continue to rise, the option of a mid-sized SUV on my budget is fading, and opting to revert back to a FWD compact for mileage and a certain fun-to-drive ratio is becoming more of a necessary choice -- bye, bye to my Ram 1500. That said, with my experience at the dealership level, considering some of the major import players in this class isn't a penalty at all, and the Sentra has become one of my top considerations.
I just bought a 2014 Nissan Sentra sr (used obviously) and I love it. I'll definitely get another later on down the road and will go with the non base package when I do
I just find it hilarious that Nissan made better baby Stinger interior than Kia did with their Forte. And the rear end that resembles pre-facelift Elantra. Interior definitely looks good though with material choices and finish of it. Hell, time to put Nissan back into look again list...
Just wanted to say that you are an amazing speaker and I would never be able to speak so fluently and consistently as you were able to do in every segment of this video. I am very impressed. PS for if you do read this...would you say this is a better buy than the 2020 Altima? Or is the Altima what I should splurge on?
Hey Alex just a small correction regarding CVT's, traditional 8-10 speed automatics in fact provide better acceleration and fuel economy over a CVT. The CVT only performs better in relation to a manual. Nissan own testing has confirmed it achieves similar fuel economy/performance to it's old 7-speed transmission. The reason why the CVT's are so popular with manufacturers is ultimately due to cost, a 9-10speed automatic costs anywhere from $5000-$7000 where as a CVT costs about the same as a manual transmission at around $1500. Adding insult to injury some manufactures still charge extra for CVT's despite the massively lower manufacturing costs.... With that said keep up the great work as always. :)
@@Pikminiman Based on what exactly????? If you wan't to disagree fine but at least back it up with something. A CVT is less efficient overall due to the limited range the CVT itself can operate within, leading to a worse final drive ratio than modern automatics, the belt system also causes more friction and thus parasitic loss which lowers efficiency and power. Why do you think so many manufactures continue to spend millions to develop 8,9 & 10 speed units? But whatever I will use the Altima as an example ( numbers are all from of Fuelly), it's the same car, same engines and tested by a wider number of people then what you'd see from something like C&D. Only difference here is the transmission which Nissan introduced in 2008. 2006 Altima 3.5L: 5 Speed Auto/6 Speed manual Average Fuel Economy - 22.6mpg 2009 Altima 3.5L: CVT Transmission Average Fuel Economy - 23.15mpg As you can see a 1 MPG increase was all Nissan was able to achieve from switching from their own 5/6 speed units to a CVT units, if the CVT was truly more fuel efficient why wouldn't we see a 2-3 MPG increase?
No wireless charging? No ventilated seats? No radar adaptive cruise control?! I do like the new design of the Sentra. It is eye catching. But if I'm currently shopping for a compact segment car, the new 2020 Kia Forte GT will be my top choice! It has heated amd ventilated seats. LED tail lights, 6-way adjustable passenger seat vs 4 in the Sentra. LED interior lighting, wireless charging, ambient lighting, radar adaptive cruise control, and the best warranty in the market!
It does have radar cruise but because a different car has led lights and cooled seats isn't going 2 make me change my mind on a whole vehicle. If you like the drive and it fits your needs then it's cool. The kia forte looks bland compared to this. I guess that can be a good or bad thing .
@@occckid123 Kia Forte has optional dual clutch transmission compare to the Sentra. I'm just saying the Forte has way more features for the money. Which I listed way more than just ventilated seats. I don't think the Forte is bland at all. Very Stinger styling with Porsche inspired headlights. The new Sentra is a step up from the last model. But Nissan is known for their faulty CVT engine...ijs.
This Sentra looks really great! However if it uses a JATCO CVT transmission, the CVT is likely to fail as early as a little past 50,000KM. That's what I'm dealing with currently after 2 1/2 years after buying a 2016 Sentra in January 2017.. Never driven.. daily driver... transmission has failed, and I'm now without a car ( Buyers beware )
@@abrahamguerra5069 my car was dealer maintained and so has a, lot of other people. Their transmissions still went bad. Either they don't know what the hell they doing at the dealership service area or the Jatco is a piece of shit.. Either option looks bad on Nissan.
@@abrahamguerra5069 in 2015 my friend's 2yr old 2013 Nissan Sentra left him stranded on the highway with 59k miles. Because he was barely under 60k miles Nissan was able to warranty and replace the transmission. The invoice was over $4k which he would've had to pay out of pocket. He drove like it like a grandma, never floored it or drove aggressively, and had it regularly maintained at the dealer. Also the vast majority his driving was all highway which is arguably the easiest on a car. The #1 current defect trend in Carcomplaints.com is Nissan Sentra CVT failures.... LOL There is also a pending class action lawsuit for the Altima CVTs. Please stop making excuses for Nissan and blaming the owners for neglect.
Great Video Alex! I love small cars and the way they drive and I like what the companies are doing with the steering, but I hate CVT's and would happily pay the few cents of difference on the gas. IMO CVT=Continuously Vomiting Transportation.
@@panzer_TZ You know, that's what comments are there for... to voice your opinion. If there are many people complaining about CVTs, then maybe they have a point. @George L Fast does not equal sporty, which is what my comment was about. CVTs are great, if your only concerns are to get from A to B and have great fuel economy. If you want an engaging driving experience, you need to look elsewhere. Besides, manuals are dying, and the Sentra used to have a manual option... so it's worth noting that it doesn't have that any more...
I have a 2014 Nissan Sentra with 66,000 miles on it. Not a single issue yet. All maintenance has been performed at my local dealership. Forget to mention my Nissan Sentra has an extended warranty for 10 years or 100,000 miles whichever comes first. 💪💪💪
I was fine with my 2016 Nissan Sentra until the CVT began making sounds at exactly 50,000KM.. and failed at 50, 275 KM and is now being replaced.. I am now currently buy a 2020 Toyota Rav4 to replace it.
This is surprisingly a good vehicle. My perception of Nissan is that they have fallen behind Honda, Toyota and H/K, but this is a pleasant surprise. Still at 25k, the Civic si is the one to buy.
I actually am not minding the body style. For a guy who doesn't like the whole triangle, giant grills, angry headlights fads, I actually quite like this. And certainly loving the tone tone copper and black. However, I'm still not enjoying the fact that they aren't even attempting to bring back some of the classic in the sentra since the B17's (Classic being the SER models of the 90s and even the 00-12s. LSD, manual, street suspension, ect.) I'm certainly not happy they keep forcing CVTs on consumers, and junk built ones at that. I wouldn't buy a CVT even if it was the last form of transmission on Earth. I honestly wish they'd bring back a bit of the past. Their motors just don't offer any pep anymore. They only think of fuel economy, with relying on the CVT to boost acceleration numbers. (That said I know they're getting tougher on standards for fuel economy and emissions. But I'm sure there is a way they can do it.)
@@mark_r49 It's not. But having a car drone on and on at redline RPM just feels absolutely terrible, and is no fun. Kinda the same philosophy regarding a car's exhaust note...
Timothy L That’s your mental issue. Could you imagine if airplanes had “gear shifts” during their takeoffs because passengers were were bothered by the lack of shifting? Maybe car makers should add better sound insulation to block the noise instead making fake gear changes though.
This new model could really thrive with a hatchback model...as these are making a comeback, to keep with a crossover fell but with a sporty low ride, i.e. the Corolla, Mazda 3, and Hyundai /Kia models.
I just love that color. Need the nismo version......and then of course wait for it to drop because paying over 20k for any car is insane unless you are rich.
Dopes, they should have included radar cruise control as standard on all versions even base, just as others do. Especially since it is already radar equipped.
This is the best looking Nissan lineup ever. New Almera, New Sentra, Altima, Maxima, and Murano. Now Just bring in the New Juke the Refreshed Patrol/Armada. New Frontier (Navara in other markets), New Pathfinder ( Nissan Terra in other Markets). New Nissan Quest ( Rebadged the Nissan El Grand). Refresh the front of the Nissan Kicks. Introduce the Nissan Micra. Then the Next Generation Nissan Rogue and Rogue sport.
The CVT (continuously variable transmission) on these Nissans are known for blowing up. They're a belt-type design and are built solely for efficiency, not durability. I would never advise anybody to buy a Nissan when Toyota makes far superior cars.
elusivellama If properly taken care of, they work just fine, especially in compact sedan applications and not on heavy CUVs or on sporty Maximas. The reputation is well-earned from their Jatco units of about 10 years ago. They were terrible. However, that was 3-4 transmission generations ago. Things do change. Their current models show no issues. Even in the V6 application like on the Murano, with regular fluid changes, they work great and last well over 100k miles.
@@afcgeo882 As you've said, the reputation is well-earned from their infamous JATCO units. People will need to see for themselves, over a period of several more years, whether the new JATCO CVTs will hold up. There is literally no other way to erase the stigma that afflicts Nissan CVTs - you can test in the lab all you want, build the belts out of adamantium and use unicorn blood for transmission fluid, but only time and real world testing (in the hands of owners) will tell. Given the above, you can see why people would rather err on the side of caution and buy a Toyota instead. You're asking them to put out about $20k or more of their money, it would be a hard sell to anybody who has experienced CVT failure before, or at least know and understand the problem. Granted, even the Corolla comes with a CVT now, and I've even heard of CVT issues with these cars.
elusivellama The reputation may be well-earned, but keep in mind it kay not be representative of the vehicle. Are you buying a reputation or a car? I own a 2005 Camry 2.4. The reputation - perfection. Resale value: as good as it gets. Reality: Gone through 4 lower control arm replacements, all 4 struts, flex pipe (exhaust), loose head bolts (infamous) lead to an external coolant leak and head gasket change, transmission slips despite regular changes, sway bar links replaced, the remote locking/unlocking module is broken, the air vent mixing motor broken (a simple $600 fix)... and a slew of other small issues like weather stripping and pain peeling off years ago and the latest: headliner drooping. I only have 120k miles on it, though mostly city driving. I wax it, by hand, twice a year. I do Mobil 1 oil changes every 6,000 miles and transmission fluid from the dealer every 60k miles. All parts are OEM or better (German/Japanese.) On the flip side, my wife’s 2006 LR Freelander has had ZERO issues. None. Not to say Land Rovers are reliable as a rule. It’s just that individual experiences vary, A LOT. Reputations aren’t often reflective of real world experiences. In reliability studies of 3 year-old cars, it was found that the most reliable cars had a rate of failure (any failure) of 2%, while the least reliable were 8%. Even in the worst case, 92% of cars won’t have failures of any kind in the first 3 years. New cars aren’t casinos. When it comes to transmissions, here’s a painful truth: most car owners don’t know that they require fluid/filter changes. As older cars used to have manual transmissions or simply a life expectancy of just 100k miles, transmission fluid changes weren’t a thing. However, with modern cars weighing more, having many more gears (leading to more gear changes) and lasting longer, transmissions now require more maintenance. Ask any dealer/mechanic service manager about how often they have to explain this to people. CVTs require changes at 30k intervals and modern transmissions at 60k. Otherwise they WILL fail. Who makes them doesn’t matter. They will fail. What makes things worse are manufacturers who make sealed transmissions or put stickers on that state the fluid is “lifetime” as a marketing gimmick. If to you, 100k is a lifetime, then yes, it’s “lifetime”. If it’s more, then you should have changed the fluid at 60k. Back in the early to mid-2000s when transmissions were only 5-6 speed, you could do it at 80k, but now, with 8+ gears... no.
@@elusivellama The Corolla CVT appears very reliable. Will probably be more reliable and last longer than competing non-CVT transmissions in Fords, VWs, Mazdas etc.. Trying to run away from the Corolla CVT will not lead you to a more reliable competitor's vehicle. There was a manufacturing defect with the first 4,000 2019 hatchbacks that were recalled and replaced and there was also a defective ECU was installed on many Corolla sedans. The ECUs had to be replaced or reprogrammed or they might cause damage to the CVT. The sedan's CVTs themselves didn't have a design flaw. If Toyota found that the ECU caused damage, then they replaced both the ECU and the CVT. The Toyota owner forums don't have many CVT complaints compared to Nissan owner forums. Nissan doesn't seem to be able to get their CVT's built properly. Nissan clearly does't care as much about reliability as Toyota does. I have seen posts of owners with well over 200K miles on their Corollas with the original CVT and engine. Since the oldest models are 2014s, it will be a while before many will have over 300K miles. If the Corolla CVT had durability problem and were failing at unusually high rates, due to the number of Corollas sold, this issue would be bringing down, not only the Corolla's reliability rating, but the entire Toyota brand's reliability rating and I don't see that happening.
@@elusivellama Well said, people who are considering buying any car with a CVT should read deeper in to these comment sections. We wish that we researched more before buying a Subaru Outback. And the bottom line is that auto makers use CVT trannys for cost savings and to meet mileage standards NOT long life and durability.
Not true at all. The CVT transmission is horrible. You have no power and when pulling out infront of traffic if becomes dangerous. You're fighting with the transmission to go. And climbing hills it's a nightmare. I just bought a new one and it was a mistake. The transmission loses its strength to accelerate safely at pulling out in traffic. Don't make the same mistake i made
I agree; A CVT should be a CVT rather than imitate a stepped automatic. Unfortunately, the people who bought Nissan's in the past with CVT's complained of the drone and whatnot due to customer ignorance. Nissan then made changes so that their CVT implementations would imitate automatics and please these ignorant customers. Very, very unfortunate especially when Nissan knew better this time around. Reliability of Nissan CVT's is a different story though so oh well. Not like I'd be interested in a sedan anyway. I'd rather spend my money on a wagon, minivan, or hatchback if I didn't have the option to buy a CUV/SUV.
I personally really love Nissan... my Rogue has been a dream and for only 19k when it was 1 year old. This Sentra will probably be my 2nd family car, since my husband and I share the Rogue. Edit: I currently live within walking distance of work, but I've recently found a much better job farther from home.
We won’t know for another year or two. Honda claims the 1.5 on the CRV was fixed, but some people are saying it really wasn’t. From a legal standpoint, they had to do something, but if there is no fix, they can get away with it by “trying”.
Have you used the Mazda 3 infotainment controller? It's the worst thing about the new Mazda 3. What a mess. 😣 Nissan got it right except for the screen glare in bright light which is awful.
Tear Blood Or because of their styling. Or because of their marketing strategy. Their car sales in 2019 are up, while CUV/SUV sales are down. The truth: You’re just guessing.
I am really surprised you mentioned Civic as the only option with more powerful variants while completely forgetting Elantra's and Forte's 1.6 L turbo variants which have 200+ HP engines.
I've saved so much money driving the Versa. The gas on that is a life saving. I'm looking for move to the Sentra now since I have a Family. Although I do own a GTR 2017, Xterra Pro-4X 2015 and an Infiniti M37 2012. The Versa has one of the best memories. The way I yell at it for being so slow. The way I slam the door when it got stuck in the snow. I love what that car offered. I know they redesigned that care also. But it's still too small. And this Sentra caught my eyes. But hopefully they'll be more colors than orange..
I currently have the SR Turbo with a 2 litre turbo, I'm disappointed that they are stopping with the SR version. I'm looking to purchase a 2020 Sentra but maybe I'll wait to see if they do either A NISMO or SR Turbo version.
I wouldn’t consider the Sentra however it looks more expensive and I wouldn’t mind pulling into my driveway with it. It’s Front wheel drive and slow though.
I am a fomer Sentra fan. I just traded my 15 Sentra for a 20 Optima. Hopefully, if the future brings a better Sentra, I might buy another Sentra. My biggest disappointment was its clunky CVT
I have a 2017 Sr Turbo and was/is considering the 19 Mazda 3 premium. Now would you Recommend the new Sentra Sr with premium package over the Mazda 3 premium sedan?
Obviously mazda is better due to it being much more reliable. Nissan makes the worst transmission in the world, they are literally breaking in 2018 models with only 20k on odometer
If the roofline gets any lower I’ll need to cut a hole in the roof. I’m 6’ and I prefer the headroom in my 2010 Versa. Hate to say I’m gonna be going the crossover route since the sedans seem to get lower.
Looks like a baby Altima. I have had many Nissan products and currently have a 17 maxima. This will be my last nissan because every model turns out to not be a well manufactured vehicle, and this becomes obvious after about the second year of ownership when strange cabin noises appear and body moldings start getting loose and falling off.
Beautiful looking car on the inside and out! Now the questions is, has Nissan and their subsidiary JATCO mightily improved the reliability and durability of that "next generation" CVT in this new 2020 model as compare to the problematic previous gens in different models of Nissan as well as the Sentra? If they have, well then they have a WINNER!
@@Sammy-x8y I do lease Nissan Sentra's because it's $80 cheaper then the competition. Most things are under warranty if it does fail. My wife and I had Nissan cars and never had issues other then the normal wear and tear..
@@Sammy-x8y nope I don't think cvt are bad as you make it out to be. Yes there where bad years and models but in general they are good quality. Didn't Toyota have a really big engine recall.. 🤪 cost too fix Nissan car on average is around $7000 over 10 years vs toyota around $5500. If person but uses car might want to pick Toyota or Honda, but that there decision. I always look at consumer reports and find out which year and model of the best used cars to pick. 🤔
I’m currently looking for a compact commuter and was cross shopping Sentra and Mazda3 and was shocked buy cost difference. Mazda by price is actually competing with the altima. Do find the Sentra to be a great looking car but not a fan of the manual (we get one in Canada ) being only in the base model. But still definitely going to test drive the Sentra,Mazda 3, and likely the Altima. Would be really nice if the Altima also came in a manual. Also considering a 2 year old maxima in the list cause that would be a closer match to my current car being a 3.5L Altima.
Is there no handbrake at all? When the cabin was being shown, it didn’t even look like there was a electronic one. Who knows what this says about the possibility of a manual.
I love the Sentra. It's my favorite little car to rent when I'm out of town, which isn't meant to be a dig
I must say..it looks great, really like the body style and interior.
Alex's review is the best in TH-cam. Short and very detailed. Keep up the good work Alex!!
Cheers!!
The best part of your reviews I love is - the 3 camera view during test drive! Very nicely compiled 👍
Looks better than any of the competition. My family owns three Sentras (2011, 2013, and 2015) and we've never had a CVT problem.
This is by far the best looking car in the segment right now. And if they gave it a 2.0t, I'd be all over it.
I rented 2019 Pathfinder AWD in january, CVT was noticeable at 1st, but still pretty decent feel didn't bother me at all and the engine had very sufficient power...This Sentra looks really good
I really wish all these reviewers would request entry level trims to review... everything seems oh so fabulous decked out like this.
I own a 2019 SentraSr and I love it. My favorite car I've ever owned
It's a home run. Love the two-tone.
I'm driving a 2005 Sentra 1.8 (1.6 is the standard here) and I must say, the 2020 Sentra looks sexy enough for me to consider to finally convert!
The color combination has done wonders for this car
Styling is a home-run for me. It is a design that I think will age well. I am a huge fan of zero-gravity seats, having rented an Altima recently. I would likely choose this over a Corolla and Civic.
Enjoy the unreliability. Renault=Nissan=junk!
@@Mabeylater293 according to both consumer reports and JD power, Nissan reliability is now better than Honda. so yes, i'd take this over a Civic. you can perpetuate things you read on the internet, without regard to their validity, or you can learn statistics and why sample size matters.
Consumer reports is misleading. They have recommended many cars that would land on their USED CARS TO AVOID list after about 3 years. Their new car recommendations can be VERY short-sighted.
@@Mabeylater293 i think you're conflating brand reliability with new car recommendations. i would not place blind trust in ANY new car model, regardless of manufacturer. i may prefer this Sentra over a Corolla or Civic, but does that mean i'd buy it in the first year of release? no, i'd probably wait a year or two to let them iron out any unforeseen kinks.
i only raise the matter of brand reliability to show that people tend to bash Nissan based on anecdotal data, usually based on internet complaints about the Jatco transmission. this assumes that Nissan/Jatco makes zero improvements over time, e.g. revisions to their design, manufacturing processes, suppliers, etc... i can't say i was happy with Nissan in the Renault era under Ghosn, that is true. but i am also not going to write them off completely/blindly and ignore them when they make a compelling product. if i were to discriminate against any automaker in this way, it would be Fiat/Chrysler and VW before i would to Nissan.
@@vluu80 JD Power is a joke. That's initial quality. I put more faith in Consumer Reports. But if you could provide me with a link where CR says that Nissan is now more reliable than Honda, I would appreciate it. I just don't believe that is true.
i made a drive to LA in the 2019 Sentra, this thing is a huge improvement over the outgoing models, this is such a step above the outgoing models its hard to believe its the same model line.
17:11 I 100% agree. Nissan is very aggressive with their pricing and discounts. They might not be very fun to drive, but they are definitely best value for money.
PP But is it a value when you have to replace/get rid of it before 100,000 miles ?
@@wildforthecats661 I don't think so. I have seen Nissans ... specially Altimas around for 200k+ miles and still going maintenance free if u take good care of it!
They can give bigger discounts because they use poor quality materials and parts to keep their costs low.
@@wildforthecats661 I didn't have a CVT but my 98' Sentra had about 230k miles before I sold it in 2013. Very few problems.
Greg 90’s Nissans were very good.
Does this use Nissan’s 2-mode CVT with the planetary gear sub-transmission? If so, how’s the shift quality - is it noticeable when the sub-transmission has to shift and the CVT resets?
I really like the looks of this car. However, I would choose the Corolla Hybrid or Ioniq Hybrid due to savings and initial acceleration.
NA corolla hybrid is slow as hell, 0-100 kmh well over 11 seconds, wouldn't want to merge or pass with it.
Robert Duklus He said “initial acceleration”. The hybrids have very good 0-30mph times. They suck at 30-60mph, but to each his own, right?
I also think at this point, hybrids are no brainiers. There is also the Insight, which I mention because Toyota only offers the Corolla in one trim.
Joseph G The Insight is a really nice car.
@@robertduklus6555 The Corolla hybrid may still have zippier acceleration at slow, city speeds even though it gets slower when accelerating to full highway speeds.
i like this, it looks like a mini Maxima.
I would buy.
These new 2020 cars look so good I don't know what to get..that 2 tone is a major eye catcher tho.. 🤔
The two tone is wicked..
The 3 and the Sentra are both definitely the best-looking cars in the segment, by far! I keep going back and forth as to which one looks better. One thing's for sure, Nissan's done a GREAT job with the new Sentra! Great review, as always, Alex!
When you pointed out Sofyan in the back seat I LOL'D! 😂😂😂😂😂😂
100% agree with the review. Sentra has come of age. They nailed a lot of good things with the new model. And yes I would stop short of buying one until the scales are tipped with a hybrid and key safety features. At that point I’d say they have a blockbuster.
A front hood without joint at the front like the new Sonata would have been beautiful . Congratulations to Nissan for bringing us 2 tones colors .
refined SR20DE w/CVT? bring back the 6MT and add turbo and there's your SE-R
This just might be my choice for a 2nd car. I’ve had a Sentra, Altima, Pathfinder, and Maxima. All were very reliable. Love the Zero Grav seats and D steering wheel on the Maxima...hmmm...just maybe this will be the car for us.
Stereo Typist ‘95, ‘05, ‘16
Chris Whalen How often do you do maintenance? Changing fluids and such?
@Stereo Typist 2016 maxima is incredible. Even passengers make comments on the power. The cvt in the 2016 revised and much better tuned to the car than the previous years. Don't hesitate on the car.. Stay away from 2016 altima
I could like it but
1. its a Nissan (Renault)
2. its made in Mexico
3. it has a CVT
4. it has an infamous Nissan CVT
5. Where is the manual gearbox?
6. I wonder how steering column feels..
Too many things to compromise on. Verdict - scratched off the list
Absolutely.
theodorekell well if you watched this video then you probably watching the wrong market, sounds like you want more sporty, go find out what Infiniti has for you
theodorekell for sure!
But..but Epstein didn't kill himself!🙊
LMAO @9:20 a gallon of milk?! Who's buying milk and putting it in the armrest? lol
Great review! I loved the cameras and extended test drive, it gave me a sense of what you were describing about its ride and handling.
Aside from potential issues w/ the CVT, I've found from the experience of working at a Nissan and Toyota dealership, that Nissan is very competitive with quality. In many cases, I'd also say they were more reasonable in basic maintenance costs too -- i.e. Nissan included hardware with their replacement brake pads, with Toyota it was two separate kits at an additional costs. Nissan also had far fewer recalls
I love this redesign, it's much sharper looking, and the upgraded SV interior is gorgeous. I do prefer the SR trim, but dropping down to the SV isn't really that much of a downgrade , and no downgrade at all if you opt for the premium package.
As fuel prices and interest rates continue to rise, the option of a mid-sized SUV on my budget is fading, and opting to revert back to a FWD compact for mileage and a certain fun-to-drive ratio is becoming more of a necessary choice -- bye, bye to my Ram 1500. That said, with my experience at the dealership level, considering some of the major import players in this class isn't a penalty at all, and the Sentra has become one of my top considerations.
I just bought a 2014 Nissan Sentra sr (used obviously) and I love it. I'll definitely get another later on down the road and will go with the non base package when I do
I just find it hilarious that Nissan made better baby Stinger interior than Kia did with their Forte. And the rear end that resembles pre-facelift Elantra. Interior definitely looks good though with material choices and finish of it. Hell, time to put Nissan back into look again list...
Just wanted to say that you are an amazing speaker and I would never be able to speak so fluently and consistently as you were able to do in every segment of this video. I am very impressed. PS for if you do read this...would you say this is a better buy than the 2020 Altima? Or is the Altima what I should splurge on?
The Turtler 31 he doesn't do it all in one take 😂
incandescent is cheaper to replace. better than led where you have to replace the whole light when it gets busted
Hey Alex just a small correction regarding CVT's, traditional 8-10 speed automatics in fact provide better acceleration and fuel economy over a CVT. The CVT only performs better in relation to a manual. Nissan own testing has confirmed it achieves similar fuel economy/performance to it's old 7-speed transmission.
The reason why the CVT's are so popular with manufacturers is ultimately due to cost, a 9-10speed automatic costs anywhere from $5000-$7000 where as a CVT costs about the same
as a manual transmission at around $1500. Adding insult to injury some manufactures still charge extra for CVT's despite the massively lower manufacturing costs....
With that said keep up the great work as always. :)
>"traditional 8-10 speed automatics in fact provide better acceleration and fuel economy over a CVT"
lolno
@@Pikminiman Based on what exactly????? If you wan't to disagree fine but at least back it up with something.
A CVT is less efficient overall due to the limited range the CVT itself can operate within, leading to a worse final drive ratio than modern automatics, the belt system also causes more friction and thus parasitic loss which lowers efficiency and power. Why do you think so many manufactures continue to spend millions to develop 8,9 & 10 speed units?
But whatever I will use the Altima as an example ( numbers are all from of Fuelly), it's the same car, same engines and tested
by a wider number of people then what you'd see from something like C&D.
Only difference here is the transmission which Nissan introduced in 2008.
2006 Altima 3.5L:
5 Speed Auto/6 Speed manual
Average Fuel Economy - 22.6mpg
2009 Altima 3.5L:
CVT Transmission
Average Fuel Economy - 23.15mpg
As you can see a 1 MPG increase was all Nissan was able to achieve from switching from their own 5/6 speed units to a CVT units, if the CVT was truly more fuel efficient
why wouldn't we see a 2-3 MPG increase?
Dang that's way better looking
No wireless charging? No ventilated seats? No radar adaptive cruise control?! I do like the new design of the Sentra. It is eye catching. But if I'm currently shopping for a compact segment car, the new 2020 Kia Forte GT will be my top choice! It has heated amd ventilated seats. LED tail lights, 6-way adjustable passenger seat vs 4 in the Sentra. LED interior lighting, wireless charging, ambient lighting, radar adaptive cruise control, and the best warranty in the market!
It does have radar cruise but because a different car has led lights and cooled seats isn't going 2 make me change my mind on a whole vehicle. If you like the drive and it fits your needs then it's cool. The kia forte looks bland compared to this. I guess that can be a good or bad thing .
@@occckid123 Kia Forte has optional dual clutch transmission compare to the Sentra. I'm just saying the Forte has way more features for the money. Which I listed way more than just ventilated seats. I don't think the Forte is bland at all. Very Stinger styling with Porsche inspired headlights. The new Sentra is a step up from the last model. But Nissan is known for their faulty CVT engine...ijs.
@@jraheemjefcoat429 Honestly if I was going to get A40GT with all those options I minds will get a midsize Sedan for the same price
Perfect review & great Sentra.
This Sentra looks really great! However if it uses a JATCO CVT transmission, the CVT is likely to fail as early as a little past 50,000KM. That's what I'm dealing with currently after 2 1/2 years after buying a 2016 Sentra in January 2017.. Never driven.. daily driver... transmission has failed, and I'm now without a car ( Buyers beware )
ThePabloG30 maintenance is key, not a lot of people change their transmission fluid
@@abrahamguerra5069 my car was dealer maintained and so has a, lot of other people. Their transmissions still went bad. Either they don't know what the hell they doing at the dealership service area or the Jatco is a piece of shit.. Either option looks bad on Nissan.
Which is it? Daily driver or never driven?
@@abrahamguerra5069 in 2015 my friend's 2yr old 2013 Nissan Sentra left him stranded on the highway with 59k miles. Because he was barely under 60k miles Nissan was able to warranty and replace the transmission. The invoice was over $4k which he would've had to pay out of pocket. He drove like it like a grandma, never floored it or drove aggressively, and had it regularly maintained at the dealer. Also the vast majority his driving was all highway which is arguably the easiest on a car.
The #1 current defect trend in Carcomplaints.com is Nissan Sentra CVT failures.... LOL
There is also a pending class action lawsuit for the Altima CVTs.
Please stop making excuses for Nissan and blaming the owners for neglect.
Great Video Alex! I love small cars and the way they drive and I like what the companies are doing with the steering, but I hate CVT's and would happily pay the few cents of difference on the gas. IMO CVT=Continuously Vomiting Transportation.
If it had a manual option, I'd be on board. "Sporty driving dynamics" and a CVT don't really mix in my opinion.
A video about a Nissan wouldn't be complete without the obligatory cliché CVT comment.
@@panzer_TZ 💯
The fact is that CVTs are faster than manuals.
@@panzer_TZ You know, that's what comments are there for... to voice your opinion. If there are many people complaining about CVTs, then maybe they have a point.
@George L Fast does not equal sporty, which is what my comment was about. CVTs are great, if your only concerns are to get from A to B and have great fuel economy. If you want an engaging driving experience, you need to look elsewhere.
Besides, manuals are dying, and the Sentra used to have a manual option... so it's worth noting that it doesn't have that any more...
I like it. I hope Nissan will offer AWD system with the new Sentra. Thank you Alex for your great review.
I was very happy with my 2012 Sentra until the CVT failed. It's pretty much a given that any Nissan CVT will fail sooner or later I'm sad to say.
John Neilson sooner than later...
John Neilson How often did you change the CVT fluid?
Also, EVERYTHING fails, sooner or later.
I have a 2014 Nissan Sentra with 66,000 miles on it. Not a single issue yet. All maintenance has been performed at my local dealership. Forget to mention my Nissan Sentra has an extended warranty for 10 years or 100,000 miles whichever comes first. 💪💪💪
@@afcgeo882 exactly.
I was fine with my 2016 Nissan Sentra until the CVT began making sounds at exactly 50,000KM.. and failed at 50, 275 KM and is now being replaced.. I am now currently buy a 2020 Toyota Rav4 to replace it.
Comfortable seats are priceless.
Michael Cline yeah, you’ll need to be comfortable whilst waiting for a tow..
@@geraldthompson4633 I'd rather wait for a tow than wait for a chiropractor.
@@geraldthompson4633 Thats what i'm now dealing with.
@@geraldthompson4633 lol.
@@tacocruiser4238 haha
This is surprisingly a good vehicle. My perception of Nissan is that they have fallen behind Honda, Toyota and H/K, but this is a pleasant surprise. Still at 25k, the Civic si is the one to buy.
its more beautiful than most. but i trust the reliability of toyota and honda more
The newest Nissans have a better reliability than the newest Hondas
I actually am not minding the body style. For a guy who doesn't like the whole triangle, giant grills, angry headlights fads, I actually quite like this. And certainly loving the tone tone copper and black.
However, I'm still not enjoying the fact that they aren't even attempting to bring back some of the classic in the sentra since the B17's (Classic being the SER models of the 90s and even the 00-12s. LSD, manual, street suspension, ect.) I'm certainly not happy they keep forcing CVTs on consumers, and junk built ones at that. I wouldn't buy a CVT even if it was the last form of transmission on Earth.
I honestly wish they'd bring back a bit of the past. Their motors just don't offer any pep anymore. They only think of fuel economy, with relying on the CVT to boost acceleration numbers. (That said I know they're getting tougher on standards for fuel economy and emissions. But I'm sure there is a way they can do it.)
Just got back from Southern California. I hope it is the best.
Finally, a car to give the new Mazda 3 a run for its money. Now, if only they had an option to NOT get a CVT... at least it can "imitate" shifts
Why is shifting associated with acceleration? Each time it shifts, the car slows down and the transmission disconnects.
@@mark_r49 It's not. But having a car drone on and on at redline RPM just feels absolutely terrible, and is no fun. Kinda the same philosophy regarding a car's exhaust note...
Timothy L That’s your mental issue.
Could you imagine if airplanes had “gear shifts” during their takeoffs because passengers were were bothered by the lack of shifting?
Maybe car makers should add better sound insulation to block the noise instead making fake gear changes though.
Very nice combination with Sofian Bay !!
Good review & great Sentra.
And loving the two tone copper and black.
Beautiful car
Definitely one of the best looking, but mazda 3 still got it beat in terms of looks, but its cvt is whats killing me
This new model could really thrive with a hatchback model...as these are making a comeback, to keep with a crossover fell but with a sporty low ride, i.e. the Corolla, Mazda 3, and Hyundai /Kia models.
I just love that color. Need the nismo version......and then of course wait for it to drop because paying over 20k for any car is insane unless you are rich.
7:32 Hey Sofyan!
I'm liking the new Sentra and it looking nice and sporty.
Looks good. Hard to believe a cheap car could look so nice.
Dopes, they should have included radar cruise control as standard on all versions even base, just as others do. Especially since it is already radar equipped.
Gonna need to see that "Gallon of Milk Test" when you get the car in for a full review.
And do the mother in law trunk test as well.
This is the best looking Nissan lineup ever. New Almera, New Sentra, Altima, Maxima, and Murano. Now Just bring in the New Juke the Refreshed Patrol/Armada. New Frontier (Navara in other markets), New Pathfinder ( Nissan Terra in other Markets). New Nissan Quest ( Rebadged the Nissan El Grand). Refresh the front of the Nissan Kicks. Introduce the Nissan Micra. Then the Next Generation Nissan Rogue and Rogue sport.
Never been a fan of Sentra or current Nissan "design language", but got to admit that this doesn't look too bad.
The CVT (continuously variable transmission) on these Nissans are known for blowing up. They're a belt-type design and are built solely for efficiency, not durability. I would never advise anybody to buy a Nissan when Toyota makes far superior cars.
elusivellama If properly taken care of, they work just fine, especially in compact sedan applications and not on heavy CUVs or on sporty Maximas.
The reputation is well-earned from their Jatco units of about 10 years ago. They were terrible. However, that was 3-4 transmission generations ago. Things do change. Their current models show no issues. Even in the V6 application like on the Murano, with regular fluid changes, they work great and last well over 100k miles.
@@afcgeo882 As you've said, the reputation is well-earned from their infamous JATCO units. People will need to see for themselves, over a period of several more years, whether the new JATCO CVTs will hold up. There is literally no other way to erase the stigma that afflicts Nissan CVTs - you can test in the lab all you want, build the belts out of adamantium and use unicorn blood for transmission fluid, but only time and real world testing (in the hands of owners) will tell.
Given the above, you can see why people would rather err on the side of caution and buy a Toyota instead. You're asking them to put out about $20k or more of their money, it would be a hard sell to anybody who has experienced CVT failure before, or at least know and understand the problem.
Granted, even the Corolla comes with a CVT now, and I've even heard of CVT issues with these cars.
elusivellama The reputation may be well-earned, but keep in mind it kay not be representative of the vehicle. Are you buying a reputation or a car?
I own a 2005 Camry 2.4. The reputation - perfection. Resale value: as good as it gets.
Reality: Gone through 4 lower control arm replacements, all 4 struts, flex pipe (exhaust), loose head bolts (infamous) lead to an external coolant leak and head gasket change, transmission slips despite regular changes, sway bar links replaced, the remote locking/unlocking module is broken, the air vent mixing motor broken (a simple $600 fix)... and a slew of other small issues like weather stripping and pain peeling off years ago and the latest: headliner drooping. I only have 120k miles on it, though mostly city driving. I wax it, by hand, twice a year. I do Mobil 1 oil changes every 6,000 miles and transmission fluid from the dealer every 60k miles. All parts are OEM or better (German/Japanese.)
On the flip side, my wife’s 2006 LR Freelander has had ZERO issues. None. Not to say Land Rovers are reliable as a rule. It’s just that individual experiences vary, A LOT.
Reputations aren’t often reflective of real world experiences. In reliability studies of 3 year-old cars, it was found that the most reliable cars had a rate of failure (any failure) of 2%, while the least reliable were 8%. Even in the worst case, 92% of cars won’t have failures of any kind in the first 3 years. New cars aren’t casinos.
When it comes to transmissions, here’s a painful truth: most car owners don’t know that they require fluid/filter changes. As older cars used to have manual transmissions or simply a life expectancy of just 100k miles, transmission fluid changes weren’t a thing. However, with modern cars weighing more, having many more gears (leading to more gear changes) and lasting longer, transmissions now require more maintenance. Ask any dealer/mechanic service manager about how often they have to explain this to people. CVTs require changes at 30k intervals and modern transmissions at 60k. Otherwise they WILL fail. Who makes them doesn’t matter. They will fail. What makes things worse are manufacturers who make sealed transmissions or put stickers on that state the fluid is “lifetime” as a marketing gimmick. If to you, 100k is a lifetime, then yes, it’s “lifetime”. If it’s more, then you should have changed the fluid at 60k. Back in the early to mid-2000s when transmissions were only 5-6 speed, you could do it at 80k, but now, with 8+ gears... no.
@@elusivellama The Corolla CVT appears very reliable. Will probably be more reliable and last longer than competing non-CVT transmissions in Fords, VWs, Mazdas etc.. Trying to run away from the Corolla CVT will not lead you to a more reliable competitor's vehicle.
There was a manufacturing defect with the first 4,000 2019 hatchbacks that were recalled and replaced and there was also a defective ECU was installed on many Corolla sedans. The ECUs had to be replaced or reprogrammed or they might cause damage to the CVT. The sedan's CVTs themselves didn't have a design flaw. If Toyota found that the ECU caused damage, then they replaced both the ECU and the CVT.
The Toyota owner forums don't have many CVT complaints compared to Nissan owner forums. Nissan doesn't seem to be able to get their CVT's built properly. Nissan clearly does't care as much about reliability as Toyota does.
I have seen posts of owners with well over 200K miles on their Corollas with the original CVT and engine. Since the oldest models are 2014s, it will be a while before many will have over 300K miles.
If the Corolla CVT had durability problem and were failing at unusually high rates, due to the number of Corollas sold, this issue would be bringing down, not only the Corolla's reliability rating, but the entire Toyota brand's reliability rating and I don't see that happening.
@@elusivellama Well said, people who are considering buying any car with a CVT should read deeper in to these comment sections. We wish that we researched more before buying a Subaru Outback. And the bottom line is that auto makers use CVT trannys for cost savings and to meet mileage standards NOT long life and durability.
Not true at all. The CVT transmission is horrible. You have no power and when pulling out infront of traffic if becomes dangerous. You're fighting with the transmission to go. And climbing hills it's a nightmare. I just bought a new one and it was a mistake. The transmission loses its strength to accelerate safely at pulling out in traffic. Don't make the same mistake i made
I agree; A CVT should be a CVT rather than imitate a stepped automatic. Unfortunately, the people who bought Nissan's in the past with CVT's complained of the drone and whatnot due to customer ignorance. Nissan then made changes so that their CVT implementations would imitate automatics and please these ignorant customers. Very, very unfortunate especially when Nissan knew better this time around.
Reliability of Nissan CVT's is a different story though so oh well. Not like I'd be interested in a sedan anyway. I'd rather spend my money on a wagon, minivan, or hatchback if I didn't have the option to buy a CUV/SUV.
I personally really love Nissan... my Rogue has been a dream and for only 19k when it was 1 year old. This Sentra will probably be my 2nd family car, since my husband and I share the Rogue.
Edit: I currently live within walking distance of work, but I've recently found a much better job farther from home.
They dont get the love they deserve..nice car.
Have the Civic’s 1.5T oil dilution problems been resolved for 2020?
hyperlicht yes they have...buy the 2.0...😁
We won’t know for another year or two. Honda claims the 1.5 on the CRV was fixed, but some people are saying it really wasn’t. From a legal standpoint, they had to do something, but if there is no fix, they can get away with it by “trying”.
The new Sentra is great looking car :)
If compering this Sentra to Mazda 3 . what is the better overall choice ?
Thanks
The mazda 3 is over rated and i think its much pricier than this and not much faster, its personal opinions at the end of the day
What’s sad is I would know buy the Sentra over the Altima I use to want big cars but now days it’s shifted to compact for agility in traffic
Nice looking car for the right price nice color too 👍🏾
Am I the one who felt the Cabin noise is very low during the whole drive test section...
Mazda3 sedan is a very impressive looking work of art to me though I must say. I prob will get a CX30 eventually but can’t decide.
Test drive a fiat 500x or renegade.
Pentastar Nate I will look into you. Thank you. :).
Stereo Typist in what car ?
Lack of a heated steering wheel is hardly an ODDITY ...lol. so pampered .
Have you used the Mazda 3 infotainment controller? It's the worst thing about the new Mazda 3. What a mess. 😣 Nissan got it right except for the screen glare in bright light which is awful.
I tend to keep cars for several years so I avoid turbo cars or hybrids because of potential expensive repairs. I prefer normally aspirated engines
I have 2019 Nissan sentra manual and some people still drive manuals🤪😝
Manuals are the only cars I'm willing to buy.
We are considering a manual version Sentra. Has yours been reliable? Thanks
Oh darn. I can't put my laptop in the glove box. I was also hoping to fit my fax machine in there too.
Alex, since you asked I like the exterior of this car. 2019 Camry SE owner here.
You know Alex maybe the reason nissan offeres more discounts and rebates is mostly beacuse no one buys their car because of their cvts and reliability
Tear Blood Or because of their styling. Or because of their marketing strategy.
Their car sales in 2019 are up, while CUV/SUV sales are down.
The truth: You’re just guessing.
@@afcgeo882 i am guessing, i did say Maybe in my statement
Tear Blood However, you’re making a statement, not asking a question.
@@afcgeo882 ik
I am really surprised you mentioned Civic as the only option with more powerful variants while completely forgetting Elantra's and Forte's 1.6 L turbo variants which have 200+ HP engines.
I've saved so much money driving the Versa. The gas on that is a life saving. I'm looking for move to the Sentra now since I have a Family. Although I do own a GTR 2017, Xterra Pro-4X 2015 and an Infiniti M37 2012. The Versa has one of the best memories. The way I yell at it for being so slow. The way I slam the door when it got stuck in the snow. I love what that car offered. I know they redesigned that care also. But it's still too small. And this Sentra caught my eyes. But hopefully they'll be more colors than orange..
Lol wut
@@sixdegreesofgaming4719 haha yeah I was frustrated ant tired when I wrote that. I don't even remember writing this.
Nice re-design, I would consider it if it wasn't a CVT, or if they offered a manual turbo charged engine
You and Mazda... it’s like me and Toyota.... the new Sentra looks cool!!!
Surprised and disappointed this vehicle doesn't come with the surround view cameras, which has been a Nissan signature for a while now.
Looks really good, I like it more than the Altima or maxima but I wouldn't by a smaller sedan
I currently have the SR Turbo with a 2 litre turbo, I'm disappointed that they are stopping with the SR version. I'm looking to purchase a 2020 Sentra but maybe I'll wait to see if they do either A NISMO or SR Turbo version.
cannot wait for the next gen rogue sport
I wouldn’t consider the Sentra however it looks more expensive and I wouldn’t mind pulling into my driveway with it. It’s Front wheel drive and slow though.
I won't buy because of the CVT but it looks nicer than before.
I am a fomer Sentra fan. I just traded my 15 Sentra for a 20 Optima. Hopefully, if the future brings a better Sentra, I might buy another Sentra. My biggest disappointment was its clunky CVT
can i take 2020 steering wheel and put it on my 2017 model?
It has amazing design interior and exterior, it will beat the market
I think Sentra nails it with the styling. Honda is ok but lacks the verve of Nissan, and wtf is happening with Toyota.
I hope so!
Beautiful car.. but that CVT.
Long history of poor reliability.
Has it been updated for 2020?
Jeff Gilleran Yes, it has been updated.
I have a 2017 Sr Turbo and was/is considering the 19 Mazda 3 premium. Now would you Recommend the new Sentra Sr with premium package over the Mazda 3 premium sedan?
Obviously mazda is better due to it being much more reliable. Nissan makes the worst transmission in the world, they are literally breaking in 2018 models with only 20k on odometer
If the roofline gets any lower I’ll need to cut a hole in the roof. I’m 6’ and I prefer the headroom in my 2010 Versa. Hate to say I’m gonna be going the crossover route since the sedans seem to get lower.
Looks like a baby Altima. I have had many Nissan products and currently have a 17 maxima. This will be my last nissan because every model turns out to not be a well manufactured vehicle, and this becomes obvious after about the second year of ownership when strange cabin noises appear and body moldings start getting loose and falling off.
Beautiful looking car on the inside and out! Now the questions is, has Nissan and their subsidiary JATCO mightily improved the reliability and durability of that "next generation" CVT in this new 2020 model as compare to the problematic previous gens in different models of Nissan as well as the Sentra? If they have, well then they have a WINNER!
This Sentra looks amazing but it would be needs a Honda engine in it to make it a true go get her. Nice review...as always.
i like everything but their CVTs
I don't mind the cvt and this model has the best sounding and feel so far..
@@Sammy-x8y I do lease Nissan Sentra's because it's $80 cheaper then the competition. Most things are under warranty if it does fail. My wife and I had Nissan cars and never had issues other then the normal wear and tear..
@@Sammy-x8y nope I don't think cvt are bad as you make it out to be. Yes there where bad years and models but in general they are good quality. Didn't Toyota have a really big engine recall.. 🤪 cost too fix Nissan car on average is around $7000 over 10 years vs toyota around $5500. If person but uses car might want to pick Toyota or Honda, but that there decision. I always look at consumer reports and find out which year and model of the best used cars to pick. 🤔
I’m currently looking for a compact commuter and was cross shopping Sentra and Mazda3 and was shocked buy cost difference. Mazda by price is actually competing with the altima. Do find the Sentra to be a great looking car but not a fan of the manual (we get one in Canada ) being only in the base model. But still definitely going to test drive the Sentra,Mazda 3, and likely the Altima. Would be really nice if the Altima also came in a manual. Also considering a 2 year old maxima in the list cause that would be a closer match to my current car being a 3.5L Altima.
Is there no handbrake at all? When the cabin was being shown, it didn’t even look like there was a electronic one. Who knows what this says about the possibility of a manual.