2022 Hyundai ELANTRA vs. 2022 Nissan Sentra
In comparing the 2022 Hyundai ELANTRA's and the 2022 Nissan Sentra's specifications and ratings, the 2022 Hyundai ELANTRA has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency, resale value and interior volume. The 2022 Nissan Sentra has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2022 Hyundai ELANTRA's and the 2022 Nissan Sentra's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2022 Hyundai ELANTRA vs. 2022 Nissan Sentra Pricing
A used 2022 Hyundai ELANTRA ranges from $19,583 to $26,494 while a used 2022 Nissan Sentra is priced between $18,281 to $25,998. For a new model, the 2022 Hyundai ELANTRA's price is between $19,099 and $27,891, with the 2022 Nissan Sentra priced between $20,879 and $27,070.
2022 Hyundai ELANTRA vs. 2022 Nissan Sentra Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2022 Hyundai ELANTRA loses 41.1 percent of its value and the 2022 Nissan Sentra loses 44.1 percent of its value. This means the 2022 Hyundai ELANTRA retains 3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2022 Nissan Sentra.
2022 Hyundai ELANTRA vs. 2022 Nissan Sentra Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Hyundai ELANTRA is 8.1 out of 10 while the Nissan Sentra's quality rating is 8.2 out of 10. This results in the Hyundai ELANTRA being ranked 12 out of 26 Best Compact Cars and the Nissan Sentra being ranked 11 out of 26. Out of 43 Best Small Cars, the Hyundai ELANTRA is ranked 17 and the Nissan Sentra is ranked 16.
2022 Hyundai ELANTRA vs. 2022 Nissan Sentra Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Hyundai ELANTRA is 7.8 out of 10. For the Nissan Sentra the reliability rating is 7.9 out of 10. This gives the Nissan Sentra a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Hyundai ELANTRA.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2022 Hyundai ELANTRA’s base engine makes 147 horsepower, and the 2022 Nissan Sentra base engine makes 149 horsepower. The ELANTRA is rated to deliver an average of 35 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 508 miles. The Sentra is rated to deliver an average of 33 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 484 miles. This gives the 2022 Hyundai ELANTRA the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2022 Nissan Sentra. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the 2022 Hyundai ELANTRA has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The 2022 Nissan Sentra has the advantage in the areas of front leg room cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2022 Hyundai ELANTRA has higher safety ratings than the 2022 Nissan Sentra, with an average rating of 4.64 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.55 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$19,099 - $27,891
Used Asking Price:
$19,583 - $26,494
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
41.1%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$20,879 - $27,070
Used Asking Price:
$18,281 - $25,998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
44.1%
Hyundai ELANTRA Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
8.6 / 10
Nissan Sentra Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
7.9 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
9.1 / 10
Hyundai ELANTRA Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 43Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
3 out of / 43Ranking
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4 out of / 43Ranking
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10 out of / 26Ranking
11 out of / 43Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
12 out of / 13Ranking
14 out of / 43Ranking
16 out of / 26Ranking
17 out of / 43Ranking
24 out of / 43Ranking
26 out of / 43Nissan Sentra Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 26Ranking
2 out of / 43Ranking
4 out of / 18Ranking
9 out of / 12Ranking
10 out of / 26Ranking
10 out of / 26Ranking
11 out of / 26Ranking
11 out of / 13Ranking
12 out of / 18Ranking
13 out of / 43Ranking
13 out of / 43Ranking
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19 out of / 43Ranking
23 out of / 26Ranking
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28 out of / 43Ranking
38 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2022 Hyundai ELANTRA Trim Levels
Limited, N Line, SE, SEL
2022 Nissan Sentra Trim Levels
S, SR, SV
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.64 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.55 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
147 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
132 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
149 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
146 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
31 / 41 / 35
Range (city/hwy):
384 / 508 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
29 / 39 / 33
Range (city/hwy):
360 / 484 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Cargo Space:
14.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
99.4 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
44 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Cargo Space:
14.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
96.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2725 lbs
Width:
71.9 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
184.1 inches
Wheelbase:
107.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3036 lbs
Width:
71.5 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
182.7 inches
Wheelbase:
106.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
195/65R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/60R16
