Nissan Sentra vs. Nissan Versa
In comparing the Nissan Sentra to the Nissan Versa, the Nissan Sentra has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The Nissan Versa has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Nissan Sentra versus the Nissan Versa, the Nissan Versa is a better car than the Nissan Sentra.
Nissan Sentra versus Nissan Versa Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Nissan Sentra ranges from $15,498 to $22,842 while a used Nissan Versa from the same model year range is priced between $13,495 to $19,899. For a new model, the Nissan Sentra's price is between $21,451 and $27,236, with the Nissan Versa priced between $17,980 and $22,188.
Nissan Sentra versus Nissan Versa Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Nissan Sentra is 7.9 out of 10 while the Nissan Versa's quality rating is 8.2 out of 10. This results in the Nissan Sentra being ranked 10 out of 12 Best Small Cars for the Money and the Nissan Versa being ranked 6 out of 12. Out of 51 Best Small Cars, the Nissan Sentra is ranked 51 and the Nissan Versa is ranked 11.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Nissan Sentra’s base engine makes 149 horsepower, and the Nissan Versa base engine makes 122 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Nissan Sentra, a compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Nissan Versa, a subcompact car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room and trunk space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Nissan Versa has higher safety ratings than the Nissan Sentra, with an average rating of 4.47 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.38 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Nissan Sentra has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$21,451 - $27,236
Used Asking Price:
$15,498 - $22,842
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
44.1%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$17,980 - $22,188
Used Asking Price:
$13,495 - $19,899
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
38.2%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.9 / 10
Reliability:
7.7 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
8.4 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
7.5 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
8.9 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
10 out of / 12Ranking
12 out of / 51Ranking
14 out of / 51Ranking
17 out of / 51Ranking
28 out of / 51iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
6 out of / 12Ranking
9 out of / 51Ranking
11 out of / 51Ranking
14 out of / 51Ranking
27 out of / 51Summary Review
Not yet available
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
S, SV, SR
Trim Levels
S, SV, SR
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.38 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.47 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
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
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
122 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
114 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 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):
29 / 39 / 33
Range (city/hwy):
360 / 484 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
31 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.6 inches
Cargo Space:
14.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
88.9 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2599 lbs
Width:
68.5 inches
Height:
57.3 inches
Length:
177 inches
Wheelbase:
103.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/60R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
195/65R15
