Toyota Camry vs. Nissan Sentra
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Toyota Camry and Nissan Sentra contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Toyota Camry and the Nissan Sentra.
In comparing the Toyota Camry's and the Nissan Sentra's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Camry has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The Nissan Sentra 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 fuel efficiency and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Toyota Camry's and the Nissan Sentra's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2024 Toyota Camry ranges from $22,990 to $35,854 while a used 2025 Nissan Sentra is priced between $18,991 to $26,042. For a new model, the Toyota Camry's price is between $26,360 and $39,529, with the Nissan Sentra priced between $21,426 and $28,113.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Toyota Camry loses 35.5 percent of its value and the Nissan Sentra loses 40.7 percent of its value. This means the Toyota Camry retains 5.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Nissan Sentra.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Toyota Camry is 8.6 out of 10 while the Nissan Sentra's quality rating is 7.9 out of 10. This results in the Toyota Camry being ranked 2 out of 13 Best Midsize Cars and the Nissan Sentra being ranked 20 out of 37 Best Small Cars.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Toyota Camry is 8.0 out of 10. For the Nissan Sentra the reliability rating is 7.3 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Camry a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Nissan Sentra.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Toyota Camry’s base engine makes 203 horsepower, and the Nissan Sentra base engine makes 149 horsepower. The Camry is rated to deliver an average of 32 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 616 miles. The Sentra is rated to deliver an average of 34 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 496 miles.This gives the Nissan Sentra the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Toyota Camry the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Nissan Sentra, a compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room and front leg room. The Toyota Camry, a midsize car, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Toyota Camry and the Nissan Sentra have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Toyota Camry has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick award.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
26360 - 39529
Starting MSRP:
26420
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize Cars)
26196
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize Cars)
24700 - 27895
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
21426 - 28113
Starting MSRP:
21590
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact Cars)
28470
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact Cars)
21590 - 47100
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
27759
Price Range:
22990 - 35854
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize Cars)
25370
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize Cars)
20239 - 27759
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
2588
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
30766
# Good or Great Deals:
635
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
22070
Price Range:
18991 - 26042
Category Avg Price:
(Compact Cars)
30314
Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact Cars)
22070 - 52316
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
9537
Depreciation %:
0.36099394
Resale Value $:
16883
Residual Value %:
0.63900606
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Midsize Cars)
0.36099394
Category Depreciation Range:
(Midsize Cars)
0.36099394 - 0.36099394
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
8708
Depreciation %:
0.40335587
Resale Value $:
12882
Residual Value %:
0.59664413
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Compact Cars)
0.3979908
Category Depreciation Range:
(Compact Cars)
0.31796157 - 0.42854561
Toyota Camry Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
8.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Nissan Sentra Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.9 / 10
Reliability:
7.3 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota Camry
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
12.3
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Midsize Cars)
10.4
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize Cars)
6.8 - 12.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.319
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Nissan Sentra
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
8.8
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Compact Cars)
12.4
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact Cars)
8.8 - 16.2
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.026
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.3138136780139344
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)
3.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)
2.2 - 18.5
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.78710396149456
Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact Cars)
2.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact Cars)
1.8 - 28.7
Toyota Camry Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
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2 out of / 7Ranking
2 out of / 7Ranking
2 out of / 7Ranking
2 out of / 7Ranking
2 out of / 4Ranking
7 out of / 13Ranking
9 out of / 13Ranking
10 out of / 13Nissan Sentra Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 22Ranking
6 out of / 37Ranking
8 out of / 37Ranking
8 out of / 13Ranking
9 out of / 37Ranking
10 out of / 22Ranking
11 out of / 13Ranking
16 out of / 37Ranking
17 out of / 37Ranking
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24 out of / 37Ranking
24 out of / 37Ranking
27 out of / 37Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Toyota Camry Trim Levels
LE, SE, SE Nightshade, TRD, XLE, XLE V6, XSE, XSE V6
Nissan Sentra Trim Levels
S, SR, SV
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
203 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
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:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
28 / 39 / 32
Range (city/hwy):
442 / 616 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):
30 / 40 / 34
Range (city/hwy):
372 / 496 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Cargo Space:
15.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
100.4 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Cargo Space:
14.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
110.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3310 lbs
Width:
72.4 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
192.1 inches
Wheelbase:
111.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3036 lbs
Width:
71.5 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
182.9 inches
Wheelbase:
106.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/60R16
Exterior Colors
Black
Midnight Black Metallic
Blue
Reservoir Blue
Gray
Predawn Gray Mica
Red
Supersonic Red
Silver
Celestial Silver Metallic / Ice Edge
White
Ice Cap
Exterior Colors
Black
Super Black
Blue
Not available
Gray
Gun Metallic
Red
Not available
Silver
Not available
White
Fresh Powder
Interior Colors
Beige
Macadamia
Black
Black
Gray
Ash
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Charcoal
Gray
Not available
