2021 Toyota Corolla SE Vs. 2021 Nissan Sentra SV - Which is the Better Budget Commuter Car?
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- Опубліковано 28 чер 2024
- Nowadays, new cars are getting very expensive, in 2020, the average new car transaction price was over $38,000. Today, we are taking a look at two new vehicles that undercut that price by $12-14k. The 2021 #NissanSentra and #ToyotaCorolla represents over 250,000 sales in the US in 2020. Both #Nissan and #Toyota have been building the #Sentra and #Corolla for decades and if you're looking for a budget commuter car with style, tech, and some luxury, you can pick either of these up for under $25,000. We find out which one is better in this video!
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Are you team Sentra or team Corolla? Tell us below! :)
Team Sentra
Sentra
A car is the second biggest purchase if not the biggest purchase for most people. Why spend so much of your hard earned money on a vehicle with a poor reliability record? I don't want to be Nissan's guinea pig for their new CVT. Team Corolla all the way.
Well I wanna say team Senta for now. But I wonder if they will being the all new Corolla cross to the USA what would Toyota do for the USA if they do being that model to the USA.
Corolla Hatch
I get tired of people saying these cars are for commuters or for someone's first car. I just turned 50 and love my Corolla. It's reliable and I'm not car poor. Even if I could afford a $40,000 SUV, I would still pick the Corolla. If I wanted something with a little more oomph I would get a Kia Forte GT. I don't want a SUV, or even a larger car like a Camry. Some of us are fine looking uncool in our so called first, commuter car.
A to the Men! I’m tired of my high car note & I won’t to downgrade!
The Corolla is better at being a car than other cars
They’re called commuter cars because their only purpose is to be inexpensive to frequently drive. High MPG, low maintenance, low purchase price, decent comfort and features. It’s fine that you don’t want a Ferrari, or an F150, or a Hellcat, or any other specialized vehicle.
Agree 100%. I can drive anything I like, and I like this kind of car best. New cars are in absurd overkill mode. They're amazing, but idiotic. In my humble opinion.
These are literal commuter cars bro 😂. When I bought my Corolla it was because of the MPG not the design or speed of it.
Current owner of a 2020 Sentra SR premium package. Nothing against Toyota, but Nissan really did a good job on the 2020 refresh.
I hear you, I do like the interior but honestly the Nissan Sentra has lost its soul from the late 90s pocket rocket version of the Sentra SE-R spec v. I had a buddy that had one and it was great! 2.4 l 4 cylinder with a 6-speed manual. Super fun
@@cbybee20 only time will tell
I agree. I just bought a 2021 Sentra sr and it’s beautiful. The new body of the Sentra looks amazing. The Corolla looks too small
Nissan used to be good, but are junk nowdays. Nothing against you, but it's a fact
@@gmualum08as a pre- fast and furious, actual "90's pocket rocket" guy(we called them imports or tuners) I can assure you we felt the same way about the arrival of the Spec V some 20yrs ago when the oversized, overstyled & underpowered age of imports REALLY began.
I still Own and drive my late mother's 2000 Corolla...
I still drive a 1987 Chevrolet S-10 Blazer lol.
The best generation.
I am still driving my 2000 ford ranger and also (scaryperryx1050) a job well done in maintaining your Corolla.
My first car
I am still driving a 06 Corolla. I'm finally looking into a newer car because I will be doing a lot more driving in the future.
Team Sentra!! Just picked up 2021 Sentra SR Premium and it’s really nice! Extremely comfortable and just a great overall premium feel. No regrets!
Team broken CVT trans sourced through jatco
@@98MAzdaMilleniaS Check out my sentra with allot of miles already still running strong 💪
@@98MAzdaMilleniaS they have a new & improved version of cvt move on dude
2020 Sentra SV. Nice looking ride and zero issues 3 years later 👌
Just bought a 2021 too very fun to drive only had 7400 miles
If you make $15.75 working for Amazon like I do, you don't have the luxury of paying attention to the sedan segment dying. Low-income people are stuck with compact sedans for the foreseeable future, especially when you consider the skyrocketing prices for used cars this year.
No question for me -- Corolla. I like the looks and the 6-speed manual.
Yeah exactly, and I think the reviewer seems a bit bias against Toyota for some reason. Also what he didn't address was Toyota's hold their value. My Corolla right now is worth more than what I paid for it. I got basically this exact model but the 2020 version for $17,000 and some change out the door. Hard to beat that
I test drove the 6 speed manual. I drove it way better than the sales person. Its been years since I drove a stick shift car.
@@javierlechuga4009 I wish I got the stick but they didn't have one at the Toyota dealership when I needed a car in a hurry
@@gmualum08 The reviewer, Sofyan, has a strong dislike for Toyotas. He also loves Hyundai/Kias and will keep making excuses for their flaws.
@@braetonwilson4296
That’s why I don’t trust car reviewers coughs coughs (Soyfan) I only trust the mechanics that has more experienced fixing all models of cars and they recommends which cars to buy and not to buy
The new Sentra continues to amaze me with that interior. It makes the Corolla's interior look ancient.
That's how Nissan tries to reel buyers in. They are like the Japanese Chrysler at this point. Hope the interior keeps you comfy as you wait for a tow truck 🤣
@@Kingmuhammad92 lol
@@Kingmuhammad92 Sad, isn't it. Before Renault took over, Nissan was an excellent brand
@@gbriank1 very sad 😥 Nissan used to be in my top 3 brands smh
@@Kingmuhammad92 So true. If reliability is paramount, Toyota is the way to go. Want performance, Honda Civic Si or Type R.
I have a 97 Corolla. It’s 2021.l am still driving my Corolla. I’ve had minor work done on my car. I recently purchased a 2015 Corolla.Love it also.Long live the Toyota.
Nissan vehicles really do have some of the most comfortable seats in the industry.
Have you try every cars in the industry?
That’s so that the driver is comfortable while waiting for roadside assistance when their CVT fails
Especially the Maxima and Murano
@@AUA-camChannelwithNoName yea, the mexima have good seat. I had a 2009 maxima SV before
@@Mikeybabyallday i was gonna say that haha
I’d take the Corolla without a doubt.
For people who keep their cars for more than 5 years, its the logical choice by far.
Toyota has become the GM of Japan. They are overpriced and have failed to adapt to a changing world
@@roberthuxen3461 that’s always been Toyota. But unlike gm they have quality and reliability. They are amazing vehicles that are cheap to own in the long run. They aren’t cheap up front but are overall hassle free. I always recommend Lexus and toyota to my family because I care about safety and reliability most
There was a time when Nissan's were on par with Honda and Toyota quality but for less money. That is no longer the case. I had a 92 Nissan hardbody that was very reliable but very basic. I can't see myself ever owning a Nissan again.
The Sentra looks much more premium the Corolla interior looks like it’s from 2005 especially the gauges
I agree but the Corolla (in my opinion) is a better built car.
@@SouthsideKidd550
And will last way longer.
@@SouthsideKidd550 it is plus its has LED headlights with adaptive feature (on the XSE) which will look newer for a much longer time
Toyota keeps using reputation as an excuse to build products that are dated compared to the competition
@@pontiacGXPfan they're not tho.. people say that until you sit in it. at night you'll really see the toyota quality and how its just better than the others
This is one of the best reviews I've seen on the internet.
Just finished a 700+ mile week in a rented 2021 Sentra SV and I am impressed by this car. I am a Mini Cooper enthusiastic with many days at the track with my 6spd manual Cooper S. Was expecting this rental to be a dog. WRONG! This beauty took me down the brutal length of the Cal I-5 through the agricultural heart of Calif: semi's, trucks, flatbeds. The CVT tranny is slick, shifts are smooth and quick and the 4 cyl. engine is happy to rev to redline. Moves out smartly when you goose it. I thought it was a turbo! Fooled me. Great, supple suspension, excellent handling, all-around A+ for highway manners and in the twisties.
Even in the SV config, cabin feels upscale. Materials rival the BMW-made Mini Cooper.
Don't think Corolla can match this.
Just bought a 2022 Sentra SR Premium. Perfect solo commuter car. Just barely found one. It is gorgeous in person. Also, I could not find a new Corolla to try in the state! I am very happy with the Sentra.
Corolla anyday because of it's bulletproof reliability & the transmission that wouldn’t break
Exactly !! I have a 2015 Corolla no problems !! That is why I got it , reliability 😎👍🏻
My uncle has 2004 corolla, still everything stock. Meanwhile my friends Nissan broke down twice just under 50,000 miles.
@@ostadfiha4225 what year was the Nissan??
Hey I have a 16 Sentra with 215k miles and still
Gets over 43 mpg and still original parts, just replaced the front struts 3 days ago:)
@@BD6.9 me too 2017 Sentra with 225 000 km without issues and Never had!
I have the 2021 Sentra SR Premium in super black. I wasn’t even considering the competition. Love the sport package’s look - and, the wheels and LED lights are extra sharp! ♥️
Highly impressed with the new sentra, if they ever come out with a Nismo trim with VC turbo I'd be interested!
I love our 2021 Corolla. Rides nice,l Love the outside blue crush color and the sharp black interior.
Love it.
I have that same exact car. Just got it on Sunday. I love it.
In Canada we have a Sentra sr with 6sp man and it’s amazing
That's cool👍
That's the one I would get
That is exactly the one I wanted in 2020 in that awesome orange color. However, Nissan Canada was adamant on selling the manual transmission only in the most basic version. I bought a manual transmission Corolla SE instead 😄
My wife has a 17 sentra tubro with 134,000 miles good little car no problems don't no why nissan get so much hate
@@Mikeluvschelsea Almost exclusively because of CVT issues that plagued the brand for the past few generations of cars
, if you get a regular automatics/manual transmission issues are generally few and far between and really affordable.
I picked up a 2023 Sentra SR with a manual transmission. Loving it!
The sentra is my choice based on interior looks alone🙌. Had a sentra before and I loved it a good easy to maintain car that got good fuel economy. Nissan is killing the designs. If this was the SR trim it would look sleek on the outside
Sentra definitely more stylish. That big grill covered with a black metal fencing in the Corrolla is doing nothing for me.
Great review of both and i like both ,But they are two different vehicles and I'm sure their will be many that will say one is good over other. I don't know if i would chose one.Thanks for your work Deb.👌✌
I myself own a Sentra... ❤️ Good job done Nissan to give it a refresh... Interior is outclass & so is the interior space....!!!
Well this was more like a redesign and the refresh will come around 2024...
Bought a 21 Corolla SE 6 MT and it's a whole lot of grin. Not a fast car by any means, but man you get a lot for 24K.
You sound like how I felt when I bought my SE 6MT back in 2019.
@@robme3660 I do use iMT a lot. It’s awesome!
I bought the same in Blue Crush Metallic. Sure its not the fastest car but the manual really wakes up the new 2.0 and it is probably the best handling Corolla to date. The cornering assist is absolutely amazing if you push the car enough. Almost no understeer. Just needs better tires from the factory.
Great review! I was leaning Sentra SV for this interior specifically.
Such a great and entertaining review!
Corolla all the way
Just bought a '21 Corolla SE and it's pretty fun with the manual mode in the cvt.
I drive a 2020 a Corolla SE in the same color blue. I purchased it in sept 2020 and it was prior to the car shortage. After haggled I was able to get the SE for just under 20k out the door. For that price I’d take it all day over Sentra only because I feel t will last longer and it felt more solid over bumps and rough roads. CVT is fine, 42 MPG is easy to get at 75mph or under. Would get manual if not in city. I must give the Sentra the interior win by far.
Corrola definitely own 2019 with 19 456 miles been very reliable so far gas miles highway winter storm trip 38.9miles per gallon .
Thanks for review. Helpful for deciding what to get my daughter.
Sentra is an amazing value but I'd go Corolla just because the thing will probably run no matter how much its been abused or neglected.
Unless someone is going to buy a Corolla (or any car for that matter) brand new and keep it 10+ years, or buy it 10+ years old second-hand, then projected reliability shouldn't be a deciding factor at all. Never understood new car buyers who make purchases based mainly on a perceived reliability advantage, who don't keep the car long enough for reliability to even come into play (which accounts for many new car buyers).
@@Stressless2023 Perceived reliability also helps resale value. So even if you don't keep your car for long, it makes sense to buy a more reliable vehicle.
@@braetonwilson4296 Hmmm I actually could agree with that standpoint... Although unless my choices were between a new Camry and whatever the worst vehicle in the segment is for retaining resale value (a Camry versus a Malibu for example), then I still couldn't imagine wanting to put up with a lackluster vehicle simply to potentially have a couple thousand bucks extra in my pocket 5-7 years down the road when it's time to sell or trade. I guess that's a personal opinion though.
@@Stressless2023 the Nissan Sentra will probably have the worst resale value of both, even mid 2000's Nissan during the HP wars can't hold their grain against Toyota or even some GM in the used car market today.
@@tempestsquall5882 apparently you haven't seen the cost of 350/370z and infinitis, prices are through the roof
The Nissan Sentra and the Mazda 3 have the best interiors on the segment.
By coincidence, our rental car in Albuquerque was a new Nissan Sentra and we were totally surprised at how shockingly wonderful it was. This is not the same dumpy, goofy, generic econobox the previous car was. This new Sentra is fun, easy to drive and has premium looks. We've been driving it everywhere between Santa Fe and Albuquerque while on vacation, and it put a smile on your face with every twisty turn. That is the best thing you can say about car ... how good it makes you feel. What this car lacks is one thing: horsepower. But, it is still a home run for Nissan. If it had a 170 or 180 hp engine, it would be grand slam.
You can get leds on the SV trim, I believe it’s part of a lighting package but I’ve seen a couple SV’s on a dealership lot that have had that peanut butter interior and had led headlights with led turn signals
in 15 years , Sentra will be in the junkyard being sold for parts while Corolla is just being broken in and getting modified with lots accessories , engines, lights, seats , etc.
I disagree
I agree, that's why they call Nissans disposable cars with a crap CVT. Don't get that reputation without reason.
Exterior - Corolla
Interior - Sentra
Yes I agree!
The Corolla is ugly
@@Natethegreat200c Corolla looks very sexy and sleek.
Agreed!
I still prefer the Corolla 100% over the Sentra for reliability reasons, but damn Nissan definitely stepped their game up!
Thank you for this choice of comparison
Def Toyota
I think I'm in love with this Rolla' with the manual. I want one.
New Civic will be a monster but Corolla has rev match downshifting. Crazy
I love my 2003 Corolla, almost 20 years old and not a spot of rust even living in New York by the bay and with tons of snow and salted roads, also i daily drive it and theres not a warning light to be seen on the dash, minimum maintenance , brakes, oil changes, ect and even the interior still looks new. The next car i buy will be another Toyota product
I would choose the Sentra in this comparison. Mainly because of the feature content and interior. I doubt you will see a Nizmo version of the Sentra. Hot rodding a CVT transmission is not likely to happen. That being said, I do like a CVT transmission in most driving situations. If you don’t plant your foot to the floor, you can reach a middle ground where you get both a satisfying engine rev climb at the same time as the transmission is upshifting the gear ratio. It’s actually a pretty satisfying sound in that the engine is not howling as you smartly accelerate because your using midrange torque instead of high end horsepower. It’s also a lot quieter.
The new GR corolla is insane that m so excited to see you drive one
Nice thorough review, but if you compare these two cars to the jetta, which one drives smoother?
I just bought my 1st sedan! A Fusion. I traded an older Escape. Only once could I not get something in the trunk, but it did fit on the rear seat. There will be a few times I miss the SUV hauling but in daily use the trunk lid is so light and easier to deal with than a hatch. Plus sedans ride lower and feel better on the road IMO.
I completely agree Christine! Sedans are lighter with a lower center of gravity than SUVs so they're much more fun to drive! Better fuel economy, better handling, better ride quality, and just plain easier to drive and park! Plus, sedan trunks can be very spacious.
The only advantage of SUVs I can see is that very overweight or very old people can get in and out more easily.
@@piotr9246 I personally like the fact that I can see over almost everything in an suv.
Sentra is all grown up
Very good video. My pick - Sentra.
Sofyan, as you must have realized by now, the Corolla has a very dedicated hardcore fanbase. Labeling the Corolla as the loser won't be taken well. As one warlord told another "Your men may fight for you but my men will die for me." Corolla inspires fanatic loyalty.
It's a Corolla bro relax
Sad how the Sentra has a nicer interior than any current Infiniti...
Truth. I have a 2017 Infiniti and Nissan put apple car play in Nissans before Infiniti’s
That's crazy.. Nissan needs to give the Infiniti line the attention it deserves.
@@1daful True, Infiniti should be able to compete with the likes of Mercedes and Audi.
@@AUA-camChannelwithNoName currently owner of both 3.0t q50 and q60. Got it mainly for the engine. Faster than Mercedes, Audi, BMW for the segment. Subpar interior to other luxury car. But a lot more fun to drive than C300, A4 or, 3 series; not more fun than Alfa Romeo Giulia though, that thing is a blast to drive with questionable reliability.
I will NEVER buy another Nissian,last two I owned were junk, I have the Sentra now and it's been falling apart since 9k, so many problems to list, including badTransmission at 40k.
Even interior wearing very rapidly.
Agreed, Nissan makes junk
What year?
Is this even a comparison?
Jatco CVT vs. Toyota. Pick the Toyota.
Can’t keep using that sorry excuse for people who 1.) don’t care. 2.) lease. You need more. Toyota is catering to the used market only.
I'll just take the manual trans and not deal with the CVT
You can get a Nissan Sentra sr with a six speed manual in Canada.
Those zero gravity seats, you can drive from tallahassee to Tacoma easy. If only nissan can put proper transmission in their cars.
Would you recommend to go with the Corolla instead?
Hey I wanted to know which one Keith would pick. I kinda feel like he would pick the sentra secretly lol. 👍
Love your review. Great job comparing two relatively different vehicles on a balanced scale.
Can you please try and do a elantra hybrid vs corolla hybrid comparison?
It’s interesting how a lot of people are looking and Judging the interior I would choose the Corolla all day long forget the Nissan Sentra. overall the Corolla is the better car no question Nissan put all the money in the interior and cut corners all around the rest of the car. The value of these cars won’t be the same in years and I know that nissan will def be headed to the shop. The headlight and tail lights looks cheap in the nissan straight up. I won’t be fooled by the nissan
I love the design on th Corolla. The Infotainment on the Corolla wish you can adjust the screen a lil darker.
You can turn the screen off, but I haven't been able to figure out how to turn the contrast down
Sentra looks beautiful inside and out as far as I've been testing compact cars
I'm impressed that you got thru this review without even mentioning BMW and Audi 🤣
I own a 2021 Nissan Sentra SR & I love it. It's Monarch Orange Metallic & Super Black.
The camera on the windshield twitches as light and shadow switch super fast while driving. It would be great if you could make small adjustments to this camera
he said he's working on upgrading his equipment
Nissan for me, Nissan user here since 1993. Thank you!
No one who is an actual enthusiast buys either one of these cars…..every review you do centers around the sportiness of a car/vehicle. Some people just want a comfortable commuter car/suv.
I really love my nissan sentra but will never buy a nissan in my life or at least for a while.
They used to be really reliable and all my family loves nissan, we were all surprised by the transmission issues. It caused mistrust.
Sofyan is over obsessed with performance and power... and I can’t stress the over obsessed enough
I agree. It’s caused me to stop watching certain reviews from him now about certain cars because I already know he’s either going to complain about the lack of power or obsess over how good a car is because it’s fast. I don’t even watch most of his reviews anymore unless it’s just a must watch brand new car on the market. I’m glad someone else noticed this over obsession too!
@@vannag2162 also how solid a door thunk is. Like that even matters. As long as the door closes that’s all that matters lol
@@naveenthemachine yeah especially in this class of vehicle. He really struggles sometimes with maintaining realistic expectations for certain classes of vehicles.
@@vannag2162 ikr. If one car is exciting then he expects cheaper brands to do the same thing for less without realizing the true mission of brands
@@naveenthemachine exactly! I couldn’t agree more
Very Nice!
Wow the interior of the sentra looks amazing. Just because of it the sentra seems like it would be a more enjoyable ride
Without watching the video, it’s automatically Corolla
@@EpicDrew15 i just hate nissans in general so
Nothing beats a Corolla. I love my Corolla! 👍🏼👍🏼
Canadians have a stick shift 6speed Sentra base or SR version with the heated steering wheel... I did test it and it's quite a ride :)
Nissan Sentra is amazing!!
@hon solo well that's a good observation thank you for your opinion.
Sentra and Mazda 3 are the only ones in the compact car class to offer a 360 camera
Hyundai Elantra has it
@@adilsagadiyev5090 the current gen doesn’t in North America
@@f181234 it does in canada
Why someone would want that in a compact car is beyond me.
Had surround on my Juke. Wait til rain drops get on those 4 lenses. Back to blurry man.
Did the Corolla actually ditch the torsion beam suspension for independent rear end suspension?
I googled the Sentra i can't find one this nice where did you find this sentra?
Both are excelent cars.
We see more sentras and verses in the shop with bad cvts than any other cars. At least toyota cvts we haven't seen issues yet
Is that the last-gen models or the new generations of both?
@@dedreandixon4620 Both gens most likely. Do yourself a favor and stay away from any Nissan CVT. If you're buying a CVT, get one from Toyota or Honda.
@@kevinnorris6558 Scotty Kilmer approves
@@kevinnorris6558 I'm not buying anything with a CVT. I drive a manual.
I'm just asking in general because their new cars seem greatly improved and I'm hoping for their sake they have worked out the CVT kinks. I don't think it should automatically be assumed that the newer ones will have the same amount of problems if any. If that's the case everyone should still be ragging on Honda transmissions since they went through a period of issues with their automatic transmissions. Seems people forget things can actually change.
@@fardeenr.168 That guy is a hack and if he's a master of anything it's click-baiting.
Wouldn't get either of them if I was looking for a sedan but if in a horrible world. I'd pic the sentra because of the styling and that interior your demo has
Do Nissan still offer the sl trim n the Sentra that fully load
Which car will last the longest if maintained properly? I'll take the Corolla all day and night! The engine is bullet proof.
Bro Nissan is like 323% better then Toyota..
@@wmrra1123 In your dreams brewster
I'll go with the sentra
It's nice looking
I’m buying a 2022 Sentra sr from Canada and having it imported to the states. Nissan Canada offers the Sentra with a 6 speed manual. Currently own a 2018 Sentra SV. No issues whatsoever.
At 11:30 I want to say that I personally prefer the Nissans button feature, because I can press it once and it will open the drivers door, when I press it twice it will open all of the cars doors. Which Toyota does not. With Toyota you have to use the key fob to unlock all of the doors at once, unless you use the interior buttons after opening your drivers door and having your passengers wait on you while you do that.
Unless you’re leasing and plan on giving it back in 24 months, you’ve got to consider the company, which makes the choice very easy.
True
The Corolla looks nothing like the Camry or Avalon. The Sentra looks like a mini Altima and Maxima. So look wise I would pick the Corolla. For reliability, I would still pick the Toyota. Nissan is just done!
I'll never buy another Nissa in my life. Looks good and feels good at first but it's completely garbage. It feels like you've been scammed.
I test drove the Sentra, Corolla, and Elantra. I’ve got a very bad back, so the premium Sentra was a easy sell.
Is the Black top available in the This trim on the Sentra?
I know this segment is under pressure, but the streets of my city (Vancouver, Canada) are crowded with Corollas, Sentras, Civics, and their VW, KIA, Hyundai, and Chevy peers. Making these cars still seems to be a very healthy way to make money. They're practical vehicles that get you from point A to point B. The alternative for many is the fairly robust mass transit system.
I actually prefer cloth seats to leather. I hate leather furniture. But I'm weird. I also would choose any model with a manual transmission over any of the automatics.
I wish you'd had a Civic and Mazda 3 here to compare all four major Japanese small commuter cars at once.
I'd prefer vinyl to cloth seats for the simple reason of any accidental liquid spills not being quickly absorbed into the seat cushions.
I agree with everything you said. I prefer cloth as well. My Miata has cloth and it’s excellent. Super hot if you have heated seats during the winter and nice and cool during the warmer months.
the fist time i saw in person ,that gen of sentra, i thought it was an altima
Not a bad thing those Altimas are pretty sweet too. : )
Sofyan...am I able to get the Sentra SV interior in a black or dark gray leather?
I don't want a crossover. Glad some companies are staying in the segment. I'd take the Corolla too.
I love em both.But id get the Toyota. Nissan transmissions scare the hell out of me.
Definitely rolling with the corolla on this
Planning to get this car, would it be fine in alberta weather? Without AWD and low ground clearance?
This is a cool car to drive. I wish in Germany we would have this options.
Both great cars honestly
Just spent a week in a brand new Sentra with 700 miles on the ODO in Florida. It had a nice ride, and handled pretty well, but the engine felt weak, and the road noise on the highway was deafening. It felt like a design from 15 years ago. PS: a CVT like this is why people hate CVTs. PS: the interior on the base level does not look like the example in this vid, nor does the entry-level touch screen which was much smaller, not a glass front, but cheap plastic, and nowhere near as bright and clear. It's nice there was a touch screen and connectivity at all, but it looked like a cheap Kindle from five years ago and there was only ONE USB port and nothing else in the entire car. Not sold on Nissan's value for the money.
I think it's safe to say the Sentras merits lie in the SV trim and above. The base is low rent. But it improves drastically for not much more money.
@@dedreandixon4620 It doesn't improve the power or the transmission. You're paying a lot more for a few more fancy luxuries. Nissan's value doesn't equate. At least in the Toyota, you're getting a bigger engine and an enhanced CVT. Even the Hyundai Elantra is better proposition than this.
@@fp5495 You're forgetting that 75% of buyers in this class will never depress the accelerator more than 50%. Until they decide to make a NISMO, this car is not targeted at enthusiasts. Everyone's perception of value is different, and it seems yours (and my own lol) places a large factor on the power available. But, at less than $26k loaded and very nice interior for the class, the Sentra definitely has a value proposition.
@@dedreandixon4620 I would agree that there is a generation out there that may never know the difference because it's their first experience with a car, but it's not about enthusiasm, it's about effortless operation; a sense of positive motion without frustration. You couldn't get away with light throttle in the Sentra, it's that incredibly slow off the line. I had to mash the pedal to the floor and redline it in order to get the transmission to simulate gear changes, and even then they were mushy weak transitions. If not provoked like that, the CVT just hung out in one droning speed like CVTs of yore. I mean, Nissan was probably the first company that made CVTs mainstream, they had the most experience in their products and yet, the rest of the industry who utilizes CVTs seems to have beat them at their own game. I've driven a Corolla with a CVT up the entire California coast, and I never felt wanting for better forward motion. For an economy car, it satisfied the general sense of speed in its category. And that wasn't even at sea level like I was in Florida no less.
I have a 2009 Corolla and I love it
The corolla info lcd looks realy good to me.