2020 Nissan Sentra

Bold, Sporty Design The Sentra SR brings a more aggressive, athletic look to the compact-sedan world. It rides on 18-inch alloy wheels and features dark-chrome exterior accents, a rear spoiler, and a sporty body kit. MotorTrend +2 CarsDirect +2 Its front is dominated by Nissans large V-Motion grille, giving it a more assertive presence reminiscent of Nissans larger sedans. Motor1.com Inside, the sport theme continues with cloth or leatherette seats accented by orange contrast stitching, and a leather-wrapped shift knob. CarsDirect +2 Auto Trends Magazine +2 Nissans design also leans into a floating roof effect, especially on two-tone color schemes (like Monarch Orange/Black), which adds flair and visual appeal. Auto Trends Magazine Performance Efficiency Under the hood, the 2020 SR uses a 2.0-liter inline-4 engine producing 149 hp and 146 lb-ft of torque. Car and Driver +2 MotorTrend +2 Its paired with a CVT (continuously variable transmission), tuned for smoothness. MotorTrend Fuel economy is solid for a sporty trim: around 28 mpg city / 37 mpg highway / 32 mpg combined. Car and Driver Driving-wise, its not a track beast Motor1 notes that while its power is modest compared to hot hatchbacks, it feels composed and well-mannered. Motor1.com Interior Technology Nissan went big on interior upgrades for 2020. The SRs cabin feels premium: soft-touch surfaces, a flat-bottom steering wheel, and a dashboard layout thats both modern and sporty. Motor1.com The Sentra SR offers Zero Gravity-inspired front seats, designed for longer drives with better support. J.D. Power Tech-wise, depending on options, you can get an 8-inch touchscreen, standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (on other trims), plus Nissans full Safety Shield 360 suite (automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, etc.). Carousel Nissan +1 On higher-end SR models (with the Premium Package), theres even an 8-speaker Bose audio system, a surround-view camera, heated seats, and a heated steering wheel. Auto Trends Magazine +2 CarsDirect +2 Safety Handling Safety is a strong point: the SR comes with Nissans Intelligent Mobility tech, including standard driver-assist features. Nissan USA The ride quality is decent: the SRs suspension feels stable and confident, and the independent rear suspension adds a bit more composure than older-generation Sentras. Nissan USA That said, some reviewers (like on Motor1) mention that the CVT can feel strained when pushing hard, so dont expect sports-car-level punch. Motor1.com Why Its Exciting Sporty Styling Without Sacrificing Practicality: You get aggressive looks, contrast stitching, and a spoiler but youre still in a compact, efficient sedan. Well-Rounded Tech: Modern safety tech, a good infotainment screen, and available premium audio make it feel more upscale than your typical commuter. Efficient Yet Peppy Enough: While it's not a performance monster, the 2.0L engine hits a sweet spot for daily driving, offering decent power and very good fuel economy.