“The SE's firmer suspension tuning provides sportier handling [than XE and GXE trim levels] with a slight loss of ride comfort.” — Consumer Guide
“Throws [of the five-speed manual transmission] are somewhat long and slightly rubbery.” — Edmunds.com
“The Sentra feels bigger and more grownup than a Honda Civic, and it feels more hunkered down and less top-heavy than a Ford Focus ZTS.” — New Car Test Drive
“[The SE-R] is just plain fun to drive...a sporty car you can deal with every day.” — Road & Track
“Environmentally conscious people will love the [California-only] Sentra CA...touted as the cleanest gasoline-powered vehicle in the world.” — Automobile
“The Nissan Sentra is now a less-expensive competitor for Volkswagen's hot-selling Jetta. And that's quite a compliment.” — New Car Test Drive
“'And I will call it...Mini Maxima!'” — Edmunds.com
“Rather plain inside and out” — Consumer Guide
“Welcome to the softer side of Nissan...the Buick of the little cars.” — Car and Driver
“The 'overstuffed' interior crowds rear passengers more than you'd expect.” — Car and Driver
“Nissan's Sentra is a willing sedan with a smoothness that leaves you feeling it's worth more than its price.” — New Car Test Drive
