Options for the new 2013 Sentra, depending on trim level, include leather upholstery, heated front seats, Bose premium audio system, reversing camera, power sunroof, and NissanConnect with Navigation. A set of 4-wheel-disc brakes is also available.

The Nissan Sentra is one of the least reliable cars you can buy from 2013 with widespread transmission failures. Buyers should avoid models from 2011–2017 and go with something from 2018 or newer.

On its fifth generation, the 2000 model launch marked the time when the Sentra was formally designated as a compact car. It's also known for its spirited powertrain, decent handling, and a well-designed cabin.

Redesigned for 2013, the Nissan is noisy and underwhelming to drive. Sentra's best quality is that it has one of the roomiest rear seats in the class. Another plus was the availability of some attractive options for not a lot of money, which should make it quite attractive on the used car market.

Yes, the 2023 Sentra is a good car. It has a roomy and well-built cabin, lots of standard features like Apple CarPlay and blind-spot monitoring, and it returns decent fuel economy.

Not best-in-class, but not bad, either. Starting at less than $21,000 including $1,025 in destination fees, the entry-level Sentra S is a good value, especially when you consider all the safety features it comes with.

four-cylinder engine All 2013 Sentra models have a 1.8-liter, four-cylinder engine that makes 130 horsepower. A six-speed manual transmission is standard, and a continuously variable transmission (CVT) is optional.

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety gave the 2023 Nissan Sentra the highest rating of Good in the six original crash tests and the second-highest rating of Acceptable in the updated side crash test.

The Sentra name was created for Nissan by Ira Bachrach of NameLab, and Bachrach describes the origin as "Nissan wanted consumers to understand that it was quite safe even though it was small. The word Sentra sounds like central as well as sentry, which evokes images of safety."

The Nissan Sentra is a series of automobiles manufactured by the Japanese automaker Nissan since 1982.

When comparing Nissan vs Toyota's reliability, Toyota was ranked by Consumer Reports as the second most reliable out of all car brands for 2021. Nissan ranked a lot lower in sixteenth place. Toyota's are known to be very reliable, lasting their owners decades with few significant problems.

Yes, the 2023 Sentra is a good car. It has a roomy and well-built cabin, lots of standard features like Apple CarPlay and blind-spot monitoring, and it returns decent fuel economy. It's comfortable to drive and reasonably sporty as well, though engine acceleration is adequate at best.