Nissan Sentra
| Nissan Sentra | |
|---|---|
Nissan Sentra (B17)
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Nissan |
| Also called | Nissan Sunny (1982–2006) Nissan Sylphy (2013–present) Nissan Tsuru (1992–present) Nissan Pulsar (2013–present) |
| Production | 1982–present |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Subcompact car (1982–1999) Compact car (1999–present) |
The Nissan Sentra is a car produced by Nissan since 1982. Originally subcompact in classification, for model year2000 it was reclassified as a compact car, becoming mid-size for 2007. Until 2006, Sentra was a rebadged export version of the Japanese Nissan Sunny, but since the 2013 model year, Sentra is a rebadged export version of theNissan Sylphy. The Sentra nameplate is not used in Japan. Many other countries in South America sell their versions of the Sunny as the Sentra. In Mexico, the first three generations of the Sentra were known as the Nissan Tsuru(Japanese for crane), and the B13 model is still sold under that name, alongside the updated models badged as Sentra.
In North America, the Sentra currently serves as Nissan's compact car, despite being rated as mid-size due to its interior volume since the 2007 model year. While previous Sentras were subcompacts, the Sentra has grown over the years, with the Nissan Versa having replaced the Sentra in the entry-level area, and the Sentra has now is now rated as a mid-size car due to its interior volume.
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."[1]
B11 (1982–1986)
| First generation (B11) | |
|---|---|
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| Overview | |
| Also called | Nissan Tsuru |
| Production | 1982–1986 |
| Assembly | Japan: Zama, Kanagawa[2] United States: Smyrna, Tennessee[2] Mexico: Cuernavaca, Morelos |
| Body and chassis | |
| Body style | 2-door sedan 3-door hatchback 4-door sedan 5-door station wagon |
| Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 1.5 L E15 I4 (gasoline) 1.6 L E16 I4 (gasoline) 1.7 L CD17 I4 (diesel) |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual 5-speed manual 3-speed automatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 94.5 in (2,400 mm) |
| Length | 167.3 in (4,249 mm) 172.2 in (4,374 mm) (wagon) |
| Width | 63.7 in (1,618 mm) |
| Height | 54.5 in (1,384 mm) 53.5 in (1,359 mm) (wagon) |
The first generation of the Nissan Sentra was introduced in the United States in May 1982 as a direct replacement for the Datsun 210.[3] Initially the model was imported from Japan, where it was produced at Zama plant.[2] Available in four body styles (two-door sedan, four-door sedan, five-door wagon and three-door hatchback coupe), it was the second car to be marketed in the United States under the nameplate of Nissan and using a model name instead of a number. The first one was the Nissan Stanza, introduced in the 1981 New York Auto Show as a 1982 model. While previous Sunny models had used a front-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout, the B11 Sentra was the first to use a front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout. Engine choice was the 67 hp (50 kW) (E15) 1.5 L four-cylinder SOHC,[4] replacing the old A-Series OHV. This featured semi-hemispherical combustion chambers, high-swirl intake ports and a semi-dual exhaust manifold to provide strong torque at low and medium rpm ranges. Torque peak was 85 lb·ft (115 N·m) at 3,200 rpm. Transmission options were a four-speed manual, 5-speed manual or a three-speed automatic with lock-up torque converter. Drag coefficient was 0.39 for the coupe and 0.40 for two- and four-door sedans.[4]
At the time of its release, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) gave the Sentra MPG the highest gasoline mileage among gasoline powered cars sold at that time, 43 miles per gallon in city and 58 miles per gallon in highway, a combined 48 miles per gallon.[5] Curb weight of only 1,875 pounds helped it to achieve that number. The Sentra MPG was a special configuration that featured a three-way exhaust catalyst and an electronically controlled fuel metering unit to monitor the air-fuel mixture automatically and make adjustments to boost fuel mileage.[6]
Trim levels were standard, Deluxe and XE, while price range were between US$4,949 for the base two-door sedan up to US$6,899 for the two-door XE hatchback coupe. Standard equipment on all models were four-wheel independent suspension, front disc brakes and rear drums, rack and pinion steering, maintenance free battery, rear ashtray and bucket seats. Deluxe models added halogen headlamps, remote-locking gas filler door, carpeted trunk and rear wiper-washer on the wagon. Deluxe and XE offered tinted glass, trip odometer, vanity mirror, dual remote mirrors and door trim. XE offered cut pile carpeting, analogue quartz clock, remote rear window opener, low-fuel warning light, AM-FM Clarion stereo radio, power steering, tachometer and 155/13 whitewall radial tires.[5] Sunroof was available as an option.
The Sentra quickly became a success, partly due to the appeal of low fuel consumption. In its first year of sales, it was already the best-selling import in the U.S. and the fourth best-selling passenger car overall, with 191,312 units sold.[7] The Sentra ended the 1983 year as the eighth-most sold passenger car, with 209,889 units.[8]
The 1983 model-year introduced a 1.7 L CD17 I4 diesel engine, mated with a four-speed manual transmission. Also, the 1.5 L was replaced by a 69 hp (51 kW) 1.6 L E16 as the standard engine, available with a five-speed manual or three-speed automatic. Later that year the Sentra also received an electronically controlled carburetor.[9]
In April 1985, Nissan started production of the Sentra in the Smyrna, Tennessee plant, after a US$85 million investment.[2] The 1985 model-year received minor exterior changes: aerodynamically styled headlamps, a new grille and blackwall tires replaced the old whitewall tires. A sporty SE option was introduced. The SE was only available in the two-door hatchback model and included alloy wheels, black lower body paint and black out grille. Also, automatic transmission was optional on all Sentras except two-door base sedan, MPG Diesel and SE coupe. Prices were starting at US$5,499.[10] Diesel engine was discontinued in the U.S. market. Consumer Reports magazine ranked the B11 reliability as "better than average" in 1985.[11]
Regarding the safety of the B11 model, it was ranked the seventh safest car in a rank made by the Center for Auto Safety in 1983, which examined the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) testing, consisting of frontal crashes at 35 miles per hour.[12]
In Mexico it was called the Datsun/Nissan Tsuru. Some, by now rare, early models still had the Datsun badge but it was soon replaced by the Nissan badge. Also, the three-door hatchback was known as the Nissan Samurai and it was offered with a performance package called "Ninja" which included a low boost Turbo and Ninja stickers on the low side of the doors.[citation needed]
The B11 was sold in the United Kingdom as the Nissan Sunny in 1.3 DX, 1.3 GL, 1.5 DX, 1.5 GL, 1.5 GL Auto, 1.5 SGL and 1.5 SGL Spirit variants.[citation needed] Astation wagon version was also offered.
B12 (1985–1990)
| Second generation | |
|---|---|
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| Overview | |
| Also called | Nissan Tsuru II and Nissan Sunny |
| Production | 1985–1990 |
| Assembly | Smyrna, Tennessee Cuernavaca, Morelos, México Oppama Plant, Yokosuka, Kanagawa, Japan Santa Rosa, Laguna, Philippines |
| Body and chassis | |
| Body style | 2-door coupe 3-door hatchback 4-door sedan 5-door station wagon 2-door sport coupe |
| Layout | Front engine, front-wheel drive /four-wheel drive |
| Platform | Nissan B platform |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 1.4 L GA14DE I4 1.6 L (96.7 cid) E16(s) I4 1.6 L (96.7 cid) E16(i) I4 1.6 L (96.7 cid) GA16(i) I4 1.6L CA16DE 1.7 L (102.7 cid) CD17(i) I4 1.8L (110.4 cid) CA18DE I4 |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual 5-speed manual 3-speed automatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 95.7 in (2,431 mm) |
| Length | 168.7 in (4,285 mm) (sedan) 166.5 in (4,229 mm) (coupe) 162.4 in (4,125 mm) (hatchback) 172.2 in (4,374 mm) (wagon) |
| Width | 64.6 in (1,641 mm) (coupe, sedan, wagon & hatchback) 65.6 in (1,666 mm) (sport coupe) |
| Height | 54.3 in (1,379 mm) (coupe, sedan & wagon) 52.2 in (1,326 mm) (sport coupe) 55.3 in (1,405 mm) (hatchback) 54.9 in (1,394 mm) (4WD wagon) |
This generation carried on the multitude of body styles that the B11 had, including a station wagon, two-door or four-door sedan, three-door hatchback and the hatchback-bodied Sport Coupé. The B12 chassis was first produced and marketed in 1985 in most parts of the world; however, it was not offered to the United States until 1986. For the 1987 model, all Sentras came standard with the E16s with 69 hp (51 kW) (excepting the Sport Coupé and four-wheel-drive wagon, which came with throttle-body-injected E16i engines) and a five-speed manual transmission. In 1988, all Sentras had the 70 hp (52 kW) E16i, which was offered for this year with throttle body injection (TBI). In many parts of the world the E-series soldiered on in the B12 chassis with some getting the multi-point fuel injection E16E engine. Diesel engines were also offered in some models, but were rare and only available in North American 1987 models and in certain other parts of the world. From 1989 to 1990, the only engine choice was the 90 hp (67 kW) GA16i, a 12-valve SOHC predecessor of the GA16DE. Transaxles offered were the 4- and 5-speed manuals (RN4F31A and RS5F31A, respectively) and a 3-speed automatic with torque converter lockup (RL3F01A).
The B12 carried over a radically modified 4-wheel independent suspension from the B11, with 4-wheel disc brakes an option in some parts of the world. This was the start of the model classes which were standard through the 2003 model year (not all classes were available every year) having the E as the base-level economy car, the XE as the next-up model, the GXE as the top level for the 4-door sedan, the sporty SE coupe, and the SE-R (Not available in the US market) as the top of the line performance model. The GXE (available from 1987 to 2003) had a body colored bumper, aero side mirrors with manual remote control, tachometer as well as standard 13" 175/70R13 alloy wheels along with air-conditioning, variable intermittent wipers, but no standard cassette deck nor any power windows/locks/mirrors. The SE also had dual mirrors, air conditioning, tachometer, and power door locks andwindows in some markets and possibly electronic fuel injection.
The B12 chassis would be the last chassis to offer a station wagon model, which was marketed as the "California" in some Asian markets. Even more rare are the four-wheel drive versions of the station wagon, offered as an option in 1987, 1988 and 1989 model years. These models featured an electrically activated single-range transfer case to drive the independently suspended rear wheels, making the car a selectable four-wheel-drive (not all-wheel-drive) vehicle.
1989 saw a subtle change in the body style of the Sentra coupe and sedan, as new larger, more rounded front corner lights were introduced to the front fenders and redesigned taillights were added to the rear fascia (station wagon retained same rear lights). The Nissan logo on the front grille was relocated from the right hand side to the center. In 1990, electrically retracted front shoulder belts were added, as well as 3-point harnesses for the rear passengers, excluding the center rear passenger.
The Sport Coupe was a sportier style of the Sentra. It shared none of the body components with the standard model. It was only available with the E16i or GA16i. All Sport Coupes had dual sway bars, dual remote-adjust mirrors, and a tachometer instrument cluster. The SE model added features like air conditioning and rear speakers. All B12 Sentras used the same wiring harness, regardless of options installed on any particular vehicle.
B12s are known for reliability and excellent fuel economy, and are considered by enthusiasts to be good low budget project cars due to interchangeability of parts between generations and with other Nissan models.
In Canada, the B12 four-door sedan remained available through the 1993 model year. Essentially a rebadged Nissan Tsuru II built in Mexico, it was called Sentra Classic to distinguish it from the B13 model released for 1991. It replaced the Nissan Micra 3/5-door hatchbacks which were discontinued that time as a price-leader model. All 1991–93 "Classic" models came with the 70 hp (52 kW) E16i and the choice of two transmissions, a 5-speed manual or 3-speed automatic.
In the Philippines, it was initially offered in three trims namely the 1.7 DX (diesel), 1.3 SLX and the 1.5 SGX, the wagon version was also available in the 1.5 SGX trim and was called the Nissan California. In mid 1989, the Sentra model line was freshened up and the engines were upgraded to 1.4- (LX) and 1.6-liter. The 1.6 SGX gained power steering, windows, door locks and side mirrors, a first in its class. The second-generation B12 also had a diesel variant which had the 1.7 CD17 engine. The second wagon version (known as Nissan California 1.6 SGX) also had all power features.
B13 (1990–1994)
| Third generation | |
|---|---|
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| Overview | |
| Also called | Nissan Sunny (B13) Nissan Tsuru (Mexico) Nissan V16 (Mexico, South America) Nissan Sentra Genesis (Indonesia) |
| Production | August 1990 – October 1994[13] 1992—present (Mexico) |
| Assembly | Smyrna, Tennessee Cuernavaca, Morelos, México Oppama Plant, Yokosuka, Kanagawa, Japan Santa Rosa, Laguna, Philippines Jakarta, Indonesia |
| Body and chassis | |
| Body style | 2-door coupe/4-door sedan |
| Layout | FF layout |
| Platform | Nissan B platform |
| Related | Nissan Sunny Nissan Presea Nissan NX |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 1.4 L GA14DE I4 1.6 L E16 I4 1.6 L GA16DE I4 2.0 L SR20DE I4 |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual 4-speed automatic 4-speed manual 3-speed automatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 95.7 in (2,431 mm) Tsuru: 2,430 mm (95.7 in) |
| Length | 170.3 in (4,326 mm) Tsuru: 4,325 mm (170.3 in) |
| Width | 65.7 in (1,669 mm) (1993–94) 65.6 in (1,666 mm) (1991–92) 53.9 in (1,369 mm) (coupe & 1991–92 sedan) 54.1 in (1,374 mm) (1993–94 sedan) Tsuru: 1,650 mm (65.0 in) |
| Height | 53.0 in (1,346 mm) Tsuru: 1,381 mm (54.4 in) |
| Curb weight | 2 door: 2,266 lb (1,028 kg) 4 door: 2,288 lb (1,038 kg) |
The sedan came standard with the fuel-injected 110 hp (82 kW) and 108 pound-feet (146 N·m) 1.6-liter 16-valve 4-cylinder GA16DE engine. It came in the base model, E, XE, SE, and GXE. The GXE came with power package such as power windows/locks/mirrors while the XE, SE, SE-R came with standard or optional sunroof and alloy wheels. Four-door models came with front motorized shoulder seatbelts. The short-lived three-door hatchback of the B12 Sentra was not replaced in this generation, and the sporting coupé version was replaced by the ovoid Nissan NX.
For the 1992 model year (August 1991 – July 1992 production), a passenger's side vanity mirror and black body-side moldings became standard on the Sentra 2-door. The Value Option Package (air conditioning, cruise control, and a stereo system) was extended to SE models. The optional three-speed automatic in the E coupe was dropped and gained an optional 4-speed automatic, shared with other models.[14]
Facelift
From August 1992 production, the B13 received a facelift for the 1993 model year. All Sentras received interior updates, new front and rear fascias. A driver's airbag was also made standard on the GXE and optional on the rest of the range for 1993. An XE Limited model was added for both the coupe and sedan.
For 1994 models (August 1993 production), a CFC-free refrigerant became standard on models equipped with air conditioning. XE models got more standard equipment that included air conditioning, cruise control and a stereo cassette player. The XE Limited was dropped for 1994. In May 1994, a 1994.5 "Limited" model was released as a placeholder for a delayed replacement, due in early 1995.[15][16]
B14 (1995–1999)
| Fourth generation | |
|---|---|
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| Overview | |
| Also called | Nissan Sunny (B14) Nissan Lucino/200SX Nissan Presea |
| Production | November 1994 – December 1999 |
| Assembly | Oppama Plant, Yokosuka, Kanagawa, Japan Smyrna, Tennessee Aguascalientes, Mexico Santa Rosa, Laguna, Philippines Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia[18] |
| Designer | Jerry Hirschberg (1992) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Body style | 4-door sedan |
| Layout | FF layout |
| Platform | Nissan B platform |
| Related | Nissan 200SX Nissan Sunny (B14) Nissan Presea (R11) |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 1.6 L GA16DE I4 2.0 L SR20DE I4 |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual 4-speed automatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 99.8 in (2,535 mm) |
| Length | 1995–96: 170.1 in (4,321 mm) 1997–99: 171.0 in (4,343 mm) |
| Width | 66.6 in (1,692 mm) |
| Height | 54.5 in (1,384 mm) |
Introduced on January 5, 1995,[19] the Sentra changed from an independent rear suspension to a torsion beam setup. Some variants were not equipped with a rear swaybar or rear disc brakes. Many of these vehicles equipped with the 1.6-liter DOHC engine that had Nissan's Variable Intake Valve Timing Control System (NVTCS) and standard 5-speed manual transmission can achieve upwards of 30–40 MPG depending on conditions. This generation is also the first generation in Mexico wearing the Sentra name. It is also the first Sentra generation exclusively sold in sedan form, as the coupe was dropped in favour of the Nissan 200SX reintroduction. The revived 200SX also replaced the related Nissan NX.
All engines in the B14 line up came with timing chains, designed to last the vehicle's lifetime.
The B14 sentra platform was offered several trims, Base, XE, GXE, GLE, SE and SE Limited. Base and XE come with 13-inch steel wheels with hubcaps, GXE prior to 1998 also included 13-inch wheels. The only difference between trims is the GXE and up come with rear seat trunk access, rear headrests, a grip-assist handle on the passenger side, additional fabric on doors and seats as opposed to vinyl, power windows, locks, mirrors, etc. The GLE, SE, and Special Edition include in some instances leather, rear spoiler and moonroof, and keyless entry packages. All trims except the SE and SE-R have the GA16DE 1.6 L engine producing 115 hp (86 kW) and 108 pound-feet (146 N·m). The SE and SE-R received the SR20DE 2.0L engine with 140 hp (104 kW). The 200SX SE-R came with leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob and even Limited-Slip-Differential until 1997.
Engines
- GA16DE: 1.6 (1,597 cc) DOHC with a 6,900 rpm redline and 115 hp (86 kW) at 6,000 rpm, 108 lb.ft at 4,000 rpm, available in 5-speed manual/4-speed automatic; 30/40mpg 5sp. man., 28/37 4sp. auto. Acceleration 0–60 mph in 8.5 seconds for a 95 GXE M/T (Car and Driver 6/95).
- SR20DE: 2.0 (1,998 cc) DOHC with a 7,300 rpm redline and 140 hp (100 kW) at 6,400 rpm, 132 lb.ft at 4,800 rpm in SE and 200SX SE-R; 23/31mpg 5-speed manual, 23/30 4-speed automatic, 0–60 mph in 8.1 seconds.
B15 (2000–2006)
| Fifth generation | |
|---|---|
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| Overview | |
| Production | November 1999 – August 2006[20] |
| Model years | 2000–2006 |
| Assembly | Oppama Plant, Yokosuka, Kanagawa, Japan Aguascalientes, Mexico |
| Body and chassis | |
| Body style | 4-door sedan |
| Layout | FF layout |
| Platform | Nissan MS platform[21] |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 1.8 L QG18DE I4 (126 hp) 2.0 L SR20DE I4 (145 hp) (2000–2001) 2.5 L QR25DE I4 (165,175 hp) |
| Transmission | 5-speed RS5F51A manual (2.5L) 5-speed RS5F70A manual (1.8L, 2.0L) 6-speed RS6F51H manual 4-speed RE4F03B automatic (1.8L, 2.0L) 4-speed RE4F04B automatic (2.5L) |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 99.8 in (2,535 mm) |
| Length | 177.5 in (4,508 mm) |
| Width | 67.3 in (1,709 mm) |
| Height | 55.5 in (1,410 mm) |
| Curb weight | 2,513 lb (1,140 kg) |
The Sentra finally crossed over into the "compact" class when the redesigned model launched in February 2000 as a 2000 model. When new, this redesign was considered a substantial upgrade, compared to the "cheap" economy car it replaced. Previously, the compact class had been occupied by the Altima, which moved to the mid-size class in 2001, and its wheelbase remained unchanged from the previous generation. Also to be noted is that while earlier Sentras were very similar to their Japan-market B-series Nissan Sunny twins, the B15 Sentra diverged greatly from the B15 Sunny (Nissan Super Sunny). Production shifted from Smyrna, Tennessee to Aguascalientes, Mexico, and the Smyrna production line was retooled to build the Nissan Xterra. The 2000–2001 Sentra SE with the SR20DERoller rocker motor, which has 145 hp (108 kW) and 136 lb·ft (184 N·m) of torque, occupied the top of the line Sentra until the SE-R returned for model year 2002. The 1.6 L GA16DE engine was dropped in favor of the 1.8 L QG18DE, rated at 126 hp (94 kW) and 129 pound-feet (175 N·m). In Brazil, this engine generated 113 hp (84 kW) at 5,600 rpm and 114 lb·ft (155 N·m) at 4,400 rpm.[22] Numerous upgrades were made over the previous generation. The new model featured a new interior with higher quality plastics and more comfortable seats. The exterior was also substantially updated and now featured body-side moldings and clear headlights. The curb weight on the QG18DE-engined Sentra is 2,513 lb (1,140 kg). With the introduction of the B15 in year 2000, Nissan also introduced a CA 'Clean Air' trim only available in California. The CA trim boasts a double walled exhaust, 3 catalytic converters, quick catalyst warm up, and a radiator that has a special coating which actually changes ground level ozone (smog) into oxygen. The Sentra CA model is the only gasoline-fueled vehicle in the world to receive California Air Resources Board (CARB) super ultra low emission vehicle (SULEV) certification and obtain zero emission credits.[23]
In markets where the B15 Sentra or Sunny was not sold, Nissan usually sold a similar car called the Nissan Bluebird Sylphy (G10/N16) in Japan but under other names elsewhere. In Europe, the Bluebird Sylphy was known as theNissan Almera (N16) and Australia and New Zealand as the Nissan Pulsar (N16). The G10/N16 is constructed on the same platform as the B15 and features the same interior and engines.
Engines
The 2000–2006 2.0 L and 1.8 L automatics use the RE4F03B transmission. The 2.5 litre 2.5S and SE-R automatics use the RE4F04B transmission. The 2004–2006 SE-R Spec V's horsepower were rated at 175 hp (130 kW) at 6,000 rpm and 180 lb·ft (244 N·m) of torque at 4,500 rpm.[24][25]
B16 (2007–2012)
| Sixth generation | |
|---|---|
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| Overview | |
| Also called | Nissan Sentra 200 Nissan SE |
| Production | 2006–2012 |
| Model years | 2007–2012 |
| Assembly | Oppama Plant, Yokosuka, Kanagawa, Japan Aguascalientes, Mexico Santa Rosa City, Laguna,Philippines |
| Body and chassis | |
| Body style | 4-door sedan |
| Layout | FF layout |
| Platform | Nissan C platform [26] |
| Related | Nissan X-Trail Nissan Rogue Nissan Qashqai Renault Mégane Nissan Bluebird Sylphy (G11) |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 2.0 L MR20DE I4 2.5 L QR25DE I4 |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual CVT |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 105.7 in (2,685 mm) |
| Length | 179.8 in (4,567 mm) SE-R/Spec V: 180.1 in (4,575 mm) |
| Width | 70.5 in (1,791 mm) |
| Height | 59.5 in (1,511 mm) SE-R Spec V: 59.1 in (1,501 mm) |
Nissan introduced the sixth generation Sentra at the 2006 North American International Auto Show in January.[26]Classified as a mid-size sedan by the EPA thanks to its interior passenger and cargo volume of 110 cubic feet[27] (as the EPA considers "mid" or "intermediate" size a car with interior passenger and cargo volume between 110 to 119 cubic feet),[28] the Sentra is bigger in every dimension than the B15 model, being 65 mm (2.3 in.) longer, 91 mm (3.2 in.) wider, and 113 mm (4.0 in.) taller. The wheelbase is also 167 mm (5.9 in.) longer than the previous model.[29]The sixth generation also marked a change in Nissan's North American lineup, with the Nissan Versa becoming brand's entry-level model.[30] This generation is based on the C platform architecture that also underpins the first-generation Nissan Rogue, Nissan Qashqai and also the T31 Nissan X-Trail, as well as other Renault models. The Sentra's standard engine is a 2.0-liter 16-valve 4-cylinder rated at 140 hp (104 kW) and 147 pound-feet (199 N·m) of torque. Fuel economy for with the 2.0L mated to the CVT is rated at 26 city/34 hwy, and the 6-speed manual at 24 city/31 hwy. SE-R is rated at 24 city/30 hwy with the CVT being the only transmission available. SE-R Spec-V is rated at 21 city/28 hwy mated with the 6-speed manual.
In 2007 and 2008, Nissan considered marketing a hybrid version of the Sentra, particularly when the price of oil rose to over $100 per barrel.[citation needed] However the price soon retreated below $40, and Nissan decided instead to focus on future hydrogen fuel cell and electric vehicles. Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn has indicated that he will not attempt to match Toyota and Honda in terms of hybrid models offered for retail sale. This decision has left Nissanwithout a compact Hybrid product to compete with Toyota Prius, the Honda Civic Hybrid, and relaunched Honda Insight. Nissan's only hybrid product on the American market is the Altima Hybrid, which competes with the Toyota Camry Hybrid and the Ford Fusion Hybrid.[31]
For 2010, the Sentra received a mid-cycle refresh. It revisions included a new, Altima-inspired grill, a revised lower fascia and slightly different headlights. In back, new taillights (though almost identical to previous years) and additional chrome trim pieces on the trunk and side moldings highlight the major changes. New trimlines are offered to balance out the prices. Inside is a new red back-lighting color for the speedometer and knobs, and a new CD player with an optional navigation system.[32] The new audio system includes iPod and USB integration on certain models, as well as a backup camera. Fog lamps are no longer standard on the 2.0S and SL model and leather seats are now only available as an option rather than standard on the SL model for 2010, which is reflected in the new, lower MSRP. The Brazilian export variant features a flexible fuel engine and retractable side mirrors were adopted from the Nissan Versa.
The B16 generation was introduced in the Philippines[33] (where it is sold as Sentra 200 and replaces Pulsar-based N16 model)[34] and Argentina in 2010.[35] Until March 2011, the Sentra has sold 948 units in Argentina.[36][37][38][39]
B17 (2013–present)
| Seventh generation (B17) | |
|---|---|
2014 Nissan Sentra S (US)
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| Overview | |
| Also called | Nissan Pulsar Nissan Sylphy |
| Production | 2012–present |
| Model years | 2013–present |
| Assembly | Japan: Nissan Oppama Plant,Yokosuka, Kanagawa China: Guangzhou (DMCL) Malaysia: Kuala Lumpur Mexico: Aguascalientes Russia: Izhevsk (since 2014) Taiwan: Miaoli Thailand: Samut Prakan United States: Canton, Mississippi(2012–2014) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Body style | 4-door sedan |
| Layout | Transverse front-engine, front-wheel-drive |
| Platform | Nissan V platform |
| Related | Nissan Tiida (C12) Nissan Pulsar (C13) |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 1.6 L HR16DE I4 (petrol) 1.8 L MRA8DE I4 (petrol) 2.0 L MR20DE I4 (petrol/ethanol; Brazil) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual CVT automatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in (2,700 mm) |
| Length | 182.1 in (4,625 mm) |
| Width | 69.3 in (1,760 mm) |
| Height | 58.9 in (1,496 mm) |
| Curb weight | 2,832–2,862 lb (1,285–1,298 kg) |
A preview of the 2013 Nissan Sentra was revealed at the 2012 Beijing auto show.[47]
Nissan unveiled the seventh generation Sentra in August, 2012. The new Sentra is completely redesigned inside and out, with styling upscaled to look more similar to Nissan's other sedans, the Altima and Maxima including LED tail lamps, LED accents in the head lamps, and a new navigation and electronics system.[48]
The new MRA8DE 1.8-liter 16-valve DOHC inline-four is offered for better fuel economy than the previous model, ratings are 30 city/39 highway. The engine output returns 130 hp (97 kW) and 128 lb·ft (174 N·m) of torque. It provides less power than the outgoing Sentra, but due to a new platform, it is 150 lbs lighter in weight.
In Brazil the B17 Sentra is offered with the MR20DE Nissan 2.0 engine, the same used in the previous Sentra model due to market demands (all direct competitors use a 2.0 engine). The model exported and sold in Brazil is built in Aguascalientes, Mexico.
Similar to the outgoing model, the new Sentra is offered in S, FE+ S, SV, FE+ SV, SR, and SL trim levels. All trims will be equipped with a reworked CVT except the base S model, which has an optional six-speed manual transmission. There is no SE-R or SE-R Spec V version of this model.
In Australia, this generation went on sale in early 2013 and is sold as the Nissan Pulsar.
Nissan Sentra debuted in Russian market in 2014.[49] The car is powered with 1.6 engine (117 hp) fitted with 5-speed manual or CVT. Sentra for Russian market is locally built in Izhevsk.
2014
Enhancements for 2014 include:
- Revised CVT transmission tuning
- Revised steering and suspension tuning
- Sliding front armrest now standard on SL grade and added to SV/SR Driver Package
- New front seat lower cushion storage pockets standard on all models
- Updated NissanConnect℠ with Navigation with all-new NissanConnect℠ Apps smartphone integration for iPhone® and Android, improved voice recognition and one-shot destination entry
- Auto Hazard Warning Signal added
- Offered in seven models, each equipped with a standard 1.8-liter DOHC 4-cylinder engine and next-generation Xtronic CVT® (except S 6MT): S 6MT, S CVT, FE+ S, SV, FE+ SV, SR and SL
- Available late November 2013
2015
- New exterior color choices
- Rear disc brakes, side view mirrors with turn signal indicator lights & push button start with i-Key now standard on SR models.
