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2016 Nissan Sentra Press Kit

2016 Nissan Sentra Press Kit: Overview

 

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  • Nissan's popular compact sedan continues to stand out with "class-above" style, premium design qualities and enhanced driving experience
  • Exterior redesign brings Sentra closer in look and feel to the bold new 2016 Maxima and redesigned 2016 Altima – reflecting Nissan's new design language
  • Revised interior features new TFT-type (Thin Film Transfer) LCD flat panel display, available Siri Eyes Free™ Voice Recognition
  • Available technology includes NissanConnectSM Services powered by SiriusXM® (SiriusXM® subscription required, sold separately), Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC), Forward Emergency Braking (FEB), Blind Spot Warning (BSW) Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) and new Active Understeer Control

The Nissan Sentra compact sedan has achieved some impressive numbers over its more than 30 years and seven generations of production. In the United States alone over four million Sentras have been sold, with more than 93 percent of Sentras sold in the last 10 years still on the road today*. Sentra is also Nissan's third best-selling vehicle, behind Altima and Rogue. And, since the introduction of the latest generation design in fall 2012, Sentra has experienced tremendous growth in sales and market share, making it one of Nissan's fastest growing nameplates.

Now, to help keep the momentum going for the 2016 model year, Sentra has undergone a significant refreshening – starting with a revised exterior and the addition of an expanded suite of available safety and driving aid technologies.

The 2016 Sentra has a starting MSRP** of $16,780 for the Sentra S with 6-speed manual transmission. A Sentra SV with the Driver Assist Package, which includes NissanConnect with Navigation and Mobile Apps and the innovative active safety features customers highly desire and utilize on a daily basis – such as Blind Spot Warning (BSW) and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) – is estimated to be priced at under $20,000. Full pricing on all grade levels and packages will be announced later.

"In what is turning out to be 'the year of the sedan,' Nissan has made major changes to our three best-known sedans – launching an all-new Maxima 4-Door Sports Car, a major makeover of our number one selling Altima, and now a redesigned Sentra," said Pierre Loing, vice president, Product Planning, Nissan North America, Inc.

 

A Revised Nissan "Family" Exterior
The new 2016 Sentra exterior redesign brings its appearance closer in look and feel to its more upscale showroom siblings. All three Nissan sedans – Maxima, Altima and now Sentra – reflect Nissan's new design language first introduced on the dramatic Nissan Murano crossover.

"A major element of Nissan's 'Innovation that excites' philosophy is innovative styling that continues to excite buyers throughout the entire period of ownership," said Shiro Nakamura, senior vice president and chief creative officer, Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. "The 2016 Sentra's new exterior adds a sense of sportiness to the refined style and proportions, as well as adding a strong connection to the Nissan sedan and crossover family."

Key features of the 2016 Sentra exterior include a new front fascia, grille, fenders, hood and signature boomerang-shaped headlights. New LED low-beam headlights with LED signature accents are offered on Sentra SR and Sentra SL grades. In the rear, a new fascia with redesigned boomerang-shaped taillights adds a more premium appearance. There are also two new 17-inch wheel designs for SR and SL grades, as well as a new SV 16-inch aluminum-alloy wheel design.

As in previous years, Sentra's exterior design is elegant, modern and refined, reflecting a "professional" character targeted at upwardly bound buyers who aspire to drive something more upscale than other designs in the segment. Exterior features include chrome door handles and chrome window accents and available heated outside mirrors with integrated turn signals. The coefficient of drag is 0.27 for the Sentra FE+S, 0.29 for S, SV and SR grades and 0.30 for the SL trim level.

The 2016 Sentra SR offers a sportier appearance, with unique design 17-inch forked 5-spoke aluminum-alloy wheels, lower body side sill extensions, rear spoiler with integrated LED brake light, fog lights and chrome exhaust tip finisher.

New for 2016 is one exterior color, Deep Blue Pearl. Nine other colors are available – Red Alert (SR grade only), Brilliant Silver, Super Black, Aspen White (premium charge), Gun Metallic, Graphite Blue, Titanium, Cayenne Red and Fresh Powder.

A Roomy, Refined Interior Environment
The roomy Sentra interior has also been revised for the 2016 model year, with a new steering wheel similar to the Nissan 370Z design, a new available 6-way power driver's seat with power lumbar (standard on Sentra SL and optional on Sentra SR), a new center cluster design, a new console and shifter knob, and refined seat fabrics.

The instrument panel offers a new TFT-type (Thin Film Transistor) LCD flat panel display with higher resolution than previous LCD screens. Sentra SV, SR and SL grades include a 5.0-inch Advanced Drive-Assist™ Display (ADAD) located between the tachometer and speedometer.

For 2016, Sentra again offers ample roominess in a compact-size exterior – featuring one of the largest interiors in class, with 111.0 cubic feet of total interior volume. Helping make this possible is the long wheelbase (106.3 inches), which helps provide both ample rear seat legroom of 37.4 inches and large trunk capacity of 15.1 cubic feet. The rear seat is a standard 60/40-split fold-down design, adding versatility to the large trunk space.

"The high resolution of the new instrument panel display needs to be seen to be believed," added Loing. "And, as always, Sentra's interior spaciousness is unexpected and immediately apparent to occupants – even with the front seats in the rear-most position."

The high-quality interior design includes soft-touch instrument panel and door armrests and available leather-appointed seating. Other available features range from Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control and a Bose® Premium audio system with eight speakers, to Nissan Intelligent Key® keyless entry and push button ignition system and RearView Monitor.

Standard interior features include a 6-way manual driver's seat, 4-way manual front passenger's seat, front and rear door pockets, front center console with padded armrest and cupholders, rear seat armrest with cupholders, air conditioning with in-cabin microfilter and available Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) system.

Other features include tilt and telescopic steering column, power windows with driver's one-touch auto up/down with auto reverse, power door locks with auto-locking feature, remote keyless entry and remote trunk and fuel-filler door releases.

The standard Sentra audio system is an AM/FM/CD system with four speakers and USB connection for iPod® and other compatible devices. Other available audio systems include a 6-speaker AM/FM/CD system with 5.0-inch color display. Also available is SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (SiriusXM® subscription required, sold separately), while Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System is standard on all grades.

Advanced Connectivity and Safety Shield Technologies
The 2016 Sentra offers advanced technology features that help owners stay connected – including NissanConnect with Mobile Apps, which is standard on SV and SR grades and includes iHeartRadio, Pandora® and Facebook.

The system features a 5.0-inch color display, Streaming audio via Bluetooth®, SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (SiriusXM® subscription required, sold separately), Hands-free Text Messaging Assistant and smartphone integration for iPhone® and Android phones.

Standard on Sentra SL and available on SV and SR grades is NissanConnect with Navigation and Mobile Apps, featuring a 5.8-inch color touch-screen, NissanConnect Apps (including iHeartRadio, Pandora®, Facebook, Twitter®, TripAdvisor and Online Search powered by GoogleTM), SiriusXM® Traffic, SiriusXM® Travel Link™ with fuel prices, weather, movie listing, sports scores and stock prices (SiriusXM® subscription required, sold separately), and Nissan Voice Recognition for audio and navigation.

New for 2016 is NissanConnect Services powered by SiriusXM®. It offers emergency preparedness, remote access, customizable alerts and convenience services (SiriusXM® subscription required, sold separately). The system allows the driver to set customized alerts for family and friends – such as speed, curfew and boundary notifications. It is available on Sentra SR and SL grades as part of the Technology Package.

Also new for 2016 is Siri Eyes Free™ Voice Recognition, which makes it easy to make and receive calls, read and send text messages and emails, select and play music from a compatible device, read notifications, request directions and more via a hands-free voice connection to Siri™ commands. Siri Eyes Free™ Voice Recognition is standard on Sentra SV, SR and SL grades.

A number of Nissan's advanced Safety Shield Technologies are now available on Sentra for the first time for the 2016 model year – Forward Emergency Braking (FEB), Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC), Blind Spot Warning (BSW) and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA).

Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) and Forward Emergency Braking (FEB) are combined as part of the new Technology Package offered for Sentra SR and SL grades. ICC uses radar to maintain a set speed and distance between Sentra and the vehicle ahead, even braking to maintain that distance.

FEB provides audible and visual warnings to help alert the driver of a potential collision with the vehicle ahead in the traveling lane and can help reduce speed if necessary. If a collision is unavoidable, the feature will engage the brakes to help reduce both the speed of the impact and the severity of the collision.

Blind Spot Warning (BSW) and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) are included in the Navigation Package (SV and SR grades) and are standard on Sentra SL. The new Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) system utilizes radar to detect a vehicle approaching from either side of the Sentra when backing out of a parking space. The radar-based Blind Spot Warning (BSW) system provides an audible alert if the driver puts the turn signal on with a detected vehicle in the blind spot area of an adjacent lane and issues a visual alert if a detected vehicle enters the blind spot area in the adjacent lane.

"The 2016 Sentra brings a new level of available advanced Safety Shield Technologies  and driving technologies to our high-value Sentra," said Loing. "This is also the most connected Sentra ever offered, including its new NissanConnect Services telematics system."

In addition, Sentra's list of standard safety and security features include the Nissan Advanced Air Bag System (AABS) with dual-stage supplemental front air bags with seat belt and occupant classification sensors; front seat-mounted side impact supplemental air bags; roof-mounted curtain side impact supplemental air bags with rollover sensor for front and rear-seat outboard occupant head protection; 3-point front and rear seatbelts, front seat belts with pre-tensioners and load limiters and adjustable upper anchors; and LATCH System (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren).

The 2016 Sentra also offers child safety rear door locks; Zone Body construction featuring front and rear crumple zones and occupant zone; Nissan Immobilizer system and anti-theft alarm system; and Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with position monitoring and available Easy-Fill Tire Alert system.

Fuel-Efficient 1.8-liter Engine and Advanced Xtronic Transmission
All 2016 Sentra models utilize a fuel-efficient 1.8-liter 4-cylinder engine mated to an advanced Xtronic transmission with sub-planetary gear. A 6-speed manual transmission is also available with the Sentra S grade.

The advanced 1.8-liter DOHC 4-cyinder engine offers a longer stroke than typical engines in its class, resulting in improved combustion speed and efficiency. The engine is equipped with a twin Continuously Variable Timing Control (CVTC) system which modulates both the intake and exhaust valve opening time (similar to that used on the flagship Nissan Maxima).

The engine's internal friction has been reduced (versus the previous design), improving efficiency. In addition, the valve springs are shaped similar to a beehive, with a smaller diameter towards the top – reducing inertial weight, improving valvetrain efficiency and smoothing engine operation. The engine is rated at 130 horsepower and 128 lb-ft of torque.

The Xtronic transmission offers a wide gear ratio range of 7.3:1 through use of a sub-planetary gear and smaller pulleys, resulting in high-speed fuel efficiency and responsive acceleration.

The Xtronic's acceleration feel is enhanced with a D-mode step shift program that simulates shifts, giving a more natural acceleration feeling without holding a high rpm constant, letting rpms build as speed builds. For 2016, the D-Step Logic Control has been revised to help provide enhanced drivability with a more stable, natural and crisper shift feel (versus the previous design).

Fuel economy is rated at 29 mpg city, 38 mpg highway and 32 mpg combined with the Xtronic transmission. The Sentra FE+ S grade achieves 30 mpg city, 40 mpg highway and 34 mpg combined. The Sentra S with 6-speed manual transmission is rated at 27 mpg city, 36 mpg highway and 30 mpg combined.

The 2016 Sentra also delivers enhanced performance and handling through a retuned suspension design featuring a 10 percent increase in spring and damper rates (from the prior model year), as well as enhanced body stiffness for improved roll and body control through adoption of a new front tunnel stay similar to that used on the JUKE NISMO RS. The Sentra suspension features an independent strut front layout with stabilizer bar, torsion beam rear axle with integrated stabilizer bar.

Sentra also features a new standard Active Understeer Control system (not available on S 6MT and FE+ S grades), similar to that utilized on the 2016 Nissan Altima. The AUC system utilizes intelligent control logic and high-response brake actuators to lightly brake the inside front wheels during cornering (as required) to increase yaw-moment. Using the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)/Traction Control System (TCS) as its base, Active Understeer Control is almost undetectable when it operates.

Steering feel and response has also been improved through use of optimized Electric Power Steering (EPS) mapping in conjunction with the revised suspension and new tire design. A power-assisted vented front disc/rear drum braking system (4-wheel disc brakes are available) is standard along with retuned vehicle-speed-sensitive electric power steering.

Available wheels and tire combinations include 16-inch steel wheels with full covers or 16-inch aluminum-alloy wheels with 205/55R16 size all-season tires, for S and SV grades, along with 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels with 205/50R17 all-season tires for SR and SL grades.

A Range of Well-Equipped Models
The 2016 Nissan Sentra is offered in six models: S 6MT, S Xtronic, FE+ S, SV, SR and SL. "The new 2016 Sentra has more content and greater value across the range of six well-equipped models," added Loing. "And, with a number of special option packages, it's easy to configure just the right level of features for every driving preference and budget."

Along with the high-value list of standard equipment on Sentra S and FE+S grades, the popular SV grade content has been enhanced for 2016 with standard Siri Eyes Free™, new meter display with chrome accents, Advanced Drive-Assist™ Display (ADAD) with 5.0-inch display, new seat fabric and new door and console trim design

Sentra SV also includes Nissan Intelligent Key®, RearView Monitor, NissanConnect with Mobile Apps, 5.0-inch color display, SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (SiriusXM® subscription required, sold separately), sliding front armrest, Streaming Audio via Bluetooth®, Hands-free Text Messaging Assistant, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob and Easy-Fill Tire Alert.

The sporty Sentra SR adds LED low beam projector headlights with LED accents, lower body side sill extensions, rear spoiler with integrated LED brake light, fog lights, chrome exhaust finisher, unique design 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels with 205/50R17 all-season tires, rear disc brakes, sport interior trim, new premium sport cloth seats, driver's seatback pocket, new door/console trim design, heated front seats, heated outside mirrors with LED turn signals, rear disc brakes, and SR badge.

The top-of-the-line Sentra SL adds standard leather-appointed seats, 6-way power driver's seat with 2-way power lumbar support, heated front seats, driver's seatback pocket, new Piano Black door/console trim, auto-dimming mirror with HomeLink® Universal Transceiver and Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control.

Additional Sentra SL equipment includes NissanConnect with Navigation and Mobile Apps, Blind Spot Warning (BSW), Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), heated outside mirrors with LED turn signals, LED low beam projector headlights with LED accents, fog lights, disc brakes, 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels with 205/50R17 all-season tires and SL badge.

Seven option packages are available for the 2016 model year, including a new Technology Package with Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC), Forward Emergency Braking (FEB) and NissanConnect Services Powered by SiriusXM® (SiriusXM® subscription required, sold separately).

The SR Premium Package offers a power sliding glass moonroof with tilt feature, Bose® Premium Audio system with eight speakers, leather-appointed seats, 6-way power driver's seat with 2-way power lumbar, NissanConnect with Navigation and Mobile Apps, 5.8-inch color touch-screen display, Nissan Voice Recognition for audio and navigation, SiriusXM® Traffic and SiriusXM® Travel Link® (SiriusXM® subscription required, sold separately), Blind Spot Warning (BSW) and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) and more.

The Style Package, available for Sentra SV, features a power sliding moonroof, dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors, 16-inch split 5-spoke aluminum-alloy wheels and rear spoiler.

Other available packages are the SL Premium Package, Driver's Assist Package, All Weather Package and 16-inch Alloy Wheels Package.

The 2016 Sentra is assembled in Aguascalientes, Mexico.

 

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* According to IHS Automotive, Polk U.S. New Vehicle Registrations vs VIO for VIN Year 2005 - 2015 as of July 1, 2015

**2016 Sentra S 6MT model. MSRP excludes applicable tax, title, license fees and $825 USD destination charges. Dealer sets actual price.  Prices and specs are subject to change without notice.

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At a Glance: 2016 Nissan Sentra

Since the introduction of the seventh-generation Sentra in fall 2012, Nissan's compact sedan has experienced tremendous growth in sales and market share, making it one of Nissan's fastest growing nameplates. To help keep momentum going, Sentra has undergone a significant refreshening for the 2016 model year, starting with a revised exterior and the addition of an expanded suite of available safety and driving aid technologies.

The exterior redesign brings Sentra closer in look and feel to the bold new 2016 Maxima and redesigned 2016 Altima. All three Nissan sedans reflect Nissan's new design language first introduced on the dramatic Nissan Murano crossover. Key features of the new Sentra exterior include new front and rear fascias, grille fenders, hood and signature boomerang-shaped headlights and taillights and a new 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheel design. Sentra SR and SL grades add new LED low-beam headlights with LED signature accents.

Inside, the revised Sentra interior features a new steering wheel, new available power driver's seat with power lumbar, new center cluster and audio display design, new console and shifter knob, and refined seat fabrics. The instrument panel offers a new TFT-type (Thin Film Transistor) LCD flat panel display with higher resolution than previous LCD screens. Sentra SV, SR and SL grades include a 5.0-inch Advanced Drive-Assist™ Display (ADAD) located between the tachometer and speedometer. These grades also include Siri Eyes Free™ Voice Recognition as standard equipment.

The 2016 Sentra also offers ample roominess in a compact-size exterior, including an outstanding 37.4 inches of rear seat legroom. The intuitive interior layout emphasizes driver control and exceptional seat comfort for all occupants. The high-quality interior design features materials not usually found in compact vehicles, including soft-touch instrument panel and door armrests and available leather-appointed seating. Other available features range from Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control and a Bose® Premium audio system with eight speakers, to Nissan Intelligent Key® keyless entry and push button ignition system and RearView Monitor.

A number of Nissan's advanced Safety Shield Technologies are now available on Sentra for the first time – Forward Emergency Braking (FEB), Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC), Blind Spot Warning (BSW) and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA).

Another new available technology is NissanConnectSM Services powered by SiriusXM®. It offers emergency preparedness, remote access, customizable alerts and convenience services (SiriusXM® subscription required, sold separately). The system allows the driver to set customized alerts for family and friends – such as speed, curfew and boundary notifications.

NissanConnect Services powered by SiriusXM® (SiriusXM® subscription required, sold separately), Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) and Forward Emergency Braking (FEB) are combined as part of the new Technology Package offered for Sentra SR and SL grades. Blind Spot Warning (BSW) and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) are included in the Navigation Package (SV and SR grades) and standard on Sentra SL.

The 2016 Sentra also delivers enhanced performance and handling through a retuned suspension design featuring a 10 percent increase in spring and damper rates, as well as enhanced body stiffness for improved roll and body control. Drivability is enhanced through use of the next generation D-Step Logic Control for Xtronic transmission-equipped models. The D-Step Logic Control helps provide a more stable, natural and crisper shift feel (versus the previous execution).

Sentra also features a new standard Active Understeer Control system (not available on S 6MT and FE+ S grades), similar to that utilized on the 2016 Nissan Altima. The AUC system utilizes intelligent control logic and high-response brake actuators to lightly brake the inside front wheels during cornering (as required) to increase yaw-moment. Using the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)/Traction Control System (TCS) as its base, Active Understeer Control is almost undetectable when it operates.

Steering feel and response has also been improved through use of optimized Electric Power Steering (EPS) mapping in conjunction with the revised suspension and new tire design.

Also new for 2016 is one exterior color – Deep Blue Pearl, one of a total of 10 available 2016 Sentra colors.

All Sentra models utilize a fuel-efficient 1.8-liter 4-cylinder engine mated to an advanced Xtronic transmission with sub-planetary gear. A 6-speed manual transmission is also available with the Sentra S grade. Fuel economy is rated at 29 mpg city, 38 mpg highway and 32 mpg combined with the Xtronic transmission. The Sentra FE+ S grade achieves 30 mpg city, 40 mpg highway and 34 mpg combined. The Sentra S with 6-speed manual transmission is rated at 27 mpg city, 36 mpg highway and 30 mpg combined.

The 2016 Nissan Sentra is offered in six models: S 6MT, S Xtronic, FE+ S, SV, SR and SL. Highlights of the 2016 Nissan Sentra include: 

Body

  • Redesigned exterior for the 2016 model year, including new front fascia, grille, hood and fenders, along with new rear fascia and taillights
  • Sophisticated exterior design with a low beltline and strong front-to-rear character line
  • Boomerang-shaped, multi-reflector halogen headlights with LED accents
  • New standard projector LED low beam headlights (halogen high beam) with LED accents on SR and SL grades
  • Standard Smart Auto Headlights with twilight and windshield wiper activation
  • FE+ S grade includes low rolling resistance tires and underbody aero defectors
  • Available fog lights
  • New Nissan signature V-Motion grille (similar to Altima and Maxima)
  • Available heated outside mirrors with integrated LED turn signals
  • Chrome door handles
  • SR grade includes lower body side sill extensions, rear spoiler with integrated LED brake light, chrome exhaust tip finisher and 17-inch forked 5-spoke aluminum-alloy wheels
  • Chrome trunk lid finisher
  • A long wheelbase of 106.3 inches, 182.1-inch overall length
  • 15.1-cubic foot cargo volume
  • Ten available exterior colors: Brilliant Silver, Super Black, Aspen White (premium charge), Gun Metallic, Graphite Blue, Titanium, Red Alert (SR only), Cayenne Red, Fresh Powder and new Deep Blue Pearl

Platform and Powertrain

  • Lightweight front engine/front-wheel drive platform
  • 1.8-liter DOHC 16-valve inline 4-cylinder engine, with 130 horsepower (124 hp with CAL emissions) @ 6,000 rpm and 128 lb-ft of torque (125 lb-ft CAL) @ 3,600 rpm
  • Twin Continuously Variable Timing Control (CVTC), beehive shaped valve springs reduce inertial weight
  • Standard 6-speed manual transmission (S grade only) or available Xtronic transmission
  • Xtronic transmission features wide 7.3:1 gear ratio range, sub-planetary gear, flexible lock-up damper and next-generation D-Step shift program for more direct shift feel and more linear acceleration feel (versus previous D-Step design)

Suspension, Steering and Braking

  • Power-assisted vented front disc/rear drum brakes
  • Standard 4-wheel disc brakes on SR and SL models
  • Standard Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist
  • Independent strut front suspension with 22.0 mm stabilizer bar
  • Torsion beam rear suspension with integrated 24.6 mm stabilizer bar
  • High frequency-response shock absorbers
  • New Active Understeer Control system (not available on S 6MT and FE+ S grades)
  • Electronic Power Steering system (vehicle-speed-sensitive) with 16.3:1 steering ratio
  • Standard 16-inch wheels with 205/60R16 all-season tires; low rolling resistance tires on FE+ S model
  • Available 16-inch aluminum-alloy wheels on SV grade
  • New design 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels with 205/60R17 all-season tires on SR grade
  • New-design 17-inch 10-spoke aluminum-alloy wheels with 205/50R17 all-season tires on SL grade

Interior Features

  • High quality interior design with soft touch surfaces on the instrument panel and door armrests
  • Revised 370Z-inspired steering wheel, shift knob, center console, center cluster and audio display
  • New Thin Film Transistor (TFT) meter display (SV, SR, SL grades), Fine Vision electroluminescent gauges
  • New seat fabrics with standard cloth seat trim, available premium cloth or leather-appointed seating
  • Standard Advanced Drive-Assist™ Display (ADAD) for SV, SR and SL grades
  • Standard 6-way manual driver's seat/4-way manual front passenger's seat
  • Standard 6-way power driver's seat for SL, optional on SR
  • Available heated front seats
  • Front center console storage with armrest and front cupholders
  • Available sliding center armrest
  • Standard front seat storage pockets
  • 60/40-split fold-down rear seat; rear center armrest with cupholders
  • Standard tilt and telescopic steering column
  • Available Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control, allows the driver and front passenger to set individual air temperatures (SL grade)
  • Power windows with driver-side one-touch auto up/down and auto-reverse feature
  • Power door locks with auto-locking feature
  • Available premium sport cloth seats, sport interior trim (SR grade)
  • AM/FM/CD audio system with 4 speakers and MP3/WMA playback capability; auxiliary audio input jack, Radio Data System (RDS); available AM/FM/CD with 6 speakers
  • Available Bose® Premium audio system with eight speakers
  • Available SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (SiriusXM® subscription required, sold separately)
  • Standard USB connection port with iPod® interface
  • Available NissanConnect with Navigation and Mobile Apps, 5.8-inch color touch-screen display, Nissan Voice Recognition for audio and navigation, SiriusXM® Traffic and SiriusXM® Travel Link™ (SiriusXM® subscription required, sold separately)
  • Available NissanConnect with Mobile Apps, Streaming Audio via Bluetooth®, Hands-Free Text Messaging Assistant
  • Available NissanConnect Services powered by SiriusXM® (SiriusXM® subscription required, sold separately)
  • Available Nissan Intelligent Key® keyless entry and push button ignition system
  • Standard Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System
  • Available RearView Monitor
  • Available power sliding glass moonroof with tilt feature
  • Two interior colors: Marble Gray and Charcoal; SR grade offered in Charcoal only
  • Available Siri Eyes Free™ Voice Recognition
  • Available Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)

Safety and Security

  • Nissan Advanced Air Bag System (AABS) with dual-stage supplemental front air bags with seat belt and occupant classification sensors
  • Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags
  • Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bags with rollover sensor for front and rear-seat outboard occupant head protection
  • LATCH System (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren)
  • Front-seat belts with pretensioners, load limiters and adjustable upper anchors
  • Standard 3-point seatbelts for all seating positions
  • Zone Body Construction with front and rear crumple zones
  • Child safety rear door locks
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with available Easy-Fill Tire Alert
  • Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System
  • Standard Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) and Traction Control System (TCS)
  • Available Forward Emergency Braking (FEB)
  • Available Blind Spot Warning (BSW)
  • Available Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)

Models and Manufacturing

  • Offered in six well-equipped trim levels: S 6MT, S Xtronic, FE+ S, SV, SR and SL
  • Assembled by Nissan Mexicana SA de CV (NMEX-DF), Aguascalientes, Mexico

 

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2016 Nissan Sentra Pricing

Effective Date: June 23, 2016

BASE VEHICLE Description Suggested List Price(1)
Sentra S 1.8 Liter I4 M/T $16,780
Sentra S 1.8 Liter I4 Xtronic $17,760
Sentra FE+ S 1.8 Liter I4 Xtronic $18,160
Sentra SV 1.8 Liter I4 Xtronic $18,550
Sentra SR 1.8 Liter I4 Xtronic $20,410
Sentra SL 1.8 Liter I4 Xtronic $22,170

 

FACTORY INSTALLED OPTIONS Suggested List Price(1) S FE+ S SV SR SL
Driver's Assist Package $1,020      
SL Premium Package $1,130        
SR Premium Package $2,590        
Style Package $750        
All Weather Package $300        
Premium Paint $395    
Technology Package $1,230      
16" Wheel $1,000        

 

PORT INSTALLED ACCESSORIES Suggested List Price(1) S FE+ S SV SR SL
Splash Guards Body Colored (4 piece) $190  
Rear Spoiler $340    
External Ground Lighting $295        
Fog Lights w/ Auto Headlights $315    
Carpeted Floor Mats /w Trunk Mat $180
Hide-A-Way Trunk Net $70
Sill Plate Protector $75
Illuminated Kick Plates $350
Electronics Package $500  
Protection Package $360

 

(1) = Manufacturer's Suggested List Price: Dealer sets actual price. Prices and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Excludes tax, title, license, and destination charges. Destination and handling $835.

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2016 Nissan Sentra Specifications

Specifications are based on the latest product information available at time of printing

Mechanical

Engine
Name MRA8DE
Cam design DOHC
Orientation Transverse
Cylinders / configuration I4
Block / head composition Cast aluminum
Displacement (liters / cc) 1.8L / 1798 cc
Horsepower 130 hp @ 6,000 RPM (124 CAL emissions)
Torque (lb-ft) 128 lb-ft @ 3,600 RPM (125 CAL emissions)
Bore & stroke (mm) 79.7 x 90.1
Compression ratio (:1) 9.9
Maximum engine speed 6,400 RPM
Fuel delivery system Sequential multi-point fuel injection
Valvetrain 4 valves per cylinder, Continuous Variable Valve Timing Control System (CVTCS)
Engine mounts (4 mounts) Fluid-filled (right side), solid (left side), rubber with integrated torque rod (upper side, lower side)
Recommended fuel Regular unleaded
Emissions system 2 catalytic converters with main and secondary mufflers
Emission certification level Tier 2, Bin5/
LEV2-LEV (50-State); LEV2-SULEV (CAL)
Exhaust Tailpipe Single

 

Electrical
Ignition system Electric (direct)
Starter 12-volt
Alternator 110 amp/2kw
Battery Amp-hour rating 49 Ah

 

Transmission and Drive System S/FE+ S SV SR SL
Drive configuration Front-engine / front-wheel drive
Transmission type 6-speed manual S - - -
Xtronic O – S / S FE+ S S S S
Gear ratio   6MT Xtronic
M/T 1st 3.727 4.006
M/T 2nd 2.105 4.006
M/T 3rd 1.518 4.006
M/T 4th 1.171 4.006
M/T 5th 0.914 4.006
M/T 6th 0.767 4.006
Xtronic High   0.550
Reverse 3.686 3.770
Final drive ratio (:1) 3.933 3.517

 

Brakes S/FE+ S SV SR SL
Front Type vented disc S
Rotor size diameter and thickness (in.) 11.0 x 0.9
Rear Type drum S -
Drum diameter (in.) 9.0  
Rear Type solid disc - S
Rotor size diameter and thickness (in.)   11.5 x 0.4
Brake control Power-assisted
Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) S
Brake Assist S
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) S

     Number of wheels

4

     Number of channels

4
     Number of sensors 4
Parking brake Hand brake in center console

 

Steering S/FE+ S SV SR SL
Type Electric Power-assisted (vehicle-speed-sensitive)
Steering wheel Tilt and telescopic Manual
3-spoke urethane S - - -
3-spoke leather - S S S
Cruise control switches S S S S
Audio switches S S S S
Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone switches S S S S
Distance control switches - - O O
Steering ratio 16.3:1
Turns (lock-to-lock) 2.97
Turning diameter  – curb-to-curb (ft.) 34.8

 

Suspension
Front Independent strut w/ coil springs
     Stabilizer bar S (22.0 mm)
Rear Torsion Beam
     Stabilizer bar S (24.6 mm)
Active Understeer Control S (except S 6MT and FE+ S)
Twin tube shock absorbers S

 

Body / Chassis
Type Unibody
Materials (primary) Corrosion resistant and high-strength steel

 

Exterior

Wheels & Tires S/FE+ S SV SR SL
Wheels
  16-inch steel with cover, 6.5J x 16 S S - -
  16-inch aluminum-alloy, 6.5J x 16 - O - -
  17-inch aluminum-alloy, 6.5J x 17 - - S -
  17-inch 10-spoke aluminum-alloy, 6.5J x 17 - - - S
Tires
     205/55R16 all-season tires S S - -
     205/55R16 low rolling resistance tires FE+ S - - -
     205/50R17 all-season tires - - S S
Temporary spare tire in trunk T125/70D16
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) – direct sensor type S
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with Easy-Fill Tire Alert - S S S

 

Lights S/FE+ S SV SR SL
Halogen headlights S -
LED headlight accents - - -
Projector LED low beam headlights (halogen high beam) with LED accents - S
Automatic on/off S
Smart Auto Headlights S
Mirrors with LED turn signal indicators - S
Fog lights - S
Center High-Mount Stop Light S

 

Exterior Features S/FE+ S SV SR SL
Chrome front grille S
Body-color remote power outside mirrors S
Heated outside mirrors - O S S
Chrome door handles S
Variable intermittent front wipers S
Moonroof - O O O
Side sill spoilers, rear spoiler, chrome exhaust tip finisher - - S -
Rear decklid spoiler (FE+ type) FE+ S - - -
Rear tire and underbody aerodynamic deflectors FE+ S - - -

 

Interior

Seating S/FE+ S SV SR SL
Capacity 5 passenger
Material Cloth S - - -
Premium cloth - S - -
Premium Sport cloth - - S -
Leather-appointed - - O S
Front seats Bucket S
     Driver’s seat 6-way manual S S S -
6-way power - - O S
2-way power lumbar - - O S
     Front passenger's seat 4-way manual S
     Front seat lower cushion storage pockets S
Heated front seats - O S S
Rear seats 60/40-split fold-down

 

Audio and Navigation Systems S/FE+ S SV SR SL
Head unit and speakers  
     AM/FM/CD with 4 speakers S -
     AM/FM/CD/Sat Radio/USB with 6 speakers, 5.0-in. color display - S S
     Bose® AM/FM/CD/Sat Radio/USB w/ 8 speakers - - O O
5.0-inch display audio - S S -
5.8-inch display audio - O O S
Radio Data System (RDS) S
Speed-Sensitive Volume control (SSV) S
Auxiliary input jack S
SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (SiriusXM® subscription required, sold separately) - S S S
Satellite Radio antenna - S S S
Streaming Audio via Bluetooth® - S S S
MP3 CD playback capability S
USB connection port w/ iPod® Interface S
NissanConnectSM with Mobile Apps - S S S
NissanConnect with Navigation system featuring 5.8-inch color touch-screen, NissanConnect Apps, SiriusXM® Traffic, SiriusXM® Travel Link® (SiriusXM® subscription required, sold separately), Nissan Voice Recognition for audio and navigation, Hands-free Text Messaging Assistant - O O S
NissanConnect Services Powered by SiriusXM® (SiriusXM® subscription required, sold separately) - - O O
Siri Eyes Free™ Voice Recognition - S S S
Advanced Drive-Assist Display (5-inch display) - S S S

 

Instrumentation
Speedometer S
Tachometer
Coolant temperature
Fuel level
Trip Odometer – dual
Outside temperature
Average speed and fuel consumption
Eco Pedal Indicator
Fine Vision electroluminescent illumination

 

Comfort & Convenience Features S/FE+ S SV SR SL
Cruise control with steering wheel-mounted switches S
Power windows
Driver-side one-touch auto up/down with auto reverse
S
Power door locks with auto-locking feature S
Remote keyless entry system with trunk release S
Nissan Intelligent Key® keyless entry with push button ignition - S S S
Remote releases – trunk and fuel filler door S
Cup holders Front/rear 2/2
12-volt outlet S
Assist grips (3) Front passenger side/rear RH and LH
Illuminated glove box with damper S
Battery saver S
Front door pockets S
Sun visors w/ extensions w/ vanity mirrors S S S S
w/ illuminated vanity mirrors - O O O
Air Conditioning with in-cabin microfilter S
Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control - S
Front window defroster S
Rear window defroster with indicator light & timer S
Inside rearview mirror Type Manual day/night
Auto-dimming inside mirror - - O S
Dual LED overhead front map lights S
Cargo area lamp S
Sliding center armrest S
Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System S
RearView Monitor - S S S
Piano Black interior trim S S - S
Piano Black and sport interior trim - - S -
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver - - O S
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) - - O O

 

Safety and Security

Passenger Restraint Systems
Nissan Advanced Air Bag System (AABS) with supplemental front air bags with seat belt sensors and occupant classification sensor S
Front seat-mounted side-impact   supplemental air bags S
Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bags with rollover sensor for front and rear-seat outboard occupant head protection S
Seat belts Front 3-point ELR (plus ALR for passenger)
Rear 3-point ALR/ELR
Seatbelt with pretensioners, load limiters and adjustable upper anchors Front seating positions

 

Child Safety
Power window lockout button S
LATCH system 2 outboard rear seat positions
     Child seat upper tether anchor 3 positions (rear parcel shelf)
Child safety rear door locks S
Emergency inside trunk release S

 

Active Safety
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) S
Traction Control System (TCS) S
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) S
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) S
Forward Emergency Braking (FEB) - O
Blind Spot Warning (BSW) - O O S
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) - O O S

 

Passive Safety
Energy-absorbing steering column S
Zone Body construction with front and rear crumple zones
Hood buckling creases and safety stops
Body side reinforcements
Shift interlock system

 

Security
Vehicle Security System - S
Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System S

 

Dimensions

Exterior (inches) S/FE+ S SV SR SL
Wheelbase 106.3
Overall length 182.1 182.5 182.1
Overall width 69.3
Overall height 58.9
Tread width Front 60.2
Rear 60.2
Minimum ground clearance (Fr/Rr) Front 6.4
Rear 6.5
Coefficient of drag (Cd) 0.29/
0.27
0.29 0.29 0.30

 

Interior (inches) Front Rear
Head room (w/o moonroof) 39.4 36.7
Leg room 42.5 37.4
Hip room 50.9 50.1
Shoulder room 54.7 53.9

 

Weights S FE+ S SV SR SL
Curb (lbs)
Front M/T 1,703 - - - -
Xtronic 1,719 1717 1,731 1,742 1,756
Rear M/T 1,145 - - - -
Xtronic 1,138 1,140 1,147 1,178 1,187
Total M/T 2,848 - - - -
Xtronic 2,857 2,858 2,877 2,920 2,943
Weight dist (%) Fr/Rr 60/40 MT
60/40 Xtr
60/40
60/40
60/40 60/40 60/40
GVWR (pounds) 3,781 MT
3,823 Xtr
3,823 3,823 3,858 3,858

 

Capacities
Fuel tank (gallons) 13.2
Engine oil (liters) 5.1
Engine coolant (quarts) 7.0

 

Volume (cubic feet)
Passenger compartment w/o moonroof 95.9
Cargo 15.1
Total 111.0

 

EPA Fuel Economy
(Actual mileage may vary)
6MT Xtronic FE+ S
City (mpg) 27 29 30
Highway (mpg) 36 38 40
Combined (mpg) 30 32 34

 

Options S SV SR SL
Driver's Assist Package: NissanConnect with Navigation and Mobile Apps, 5.8-inch color touch-screen display, Nissan Voice Recognition for audio and navigation, SiriusXM® Traffic and SiriusXM® Travel Link® (SiriusXM® subscription required, sold separately), Blind Spot Warning (BSW), Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) - O O -
Style Package: Power sliding glass moonroof with tilt feature, center room dim lamp (LED), dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors, 16-inch split 5-spoke aluminum-alloy wheels - O - -
All Weather Package: Heated front seats, heated outside mirrors - O - -
SR Premium Package: Power sliding glass moonroof with tilt feature, center room dim lamp (LED), dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors, auto-dimming inside mirror with HomeLink® Universal Transceiver, Bose® Premium Audio system with 8 speakers, leather-appointed seats, 6-way power driver’s seat with 2-way power lumbar, NissanConnect with Navigation and Mobile Apps, 5.8-inch color touch-screen display, Nissan Voice Recognition for audio and navigation, SiriusXM® Traffic and SiriusXM® Travel Link® (SiriusXM® subscription required, sold separately), Blind Spot Warning (BSW), Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) - - O -
SL Premium Package: Power sliding glass moonroof with tilt feature, center room dim lamp (LED), dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors, Bose® Premium Audio system with 8 speakers - - - O
Technology Package: Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC), Forward Emergency Braking (FEB), NissanConnect Services Powered by SiriusXM® (SiriusXM® subscription required, sold separately) - - O O
16-inch Alloy Wheels: 16-inch split 5-spoke aluminum-alloy wheels - A - -

S – Standard
O – Option
A – Accessory

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