2020 Nissan Sentra
The 2020 Nissan Sentra is a midsize car, rated at 33 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for this model year.

- Combined MPG
- 33
- NHTSA safety
- Starting price
- $21,000
- Recalls
- 4
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Nissan |
|---|---|
| Model | Sentra |
| Model year | 2020 |
| Vehicle class | Midsize Car |
Engine & drivetrain
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Displacement | 2 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Transmission | Automatic (variable gear ratios) |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City MPG | 29 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 39 |
| Combined MPG | 33 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 268 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $1900 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Sentra | 33 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| Sentra SR | 32 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 29 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 39 MPG |
| Combined | 33 MPG |
Efficiency vs class average
About 11% below the class average.
- Amount financed
- $18,900
- Total interest
- $3,288
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≈ $1,218/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal
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Cost to own
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Safety ratings & recalls
SRC · NHTSA vPIC- Overall
- Frontal crash
- Side crash
- Rollover
Recalls (4)
- STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY21V461000 · 2021-06-17
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Sentra vehicles. The left and/or right tie rod may be bent.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the left and/or right tie rods as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 5, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PM985.
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS22V244000 · 2022-04-13
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020 Sentra vehicles, equipped with LED headlights. The right-hand headlight aim may be misaligned. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamp, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Remedy: Dealers will replace the right-hand headlight, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 10, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R20B4.
- STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY23V581000 · 2023-08-15
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Sentra vehicles. The left and/or right tie rod may bend.
Remedy: Owners are advised to contact their dealer for transport assistance if they are experiencing an off-center steering wheel or vibration. As an interim repair, dealers will inspect and replace any bent or broken tie rods, free of charge. Once newly designed parts are available, dealers will replace both left and right tie rods, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed November 27, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R23B3. This recall replaces and expands recall number 21V-461. Vehicles previously repaired under 21V-461 will need to have the new remedy completed.
- BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA23V628000 · 2023-09-08
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Altima and 2020-2021 Sentra vehicles. Damage to the camera harness can cause distortion or loss of the rearview camera display image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rearview camera and harness for damage and replace them as necessary. If no damage is found, the dealer will apply protective tape and reroute the rearview camera harness. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 19, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R23C3.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2020 Nissan Sentra?
The 2020 Nissan Sentra is EPA-rated at 33 MPG combined (29 city / 39 highway).
Is the 2020 Nissan Sentra reliable?
NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2020 Nissan Sentra. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.
How safe is the 2020 Nissan Sentra?
The 2020 Nissan Sentra earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2020 Nissan Sentra?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2020 Nissan Sentra costs roughly $1,218 per year to fuel, or about $6,091 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.
What type of vehicle is the 2020 Nissan Sentra?
The 2020 Nissan Sentra is classified as a midsize car. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.
Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC