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2021 Nissan Sentra

The 2021 Nissan Sentra is a midsize car, rated at 33 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for this model year.

2021 Nissan Sentra
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Combined MPG
33
NHTSA safety
Starting price
$21,000
Recalls
3

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeNissan
ModelSentra
Model year2021
Vehicle classMidsize Car

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement2 L
Cylinders4
TransmissionAutomatic (variable gear ratios)
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG29
Highway MPG39
Combined MPG33
CO₂ tailpipe268 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$1900

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Sentra33 MPG combined
Sentra SR32 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City29 MPG
Highway39 MPG
Combined33 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

Sentra33 MPG
Class average36.9 MPG

About 11% below the class average.

Est. monthly payment
$370/mo
Amount financed
$18,900
Total interest
$3,288
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5-year fuel cost
$6,091

$1,218/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG33
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
Overall
Frontal crash
Side crash
Rollover

Recalls (3)

  • 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.

  • 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 2021 Nissan Sentra?

The 2021 Nissan Sentra is EPA-rated at 33 MPG combined (29 city / 39 highway).

Is the 2021 Nissan Sentra reliable?

NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2021 Nissan Sentra. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How safe is the 2021 Nissan Sentra?

The 2021 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 2021 Nissan Sentra?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2021 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 2021 Nissan Sentra?

The 2021 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