2026 Nissan Sentra
The 2026 Nissan Sentra is a midsize car, rated at 33 MPG combined by the EPA. NHTSA lists 1 recall for this model year.
- Combined MPG
- 33
- NHTSA safety
- Not rated
- Starting price
- $21,000
- Recalls
- 1
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Nissan |
|---|---|
| Model | Sentra |
| Model year | 2026 |
| 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 | 30 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 38 |
| Combined MPG | 33 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 269 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $1900 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Sentra (2-mode) | 33 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| Sentra (3-mode) | 33 MPG combined |
| Sentra SL/SR | 32 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 30 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 38 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
Estimate monthly payments and 5-year fuel cost using the tools in the sidebar. Figures use EPA fuel economy and current U.S. energy prices from EIA.
Safety ratings & recalls
SRC · NHTSA vPICNHTSA has not published NCAP crash-test ratings for this model year yet.
Recalls (1)
- SEATS26V145000 · 2026-03-13
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2026 Kicks and Sentra vehicles. The hook bracket of the front seat frames may be insufficiently welded, which can cause the front seat frames to become loose. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 207, "Seating Systems" and 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front seat assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 18, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261. Nissan's number for this recall is PMA64. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 13, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2026 Nissan Sentra?
The 2026 Nissan Sentra is EPA-rated at 33 MPG combined (30 city / 38 highway).
Is the 2026 Nissan Sentra reliable?
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2026 Nissan Sentra. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2026 Nissan Sentra?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2026 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 2026 Nissan Sentra?
The 2026 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