Compare 2026 vs 2025 Nissan Sentra

Performance

The Sentra is available in the S, SV, and SR trim levels for both model years. The same powertrain available in the 2025 Sentra is offered in all trim levels for the 2026 model year. This is a 149-horsepower, naturally aspirated 2.0-liter, four-cylinder engine. In 2026, the Sentra has an upgraded version of the 2025 Sentra's continuously variable automatic transmission. In addition, upgraded dampers have been added to the next-generation Sentra.

Appearance

The 2025 Nissan Sentra is styled with an athletic, flowing design and a forward-leaning position. The short hood's dramatic angle highlights the curved nose's wide grille. The extended LED headlights are mounted at an angle. The sides have well-defined back haunches and rocker panels.

The 2026 Sentra has a dramatically sloped roof with a tall yet swooping hood. The sides of the Sentra now have lightly defined creases along the upper and lower portions of the door panels. At the front, the V-motion grille takes on a wider shape and is mounted over a minimized, black bumper. On the sides of the grille, three body-colored bars angle outward to support the headlights. An LED ribbon underscores the almost linear headlights.

Features

In 2026, the Sentra now comes with a 12.3-inch infotainment system screen and higher-level upholstery options. Select trims are also now available with auto climate control, alloy wheels, remote keyless entry, faux leather upholstery, a power sunroof, and a heated steering wheel for the first time. In both 2025 and 2026, the Sentra is also available with a wireless hotspot, heated seats, remote engine start, a dual-zone auto climate control system, eight speakers for a Bose premium sound system, a surround-view camera, leather upholstery, adaptive cruise control, a 7-inch digital gauge panel, forward collision avoidance, a blind-spot alert, a lane departure alert, a USB port, remote keyless entry, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Test Drive the Nissan Sentra Today

With many of the latest models and trims in stock at Nissan of Chattanooga East, you can easily continue comparing the possibilities. Contact our sales team today for assistance with your new car search and to schedule a test drive of a new Sentra.