Nissan Sentra - Generation 1.2 (2004-2014)

NISSAN SENTRA (2004-2014)

Technically riding on the Sylphy platform and this update had the "Exalta" name dropped and had new sets of lights, grilles, and some other items. There are numerous changes that occurred so pay attention to the unit.

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OWNERSHIP DETAILS	180GT	1.6 GS/i-Style	1.6 GSX	1.3 GX-S	1.3 GX
Years Available	February 2004-December 2006	February 2004-March 2014 (Regular), August 2005-October 2008 (i-Style)	February 2004-March 2014	February 2010-2011	February 2004-March 2014
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	QG18DE 1.8 DOHC 16V I4	QG16DE 1.6 DOHC 16V I4	QG16DE 1.6 DOHC 16V I4	QG13DE 1.3 DOHC 16V I4	QG13DE 1.3 DOHC 16V I4
Horsepower	129hp @ 6,000rpm	114hp @ 6,000rpm	114hp @ 6,000rpm	94hp @ 6,000rpm	94hp @ 6,000rpm
Torque	164Nm @ 4,400rpm	146Nm @ 4,400rpm	146Nm @ 4,400rpm	123Nm @ 4,400rpm	123Nm @ 4,400rpm
Fuel Type	Gasoline/93 Octane	Gasoline/93 Octane	Gasoline/93 Octane	Gasoline/93 Octane	Gasoline/93 Octane
Fuel System	VTC EFI	VTC EFI	VTC EFI	Electronic Fuel Injection	Electronic Fuel Injection
Transmission	4-Speed Automatic	4-Speed Automatic	5-Speed Manual, 4-Speed Automatic	5-Speed Manual, 4-Speed Automatic	5-Speed Manual, 4-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity	50 Liters	50 Liters	50 Liters	50 Liters	50 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,470mm	4,470mm	4,470mm	4,470mm	4,470mm
Width	1,710mm	1,710mm	1,710mm	1,710mm	1,710mm
Height	1,440mm	1,440mm	1,440mm	1,440mm	1,440mm
Wheelbase	2,535mm	2,535mm	2,535mm	2,535mm	2,535mm
Curb Weight	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Body Style	4-Door Sedan	4-Door Sedan	4-Door Sedan	4-Door Sedan	4-Door Sedan
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating	5	5	5	5	5
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	Independent McPherson Strut and Coil Spring with Transverse Link & Stabilizer Bar	Independent McPherson Strut and Coil Spring with Transverse Link & Stabilizer Bar	Independent McPherson Strut and Coil Spring with Transverse Link & Stabilizer Bar	Independent McPherson Strut and Coil Spring with Transverse Link	Independent McPherson Strut and Coil Spring with Transverse Link
Rear Suspension	Multi Link Beam	Multi Link Beam	Multi Link Beam	Multi Link Beam	Multi Link Beam
Front Brakes	Ventilated Disc	Ventilated Disc	Ventilated Disc	Ventilated Disc	Ventilated Disc
Rear Brakes	Disc	Disc	Drum	Drum	Drum
Tires	195/60 R15	195/60 R15	185/65 R14	185/65 R14	185/65 R14
Wheels	15 Inch Alloy	15 Inch Alloy	14 Inch Alloy	14 Inch Alloy	14 Inch Alloy (GX PWR MT or AT) or Steel (MT)
SAFETY
Airbags	2	1	0	0	0
Anti-Lock Brakes	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake Assist	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake Assist	None	None	None
Traction/Stability Control	None	None	None	None	None
Other Safety Features	None	Adds: Reverse Parking Sensors	Adds: LED High Mount Stop Lamp	Adds: Back Up Sensors	None
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	Front	None or Front (i-Style)	Front (Dealer Option)	None	None
Other Exterior Features	Adds: Chrome Door Handles	Adds: Chrome Plated License Plate Cover, Smoked Headlamps, Side Mirror Signal Repeaters. i-Style: Blacked Out Tail Lamps. Optional, Christmas Package: Rear Spoiler, Side Mirror Signal Repeater, Rear Skirt, Front Chin Spoiler, Side Skirt. Optional, Nismo Package: Nismo Body Kits.	Adds: Front and Rear Headlamps with Masked Background Cluster, Body Color Door Handles, Mudguards, Glass Printed Antenna. Optional, Christmas Package: Rear Spoiler, Side Mirror Signal Repeater, Rear Skirt, Front Chin Spoiler, Side Skirt. Optional, Nismo Package: Nismo Body Kits.	Adds: Chrome Grill with Inserts, Body Colored Door Handles and License Plate Cover	Chrome Plated Grille Design and License Plate Cover, Front and Rear Headlamps with Chrome Plated Backround Cluster, Black Door Handles and Side Mirrors, Pillar Mounted Antenna
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt	Tilt	Tilt	Tilt	Tilt
Steering Wheel Material	Leather with Carbon Fiber	Urethane	Urethane	Urethane	Urethane
Seating Adjustment	Manual	Manual	Manual	Manual	Manual
Seating Material	Leather	Sports Jersey Fabric or Leather	Sports Jersey Fabric or Leather	Fabric	Fabric
Other Interior Features	Adds: Carbon Fiber Accents, Fine Vision Gauges, Rear Armrest Cup Holders	Adds: None. i-Style: Heads-Up Display, Overhead Console	Adds: Map Lamp, Sunglass Holder, Heads-Up Display	None	None
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering , Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors	Steering , Windows, Door Locks (Speed Sensing), Mirrors	Steering , Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors	Steering , Windows, Door Locks	Steering , Windows (AT models), Door Locks
Climate Control	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Manual	Manual
Audio System	AM/FM/6 or 12 CD	AM/FM/CD	AM/FM/CD	AM/FM/CD	AM/FM/Cassette or CD
Speakers	6	4	4	4	2
Steering Wheel Controls	None	None	None	None	None
Alarm	Yes	Yes	None	None	None
Keyless Entry	Yes, with Immobilizer	Yes, with Immobilizer	None	None	None
NOTES	Upgraded from 6 to 12 CD capability in October 2005.	Upgraded to leather in August 2005. Smoked headlamps and side mirror signal repeaters added in October 2008. Christmas Package only available in December 2006. NISMO Package available in 2005.	Upgraded to leather in August 2005. AT model discontinued in October 2008, with leather seats being exclusive in the AT then transferred in the MT. Christmas Package only available in December 2006. NISMO Package available in 2005.		Power windows standard on AT models from February 2004 until an MT model with power amenities was launched in October 2008. Changed to CD player in October 2005.
RIVALS	1.6 and 1.8: Chevrolet Cruze, Chevrolet Optra, Ford Focus, Ford Lynx, Honda Civic, Hyundai Elantra, Mazda 3, Mitsubishi Lancer, Toyota Corolla Altis	1.3: Honda City, Hyundai Accent, Kia Rio, Toyota Vios

Nissan Sentra - Generation 4.1 (1995-1997)

NISSAN SENTRA (1995-1997)

Called as the B14 Sentra, the fourth generation model implemented an all EFI line-up (the previous body LEC was sold). Initial models were the EX Saloon and Super Saloon with spin off models of the latter came to the picture.

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OWNERSHIP DETAILS	Super Touring	1.6 Super Saloon SE	1.6 Super Saloon	1.4 EX Saloon
Years Available	July 1996-July 1997	Only Available in 1996	March 1995-July 1997	March 1995-July 1997
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	GA16DNE 1.6 DOHC 16V I4	GA16DNE 1.6 DOHC 16V I4	GA16DNE 1.6 DOHC 16V I4	GA14DE 1.4 DOHC 16V I4
Horsepower	110hp @ 6,000rpm	110hp @ 6,000rpm	110hp @ 6,000rpm	87hp @ 6,000rpm
Torque	138Nm @ 4,000rpm	138Nm @ 4,000rpm	138Nm @ 4,000rpm	116Nm @ 4,000rpm
Fuel Type	Gasoline/93 Octane	Gasoline/93 Octane	Gasoline/93 Octane	Gasoline/93 Octane
Fuel System	Electronic Fuel Injection	Electronic Fuel Injection	Electronic Fuel Injection	Electronic Fuel Injection
Transmission	5-Speed Manual, 4-Speed Automatic	5-Speed Manual	5-Speed Manual, 4-Speed Automatic	5-Speed Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity	50 Liters	50 Liters	50 Liters	50 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,343mm	4,343mm	4,343mm	4,343mm
Width	1,692mm	1,692mm	1,692mm	1,692mm
Height	1,384mm	1,384mm	1,384mm	1,384mm
Wheelbase	2,535mm	2,535mm	2,535mm	2,535mm
Curb Weight
Body Style	4-Door Sedan	4-Door Sedan	4-Door Sedan	4-Door Sedan
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating	5	5	5	5
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	McPherson Strut	McPherson Strut	McPherson Strut	McPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Multi Link	Multi Link	Multi Link	Multi Link
Front Brakes	Vented Disc	Vented Disc	Vented Disc	Vented Disc
Rear Brakes	Disc	Disc	Drum	Drum
Tires
Wheels	14 Inch Alloy	14 Inch Alloy	14 Inch Alloy	14 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags	0	0	0	0
Anti-Lock Brakes	Yes	Yes	None	None
Traction/Stability Control	None	None	None	None
Other Safety Features	None	None	None	None
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	Front	None	None	None
Other Exterior Features	Adds: Body Kits, Rear Spoiler	Adds: Body Stickers	Adds: Body Color Side Mirrors	Black Bumpers, Door Handles, and Side Mirrors
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt	Tilt	Tilt	Tilt
Steering Wheel Material	Urethane	Urethane	Urethane	Urethane
Seating Adjustment	Manual	Manual	Manual	Manual
Seating Material	Fabric	Fabric	Fabric	Fabric
Other Interior Features	Adds: None	Adds: None	Adds: None	Tachometer
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors	Steering
Climate Control	Manual	Manual	Manual	Manual
Audio System	AM/FM/Cassette	AM/FM/Cassette	AM/FM/Cassette	AM/FM/Cassette
Speakers	4	4	4	4
Steering Wheel Controls	None	None	None	None
Alarm	None	None	None	None
Keyless Entry	None	None	None	None
NOTES
RIVALS	Honda Civic, Hyundai Elantra, Mazda 323 Familia, Mitsubishi Lancer, Proton Wira, Toyota Corolla

Nissan Sentra - Generation 4.2 (1997-2000)

NISSAN SENTRA (1997-2000)

An update done in 1997 treated the Sentra for some exterior revisions and the Super Saloon finally gained airbags and ABS brakes. The FE and GTS (a limited edition model) was added.

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OWNERSHIP DETAILS	GTS	1.6 Super Saloon	1.4 EX Saloon	1.3 FE
Years Available	June 1999-March 2000	July 1997-March 2000	July 1997-March 2000	July 1997-March 2000
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	GA16DNE 1.6 DOHC 16V I4	GA16DNE 1.6 DOHC 16V I4	GA14DE 1.4 DOHC 16V I4	GA13DS 1.3 DOHC 16V I4
Horsepower	110hp @ 6,000rpm	110hp @ 6,000rpm	87hp @ 6,000rpm	79hp @ 6,000rpm
Torque	138Nm @ 4,000rpm	138Nm @ 4,000rpm	116Nm @ 4,000rpm	104Nm @ 3,600rpm
Fuel Type	Gasoline/93 Octane	Gasoline/93 Octane	Gasoline/93 Octane	Gasoline/93 Octane
Fuel System	Electronic Fuel Injection	Electronic Fuel Injection	Electronic Fuel Injection	Carburetor
Transmission	4-Speed Automatic	5-Speed Manual, 4-Speed Automatic	5-Speed Manual, 4-Speed Automatic	5-Speed Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity	50 Liters	50 Liters	50 Liters	50 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,343mm	4,343mm	4,343mm	4,343mm
Width	1,692mm	1,692mm	1,692mm	1,692mm
Height	1,384mm	1,384mm	1,384mm	1,384mm
Wheelbase	2,535mm	2,535mm	2,535mm	2,535mm
Curb Weight
Body Style	4-Door Sedan	4-Door Sedan	4-Door Sedan	4-Door Sedan
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating	5	5	5	5
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	McPherson Strut	McPherson Strut	McPherson Strut	McPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Multi Link	Multi Link	Multi Link	Multi Link
Front Brakes	Vented Disc	Vented Disc	Vented Disc	Vented Disc
Rear Brakes	Drum	Drum	Drum	Drum
Tires
Wheels	14 Inch Alloy	14 Inch Alloy	14 Inch Alloy	13 Inch Steel
SAFETY
Airbags	1	1	0	0
Anti-Lock Brakes	Yes	Yes	None	None
Traction/Stability Control	None	None	None	None
Other Safety Features	None	None	None	None
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	Front	None	None	None
Other Exterior Features	Adds: Body Kits, Rear Spoiler, Revised Grille	Adds: Body Color Side Mirrors	Adds: None	Black Door Handles, Side Mirrors, and Bumpers
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt	Tilt	Tilt	Tilt
Steering Wheel Material	Urethane	Urethane	Urethane	Urethane
Seating Adjustment	Manual	Manual	Manual	Manual
Seating Material	Fabric	Fabric	Fabric	Fabric
Other Interior Features	Adds: None	Adds: None	Adds: Tachometer	None
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors	Steering
Climate Control	Manual	Manual	Manual	Manual
Audio System	AM/FM/Cassette	AM/FM/Cassette	AM/FM/Cassette	AM/FM/Cassette
Speakers	4	4	4	2
Steering Wheel Controls	None	None	None	None
Alarm	None	None	None	None
Keyless Entry	None	None	None	None
NOTES
RIVALS	Honda Civic, Hyundai Elantra, Mazda 323 Familia, Mitsubishi Lancer, Toyota Corolla

Car Profiles - Nissan Sentra (2010-2014)

2010-2014 Nissan Sentra

The Good: Space and price

The Bad: Interior quality and CVT performance

The Say: Other 2.0 sedans are better buys.

Go For: 200
Avoid: 

Price Range: P450,000-P800,000
Our Rating: **

Related Review: None as of the Moment
Latest vehicle profile: Nissan Sylphy

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2010-2014

Used Car Review - Nissan Sentra (2004-Current)

Hunting for a car this school year? Let Myk Belmonte give you one choice to consider.

2004-Current Nissan Sentra

History
When it comes to the hunt for the school car, these vehicles are the usual suspects among teeners: Civic, Corolla, Lancer, 3, Elantra, City, Vios, Swift, Jazz, Fiesta, Montero, and Fortuner. During the time when Marvin Agustin and Jolina Magdangal were the KatNiel back then, college students back then were confined to the common Corolla, Civic, Lancer, and Sentra. The latter vehicle is the subject of our review here, especially that this month you'll see your ugly classmates and terror professors which necessitates your own wheels to school and were are giving you a suggestion.

Under the N16 code, the Sentra is sold under the Pulsar, Bluebird Sylphy, and Almera badges through selling life. Much of the description on this paragraph applies in this review.

Although this model runs through the N16 platform, it has been extensively updated including the dropping of the Exalta moniker after its four year usage. What used to be known for its standard sunroof, leather seats, and VCD player was traded for affordability and this one spelled the doom of Nissan in which it sold heavily towards taxi operators. Despite the introduction of the Sentra 200 from Mexico last 2010 and the new Sylphy in 2014, this body style would be still in production albeit in 1.3 guise. Available variants include the 1.3 GX, 1.6 GSX, 1.6 GX, and 1.8 180GT.

Value and Costs
Nissan vehicles aren't known for their stellar resale values, which means picking up a unit will cost you less compared to an established brand of the same vintage. If your parents haven't gave you a graduation gift last March, then this is the perfect car that you can egg them to convince your pops given its low prices. Given its long production run, focus on the vehicle condition especially changes were minimal.

Sentras are reliable vehicles, but it does not mean they are trouble free. Apart from the usual wear and tear, one must check the suspension shocks since it tends to soften up especially if the car is filled to the brim and the MAF sensor inside the QG engines are sensitive to dirt which can decrease performance. Since this car is a taxicab favorite, ex-cabbies are a no-no since their condition is questionable.

Exterior and Interior
Utilizing the same body, more cosmetic changes occurred such as a new grille, headlamps, and tailights that similarly resemble the first generation Teana. Although the changes liven up the otherwise aging model, the efforts are otherwise fine. Before anything else, steel wheels are standard on the 1.3 GX while other models (including the power version of the GX) carry alloys and side skirts come as an option for some units.

Trim levels of this generation of Sentra have varying equipment so lets delve on them one by one. Going to the basic 1.3 GX gives you a CD player (first units have a cassette tuner) while an upgraded model carries all power amenities. The 1.6 GSX will give you an automatic climate control and an overhead console but if you really want airbags and speed sensing door locks, go with a 2007 and earlier unit especially these options were dropped later on. Standard interior amenities for the 1.6 GX are sports jersey seats, alarm system, and keyless entry. The discontinued 180GT has carbon fiber accents (as opposed to the black of the 1.3 models and black and beige motif of the 1.6), and leather seats. The space problem is still there as four can travel in a comfortable fashion.

Engine
The three engine options are still from the QG family and shared among numerous Nissan models worldwide. Your first option (and the most common) is the QG13DE 1,295cc with 95hp at 6,000rpm and 125Nm at 4,400rpm. The second engine that you might encounter is the QG16DE 1,597cc carrying 116hp at 6,000rpm and 149Nm at 4,400rpm and the rare one is the QG18DE 1,769cc having 128hp at 6,000rpm and 176Nm at 4,400rpm. We shall give the rundown on each of the engines here: the 1.3 is decent enough but whines when driven hard (avoid the automatic unless you need it), the 1.6 is balanced but you need to push harder, while the 1.8 has a relaxed personality. So we suggest you to choose wisely based on your requirements.

Driving Impressions
Still the same comment from its Exalta predecessor, the Sentra is at home when driving at long distances. Handling isn't still the best especially it tends to be light but it has the advantage when it comes to maneuvering, thanks to a tight steering radius.

Verdict
School time is fun, but can be frustrating as well; so does the need for you school car. Going to the second hand route gives you lots of options and one that you can pitch in is the Sentra, despite the fact your schoolmates will call you the dakilang taxi driver. But hey, who cares since you have a car and they don't. Happy shopping.

The Good:

• Cheap to buy
• Cheap to own
• Roomy cabin

The Bad:

• Underpowered 1.3 engine
• Lacks airbags on lower variants
• Hard plastic galore

The Pick: 1.6 GSX

THE SPECS

Engines: 1,295cc QG13DE, 1,597cc QG16DE, and 1,769cc QG18DE I4 gasoline

Power: 95hp @ 6,000rpm (1.3), 116hp @ 6,000rpm (1.6), 128hp @ 6,000rpm (1.8)

Torque: 125Nm @ 4,400rpm (1.3), 149Nm @ 4,400rpm (1.6), 176Nm @ 4,400rpm (1.8)

Fuel Consumption: 7-10km/L (city), 8-11km/L (highway) (*estimated and varies)

Transmission: 5-speed manual, 4-speed automatic

Suspension: Front independent McPherson strut, rear rigid axle with torsion beam

MORE INFO

Price (New): P550,000-P888,000

Price (Now): P190,000-P450,000

Rivals: Chevrolet Optra, Ford Lynx, Ford Focus, Honda Civic, Hyundai Elantra, Mazda 3, Mitsubishi Lancer, Toyota Corolla Altis

On Sale: 2004-Current

Resources:

http://www.sentraclubph.org/

Contacts:

Nissan Mantrade - (02) 812-6789

Nissan Gallery Ortigas - (02) 635-5888

Nissan Gallery Quezon Avenue - (02) 731-5808

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