Mitsubishi Lancer vs. Nissan Sentra Price Comparison
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For the Mitsubishi Lancer vs. Nissan Sentra price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Lancer vs. Sentra Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Lancer and Sentra will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V's price is $670 lower than the Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart's price |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mitsubishi Lancer vs. Nissan Sentra
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 670 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 1,075 | ||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 |
| Model | Lancer | Sentra |
| Trim | Ralliart | SE-R Spec V |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 237hp I4 | 200hp I4 |
| Transmission | S6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/25 MPG | 21/28 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers | 140, 6 | 160, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/45-18 | 225/45-17 |
| Total Price | 27,185 | 21,890 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,625 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | 22,560 | 21,890 |
| Total Invoice | 25,932 | 20,445 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,412 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | 21,520 | 20,445 |
Invoice Comparison: Mitsubishi Lancer vs. Nissan Sentra
Price Comparison (MSRP): Mitsubishi Lancer vs. Nissan SentraThe sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
| Lowest Total Price: Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V | ||
| Difference: 5,295 | ||
| Lowest Total Invoice: Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V | ||
| Difference: 5,487 | ||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 |
| Model | Lancer | Sentra |
| Trim | Ralliart | SE-R Spec V |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | 26,490 | 20,990 |
| Base Invoice | 25,237 | 19,571 |
| Floor mats | 120 | |
| Floor mats | 94 | |
| Total options | 0 | 120 |
| Total options | 0 | 94 |
| Destination | 695 | 780 |
| Total Price | 27,185 | 21,890 |
| Total Invoice | 25,932 | 20,445 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the the Mitsubishi Lancer
| Price of the Mitsubishi Lancer: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD | Was a little higher than I wanted but got the Price to where I could go new rather than used. Payments at $200 mo. |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD | Thousands less than other cars I looked at with comparable features. Was interested in a car with paddle shifting. Looked at Acura TSX, Lexus IS 250, Mazda 6 and others. Got car for under dealer invoice. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD | Good price for gts with navi 23800 sticker payed 21000 less 1000 rebate |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD | Good, got it for 2.5k under MSRP. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 152-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD | I paid $19,500 for a fully loaded Lancer GTS - easily beating what that could have cost me in a fully-loaded Civic (with less features). |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 120-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD | It had 0% for 5 years and I liked that. |
| Price of the Mitsubishi Lancer: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 152-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD | At the time Aug. 2009 I paid out the door $30,500 canadian, no flexibility in price negotiations but to be fair it was new to Canada. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 291hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual AWD | Nothing, but would of bought instead if I knew they were going to offer 0% financing a month later. |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the the Nissan Sentra
| Price of the Nissan Sentra: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD | Car was priced at $13,999 making payments under $200 a month. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 177-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD | We lease for $250 a month for 24 months and 15,000 miles per year with only $500 down. Payments include tax. |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD | VERY inexpensive to own & maintain |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD | They were pretty darned inexpensive new, and downright cheap used. |
| 2004 | 4dr Sedan 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD | Paid $14,000 |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD | Price was not bad when I got it for the indicated performance(things are changing now that other manufacturers are getting better and cheaper) |
| Price of the Nissan Sentra: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD | I think this car is slightly overpriced. Though depending on when and where you buy, there is potential for a good deal. |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD | To get the essential features, you are forced to buy overpriced bundles with trivial value features. |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD | seems like for 25k fully loaded yu shld get leather and a little bit more thoughtfully tuned suspension |
Features Comparison: Mitsubishi Lancer vs. Nissan Sentra
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 |
| Model | Lancer | Sentra |
| Trim | Ralliart | SE-R Spec V |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $100 | |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | ||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | |
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | |
| Aux input | $100 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| Interior air filter | $25 | |
| iPod integration | $150 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Hood scoop | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Powertrain | ||
| Adjustable center differential | $275 | |
| Limited-slip front differential | $275 | |
| Limited-slip rear differential | $275 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,025 | $400 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,625 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,412 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mitsubishi Lancer vs. Nissan Sentra
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 |
| Model | Lancer | Sentra |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 103.7 in | 105.7 in |
| Length | 180.0 in | 179.8 in |
| Width | 69.4 in | 70.5 in |
| Height | 58.7 in | 59.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,480 lb. | 3,078 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.3 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.6 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.7 in | 56.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.3 in | 54.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.9 in | 37.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.3 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.1 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.1 in | 34.5 in |
| Cargo Volume | 11.6 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
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What Our Members Are Saying about Mitsubishi Lancer Materials and Workmanship
| Available Features of the Mitsubishi Lancer: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 152-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD |
It feels like a solid car. I have only had one thing wrong with it, and that was the fuel pump getting stuck. It was replaced under warranty though. |
| Materials and Workmanship of the Mitsubishi Lancer: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch 148-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Its rattles have rattles. And those rattles have buzzes. It sounds like the interior is going to self destruct under low RPM. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
the plastic trim pieces around the doors and the arm rest area look and feel cheap but then again the car is pretty cheap to start with. |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Well that is the same thing as relibility |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 291hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual AWD |
Not bad, better than my last Dodge but could be better still. |
What Our Members Are Saying about Nissan Sentra Materials and Workmanship
| Available Features of the Nissan Sentra: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
very well built for an import car |
| Materials and Workmanship of the Nissan Sentra: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD |
Some interior bits are EASILY scratched. |
| 2004 | 4dr Sedan 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
First week of ownership, glove box fell out onto floor, dash panel popped off. |
| 2003 | 4dr Sedan 165-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
They obviously never tested these vehicles prior to selling them. While the 2.5 ingine was great in performance the engine was built horribly. Sensors failing, transmission problems, Engine fires. Materials used to build everything under the hood is garbg |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
As expected, there is widespread use of plastics in the interior (it's not a G35 sedan, y'know), and these tend to be prone to cracking over time, especially if you park outside all the time. The fit and finish is good, even though an occasional rattle can be heard. Also, the clips that hold both bumpers and front grills in place could have been better. The fit and finish isn't all that bad, though, the car's pretty solid despite these quirks. |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Poor quality paint Poor quality materials which die before usual mileage but is not bad if you drive a lot and are still within warranty... 6 months out of warranty and you are out of luck even with very very low miles |
