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Nissan Sentra vs. Nissan Altima Price Comparison

Nissan Sentra vs Nissan Altima Price Comparison:
Nissan Sentra vs Nissan Altima Price Comparison:

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Summary

For the Nissan Sentra vs. Nissan Altima price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Sentra vs. Altima Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Sentra and Altima will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Nissan Sentra SE-R's price is $4,840 lower than the Nissan Altima 3.5 SR's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the Sentra vs. Altima Features Comparison table we've tallied these features up and assigned monetary values to them using the site's default values. For example, compared to the Nissan Sentra SE-R, the Nissan Altima 3.5 SR includes additional features worth $3430. The TrueDelta Value Comparison figures include adjustments for most differences in feature content. However, they do not include advertising fees, factory-to-dealer incentives, or differences in engines, tires, seat configurations, and audio systems. Exceptions: They do include values for third-row seats and media players. Additional notes

0 In this case, despite a $3430 adjustment for the Nissan Altima 3.5 SR's additional features, the Nissan Sentra SE-R is $4,840 less than the Nissan Sentra SE-R.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Nissan Altima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Nissan Sentra SE-R
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 4,840
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 4,266
Model Year20122012
ModelSentraAltima
TrimSE-R3.5 SR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine177hp I4270hp V6
TransmissionCVT-6CVT-6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)24/30 MPG20/27 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers340, 8264, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17215/55-17
Total Price24,54032,810
Adjustments for Features0-3,430
Feature-Adjusted Total Price24,54029,380
Total Invoice22,66030,070
Adjustments for Features0-3,144
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice22,66026,926

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Invoice Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Nissan Altima

Price Comparison (MSRP): Nissan Sentra vs. Nissan Altima

The 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.

Lowest Total Price: Nissan Sentra SE-R
Difference: 8,270
Lowest Total Invoice: Nissan Sentra SE-R
Difference: 7,410
Model Year20122012
ModelSentraAltima
TrimSE-R3.5 SR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price20,49025,570
Base Invoice19,10723,697
Upgrade Package2,450 
Mud guards160 
Bodyside moldings155 
Floor mats120180
Auto-dimming rearview mirror135 
Interior ambient lighting250 
Technology Package 1,780
Premium Package 2,130
Sport Package 2,370
Upgrade Package 0
Mud guards 0
Bodyside moldings 0
Floor mats 146
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 0
Interior ambient lighting 0
Technology Package 1,543
Premium Package 1,848
Sport Package 2,056
Total options3,2706,460
Total options2,7735,593
Destination780780
Total Price24,54032,810
Total Invoice22,66030,070

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Features Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Nissan Altima

Model Year20122012
ModelSentraAltima
TrimSE-R3.5 SR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT$1100$1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Remote window/roof operation $15
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control and Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Automatic climate control, front $200
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
Dual-zone climate control $125
DVD-compatible player $0
Interior air filter $25
iPod integration$150 
Media drive, large $100
Rear air vents $100
Traffic + travel information $50
USB port $150
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Exterior 
Body kit$350 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Heated mirrors $25
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Xenon HID headlights $500
Powertrain 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Folding second row seats $300
Heated front seats $300
Leather seating surfaces $900
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Metal pedals$75 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Total Value of Features$1,975$5,405
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,430
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,144

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Specifications Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Nissan Altima

Model Year20122012
ModelSentraAltima
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase105.7 in109.3 in
Length179.8 in190.7 in
Width70.5 in70.7 in
Height59.5 in57.9 in
Curb Weight3,102 lb.3,357 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.20.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in40.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.9 in55.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.1 in56.8 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in44.1 in
Row 2 Headroom37.3 in36.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.1 in55.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.0 in52.5 in
Row 2 Legroom34.5 in35.8 in
Cargo Volume13.1 ft315.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
SE-R

Upgrade Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Proximity key250Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Rockford Fosgate, 340W, 8 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested223086%
Total Not Requested35014%

Option Package Details
3.5 SR

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
A/V input jacks50No
Media hard drive100No
Traffic + travel information50No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Total Requested60065%
Total Not Requested32535%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50No
Rear air vents100No
Leather seating surfaces900No
Heated front seats300No
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass25No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
MP3-compatible player50Yes
USB port150Yes
Bose, 264W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90033%
Total Not Requested182567%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Fog lights125Yes
Xenon HID headlights500No
Rear spoiler200Yes
Automatic climate control, front200No
Sunroof900Yes
Dual-zone climate control125No
Total Requested122560%
Total Not Requested82540%

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Nissan Sentra

Price of the Nissan Sentra: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Nissan Altima

Price of the Nissan Altima: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 2dr Coupe 175-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD		 I was able to get an Altima with options for what I perceived was a very good price.
2008 4dr Sedan 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD		 I saw all the rave reviews and features it had, and I thought the car would be around $40,000 CAD at least. However, it turned out to be $30,000 which was in my budget. I took it for a spin and was instantly sold.
2008 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD		 27K + list, $3,000 down, 24 months at $299 with 15K miles per year. This was a sweet deal.
2008 4dr Sedan 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed manual FWD		 Nissan Canada has 0.9% financing right now on all 2008 models.
2008 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD		 Lower than what I was paying on old car!
2007 4dr Sedan 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD		 The payments were very reasonable, and the dealer offered a good discount.
2007 4dr Sedan 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD		 Dealership Willing to negotiate.
2007 4dr Sedan 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD		 Considerably less. Dealership willing to negotiate vehicle price
2006 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 You can save a few thousnad dollars over the Camry and I feel the Altima is a better looking car.
2002 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 Lower price than Camry for more features
Price of the Nissan Altima: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD		 I lease it for $311/month with added tire/windshield/paintless dent repair. That's with no down payment.
2008 2dr Coupe 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed manual FWD		 not a good value for the money
2008 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD		 The Altima would have cost us $4000-$5000 more with similar equipment level.
2008 2dr Coupe 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD		 When I negotiated for the altima the cheapest the dealership would come down to was just over 25,000. It was the 2.5 sl package (leather, bose stereo, etc. For another 1,400 I bought the accord v6 with the premium stereo, leather, moonroof, etc.
2007 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD		 The price is a bit on the high side when comparing to domestic automobiles, yet a lot can be said about costumer service and a high quality product. I for one will be a repeat costumer of nissans
2005 4dr Sedan 250-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 High $20k for an SE

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