Lexus IS Lexus IS 2016 Nissan Sentra Nissan Sentra 2012

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Lexus IS vs. Nissan Sentra Price Comparison (MSRP)

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.

Lexus IS vs. Nissan Sentra Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,105

Nissan Sentra 2.0SR   
Difference: $19,025

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,556

Nissan Sentra 2.0SR   
Difference: $17,823

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20162016201620122012
ModelISISISSentraSentra
Trim200t3003502.0SR2.0SL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $37,325 $39,700 $40,870 $18,360 $19,760
Base Invoice $34,713 $36,921 $38,009 $17,125 $18,428
Navigation system 1,505 1,505 1,505    
Rearview camera 350 350 350    
Special Edition Package       1,300  
Mud guards       160 160
Floor mats       120 120
Auto-dimming rearview mirror       135 135
Interior ambient lighting       250 250
Special Value Package         990
Navigation system 1,392 1,392 1,392    
Rearview camera 324 324 324    
Special Edition Package       1,127  
Mud guards       118 118
Floor mats       94 94
Auto-dimming rearview mirror       116 116
Interior ambient lighting       196 196
Special Value Package         859
Options (change) 1,855 1,855 1,855 1,965 1,655
Options (change) 1,716 1,716 1,716 1,651 1,383
Destination 950 950 950 780 780
Total Price $40,130 $42,505 $43,675 $21,105 $22,195
Total Invoice $37,379 $39,587 $40,675 $19,556 $20,591

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Lexus IS dealer quotes or Nissan Sentra dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Lexus IS vs. Nissan Sentra

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Nissan Sentra 2.0SR
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $14,910
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $13,990
Model Year20162016201620122012
ModelISISISSentraSentra
Trim200t3003502.0SR2.0SL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine241hp I4255hp V6306hp V6140hp I4140hp I4
TransmissionT8T6T8CVTCVT
DrivetrainRWDAWDRWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)293, 8293, 8293, 8160, 6160, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17225/45-17225/40-18205/55-16205/55-16
Total Price$40,130$42,505$43,675$21,105$22,195
Adjustments for Features-4,115-5,815-4,1150-250
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$36,015$36,690$39,560$21,105$21,945
Cost Above Minimum$0$675$3,545$0$840
Total Invoice$37,379$39,587$40,675$19,556$20,591
Adjustments for Features-3,833-5,416-3,8320-232
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$33,546$34,171$36,843$19,556$20,359
Cost Above Minimum$0$625$3,297$0$803

Return to top

Features Comparison: Lexus IS vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year20162016201620122012
ModelISISISSentraSentra
Trim200t3003502.0SR2.0SL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1300 $1300  
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100   
CVT   $1000$1000
RWD$0 $0  
AWD $1700   
FWD   $0$0
Accessories 
Remote app$25$25$25  
Remote window/roof operation$15$15$15  
Tilt steering wheel, manual   $150$150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250$250  
Universal garage door opener$100$100$100  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes$150$150$150  
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats   $0$0
Brake assist$50$50$50  
Knee airbag, driver$75$75$75  
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75$75  
Rear side airbags$300$300$300  
Rearview camera$200$200$200 $200
Vehicle health reports$0$0$0  
Cargo Management 
Cargo net   $40$40
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25$25  
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100$100$100  
Automatic climate control, front$200$200$200  
Dual-zone climate control$125$125$125  
Interior air filter$0$0$0  
Rear air vents$100$100$100  
Water-repellent front-door glass$15$15$15  
Exterior 
Body kit   $0 
Bodyside moldings    $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25$25$25 
Rear spoiler   $200$200
Infotainment 
App support$0$0$0  
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25$25  
DVD-compatible player$0$0$0  
HD radio$50$50$50  
Siri Eyes Free support$0$0$0  
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25$25  
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200$200  
Traffic + travel information$25$25$25  
Traffic information   $25$25
Voice control for nav and audio$100$100$100  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25$25$25  
Automatic headlights$125$125$125  
Heated mirrors$25$25$25  
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25$25  
Xenon HID headlights$500$500$500  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100$100$100  
Heated front seats $200   
Manual height adjuster, driver seat   $50$50
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100  
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100  
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100  
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100  
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100  
Power recliner, driver seat$100$100$100  
Power recliner, passenger seat$100$100$100  
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100  
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100  
Synthetic leather seating surfaces$0$0$0  
Upholstered instrument cluster hood$50$50$50  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200$200  
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100$100$100  
Total Value of Features$5,605$7,305$5,605$1,490$1,740
Value of Feature Adjustments$4,115$5,815$4,115$0$250
Value of Feature Adjustments-3,833-5,416-3,8320-232

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Lexus IS vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year20162012
ModelISSentra
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase110.2 in105.7 in
Length183.7 in179.8 in
Width71.3 in70.5 in
Height56.3 in59.5 in
Curb Weight3,584 lb.2,854 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.4 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.2 in40.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in56.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.3 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom44.8 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom36.9 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.4 in55.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.0 in53.0 in
Row 2 Legroom32.2 in34.5 in
Cargo Volume10.8 ft313.1 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Lexus IS 200t

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio75No
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Speed limit information0No
Vehicle health reports0No
App support0No
Total Requested60086%
Total Not Requested10014%

Option Package Details
Lexus IS 300

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio75No
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Speed limit information0No
Vehicle health reports0No
App support0No
Total Requested60086%
Total Not Requested10014%

Option Package Details
Lexus IS 350

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio75No
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Speed limit information0No
Vehicle health reports0No
App support0No
Total Requested60086%
Total Not Requested10014%

Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra 2.0SR

Special Edition Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Cargo net40No
Proximity key250Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Traffic information25Yes
USB port-75Yes
Total Requested223098%
Total Not Requested402%

Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra 2.0SL

Special Value Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Cargo net40No
Total Requested178098%
Total Not Requested402%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans and Convertibles.
See TrueDelta's information for all Lexus models.