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Nissan Altima vs. Nissan Sentra Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Nissan Altima vs. Nissan Sentra Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,770

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $6,240

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,856

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $5,642

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200920092011
ModelAltimaAltimaSentra
Trim3.5 SE3.5 SLSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $25,180 $29,380 $20,620
Base Invoice $23,337 $27,221 $19,228
Technology Package 2,000 2,000  
Premium Package 2,460    
Floor mats 175 175 120
6-speed shiftable CVT 500    
Stability control   600  
Rear spoiler   370  
Upgrade Package     2,600
Mud guards     150
Auto-dimming rearview mirror     130
Bodyside moldings     150
Interior ambient lighting     240
Technology Package 1,735 1,735  
Premium Package 2,134    
Floor mats 134 134 94
6-speed shiftable CVT 463    
Stability control   520  
Rear spoiler   295  
Upgrade Package     2,255
Mud guards     115
Auto-dimming rearview mirror     112
Bodyside moldings     120
Interior ambient lighting     172
Options (change) 5,135 3,145 3,390
Options (change) 4,466 2,684 2,868
Destination 695 695 760
Total Price $31,010 $33,220 $24,770
Total Invoice $28,498 $30,600 $22,856

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Altima vs. Nissan Sentra

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,510
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,295
Model Year200920092011
ModelAltimaAltimaSentra
Trim3.5 SE3.5 SLSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine270hp V6270hp V6200hp I4
TransmissionCVT-6CVT-6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/26 MPG19/26 MPG21/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)264, 9264, 9340, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/55-17215/60-16225/45-17
Total Price$31,010$33,220$24,770
Adjustments for Features-4,730-4,6300
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$26,280$28,590$24,770
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,310$0
Total Invoice$28,498$30,600$22,856
Adjustments for Features-4,347-4,2650
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$24,151$26,335$22,856
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,184$0

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Features Comparison: Nissan Altima vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year200920092011
ModelAltimaAltimaSentra
Trim3.5 SE3.5 SLSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT$1100$1100 
6-speed manual  $150
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key$250$250 
Remote window/roof operation$15$15 
Tilt steering wheel, manual  $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250 
Universal garage door opener$100$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50$50 
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40$40 
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200$200 
Dual-zone climate control$125$125 
Interior air filter$0$0 
Rear air vents$100  
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip front differential  $500
Exterior 
Body kit  $0
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125$125 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100 
CD changer, in-dash$325$325 
CD player  $125
Traffic information$25$25 
USB port  $25
Voice control for nav and audio$100$100 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125$125 
Heated mirrors$25$25 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25 
Xenon HID headlights$500$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50 
Folding second row seats$300$300 
Heated front seats$200$200 
Leather door panel trim$250$250 
Leather seating surfaces$900$900 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat  $50
Metal pedals  $75
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)  $0
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0  
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Total Value of Features$5,805$5,705$1,075
Value of Feature Adjustments$4,730$4,630$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-4,347-4,2650

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See a complete comparison of Nissan Altima vs. Nissan Sentra features.

Specifications Comparison: Nissan Altima vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year20092011
ModelAltimaSentra
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase109.3 in105.7 in
Length189.8 in179.8 in
Width70.7 in70.5 in
Height57.9 in59.5 in
Curb Weight3,424 lb.3,078 lb.
Fuel Capacity20.0 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in40.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.7 in56.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room56.8 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom44.1 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom36.8 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.5 in55.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.5 in53.0 in
Row 2 Legroom35.8 in34.5 in
Cargo Volume15.3 ft313.1 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Nissan Altima vs. Nissan Sentra specs.

Option Package Details
Nissan Altima 3.5 SE

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic information25No
Total Requested170093%
Total Not Requested1257%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250No
Leather seating surfaces900No
Heated front seats200No
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50No
Bluetooth cell phone link100No
Dual-zone climate control125No
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Automatic climate control, front200No
CD changer, in-dash200No
Satellite radio200Yes
Bose, 264W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Rear air vents100No
Xenon HID headlights500No
Rear spoiler200Yes
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Total Requested137531%
Total Not Requested307569%

Option Package Details
Nissan Altima 3.5 SL

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic information25No
Total Requested80086%
Total Not Requested12514%

Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V

Upgrade Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Limited-slip front differential500No
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Rockford Fosgate, 340W, 8 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested198070%
Total Not Requested85030%

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