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Nissan Sentra vs. BMW i3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Nissan Sentra vs. BMW i3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,135

Nissan Sentra SE-R   
Difference: $15,510

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,341

Nissan Sentra SE-R   
Difference: $14,739

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122017
ModelSentrai3
TrimSE-RBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Base Price $20,490 $44,450
Base Invoice $19,107 $42,020
Upgrade Package 2,450  
Mud guards 160  
Floor mats 120  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 135  
Metallic paint (extra cost)   700
Sunroof   1,000
Upgrade Package 2,126  
Mud guards 118  
Floor mats 94  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 116  
Metallic paint (extra cost)   645
Sunroof   920
Options (change) 2,865 1,700
Options (change) 2,454 1,565
Destination 780 995
Gas Tax 0 -7,500
Total Price $24,135 $39,645
Total Invoice $22,341 $37,080

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. BMW i3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Nissan Sentra SE-R
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $11,460
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,951
Model Year20122017
ModelSentrai3
TrimSE-RBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Engine177hp I4168hp E
TransmissionCVT-6A1
DrivetrainFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)24/30 MPG129/106 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)340, 8100, 4
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17155/70-19
Total Price$24,135$39,645
Adjustments for Features0-4,050
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,135$35,595
Total Invoice$22,341$37,080
Adjustments for Features0-3,788
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,341$33,292

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Features Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. BMW i3

Model Year20122017
ModelSentrai3
TrimSE-RBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT$1100 
1-speed automatic $800
FWD$0 
RWD $0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows$200 
Remote app $25
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Brake assist $50
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Rearview camera$200 
Temporary spare tire$150 
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Console with shifter$150 
Console without shifter $150
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100
Automatic climate control, front $200
Heat pump $250
Interior air filter $0
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear wiper $175
Residual heat $50
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Engine / Motor 
33 kWh battery pack $0
7.2 kW onboard charger $500
DC quick-charging capability $750
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Carbon fiber body structure $0
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD player$125 
HD radio $50
MP3-compatible player$50 
Satellite radio$200 
Satellite radio - one year subscription $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Traffic information $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75
Automatic headlights $125
Digital instruments $0
Large energy flow and fuel economy display $25
LED headlights $1000
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Steering-linked headlights $150
Tachometer$75 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding second row seats $300
Heated front seats $200
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Metal pedals$75 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$2,675$6,725
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$4,050
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,788

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See a complete comparison of Nissan Sentra vs. BMW i3 features.

Specifications Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. BMW i3

Model Year20122017
ModelSentrai3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Wheelbase105.7 in101.2 in
Length179.8 in157.4 in
Width70.5 in69.9 in
Height59.5 in62.1 in
Curb Weight3,102 lb.2,961 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.2.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.9 in54.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.1 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in0.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.3 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.1 in50.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.0 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom34.5 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		13.1 ft32.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		13.111.8 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Nissan Sentra vs. BMW i3 specs.

Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra SE-R

Upgrade Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Proximity key250Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200No
Rockford Fosgate, 340W, 8 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested203079%
Total Not Requested55021%

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