Nissan Sentra Nissan Sentra 2009 Ford Focus Ford Focus 2012

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

Join Us

Nissan Sentra vs. Ford Focus 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.

Nissan Sentra vs. Ford Focus Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,475

Ford Focus SE   
Difference: $1,920

Lowest Total Invoice: $19,943

Ford Focus SE   
Difference: $1,777

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092012
ModelSentraFocus
TrimSE-RSE
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $20,660 $17,500
Base Invoice $19,265 $16,380
Floor mats 165  
Sunroof 1,000 795
Audio Package 850  
Convenience Package   395
Sport Package   895
6-speed automatic   1,095
Floor mats 130  
Sunroof 867 692
Audio Package 738  
Convenience Package   344
Sport Package   779
6-speed automatic   953
Options (change) 2,015 3,180
Options (change) 1,735 2,768
Destination 720 795
Total Price $23,395 $21,475
Total Invoice $21,720 $19,943

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 Nissan Sentra dealer quotes or Ford Focus 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: Nissan Sentra vs. Ford Focus

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Focus SE
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,305
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,135
Model Year20092012
ModelSentraFocus
TrimSE-RSE
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine177hp I4160hp I4
TransmissionCVT-6A6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)24/30 MPG28/38 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)340, 8?, 4
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17215/55-16
Total Price$23,395$21,475
Adjustments for Features0-385
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$23,395$21,090
Total Invoice$21,720$19,943
Adjustments for Features0-358
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,720$19,585

Return to top

Features Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Ford Focus

Model Year20092012
ModelSentraFocus
TrimSE-RSE
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT$1100 
6-speed automatic $1000
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key$250 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Brake assist $50
Safety key $5
Stability control $400
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100
Traction control $100
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50 
Spotter mirror(s) $50
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding second row seats $300
Metal pedals$75 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Touring suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$2,265$2,650
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$385
Value of Feature Adjustments0-358

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Ford Focus

Model Year20092012
ModelSentraFocus
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase105.7 in104.3 in
Length179.8 in178.5 in
Width70.5 in71.8 in
Height59.5 in57.7 in
Curb Weight3,102 lb.2,945 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.12.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in38.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.9 in55.6 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.1 in53.9 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom37.3 in38.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.1 in53.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.0 in52.7 in
Row 2 Legroom34.5 in33.2 in
Cargo Volume13.1 ft313.2 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra SE-R

Audio Package
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, in-dash200No
Rockford Fosgate, 340W, 8 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested550100%

Option Package Details
Ford Focus SE

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cruise control150Yes
Alarm100No
Map lights25No
Total Requested15055%
Total Not Requested12545%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Touring suspension (upgrade)250Yes
4-wheel disc brakes150Yes
Alloy wheels350Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Rear spoiler200Yes
Total Requested1100100%
Total Not Requested00%

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
See TrueDelta's information for all Nissan models.