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Nissan Sentra vs. Nissan Altima Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Nissan Sentra vs. Nissan Altima Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,195

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $4,705

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,431

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $4,248

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092012
ModelSentraAltima
TrimSE-R Spec V3.5 SR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $21,160 $25,570
Base Invoice $19,729 $23,697
Sunroof 750  
Limited-slip front differential 400  
Audio Package 850  
Floor mats 165 180
Bodyside moldings 150  
Sport Package   2,370
Sunroof 651  
Limited-slip front differential 347  
Audio Package 738  
Floor mats 130 146
Bodyside moldings 116  
Sport Package   2,056
Options (change) 2,315 2,550
Options (change) 1,982 2,202
Destination 720 780
Total Price $24,195 $28,900
Total Invoice $22,431 $26,679

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Nissan Altima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,765
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,534
Model Year20092012
ModelSentraAltima
TrimSE-R Spec V3.5 SR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine200hp I4270hp V6
TransmissionM6CVT-6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)21/29 MPG20/27 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)340, 8?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17215/55-17
Total Price$24,195$28,900
Adjustments for Features0-2,940
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,195$25,960
Total Invoice$22,431$26,679
Adjustments for Features0-2,714
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,431$23,965

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Features Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Nissan Altima

Model Year20092012
ModelSentraAltima
TrimSE-R Spec V3.5 SR
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250
Remote window/roof operation $15
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Stability control $400
Traction control $100
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip front differential$500 
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
MP3-compatible player$50 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Heated mirrors $25
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Folding second row seats $300
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Metal pedals$75 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$1,300$4,240
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,940
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,714

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

Specifications Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Nissan Altima

Model Year20092012
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 Weight3,078 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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See a complete comparison of Nissan Sentra vs. Nissan Altima specs.

Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V

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

Option Package Details
Nissan Altima 3.5 SR

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40Yes
Total Requested115100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Fog lights125Yes
Xenon HID headlights500No
Rear spoiler200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Dual-zone climate control125No
Automatic climate control, front200No
Total Requested122560%
Total Not Requested82540%

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