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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: $24,620

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $9,585

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,736

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $9,121

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112017
ModelSentraAltima
TrimSE-R Spec V3.5 SL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $20,620 $32,690
Base Invoice $19,228 $30,453
Upgrade Package 2,600  
Mud guards 150  
Floor mats 120 225
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 130  
Interior ambient lighting 240  
Rear spoiler   405
Upgrade Package 2,255  
Mud guards 115  
Floor mats 94 175
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 112  
Interior ambient lighting 172  
Rear spoiler   344
Options (change) 3,240 630
Options (change) 2,748 519
Destination 760 885
Total Price $24,620 $34,205
Total Invoice $22,736 $31,857

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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: $3,630
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,575
Model Year20112017
ModelSentraAltima
TrimSE-R Spec V3.5 SL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine200hp I4270hp V6
TransmissionM6CVT-7
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)21/28 MPG22/32 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)340, 8?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17235/45-18
Total Price$24,620$34,205
Adjustments for Features0-5,955
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,620$28,250
Total Invoice$22,736$31,857
Adjustments for Features0-5,546
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,736$26,311

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Features Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Nissan Altima

Model Year20112017
ModelSentraAltima
TrimSE-R Spec V3.5 SL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
7-speed manually-shiftable CVT $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel $100
Proximity key $250
Remote start $150
Remote window/roof operation $15
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 
Blind spot warning system $200
Brake assist $50
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
Obstacle detection, front $150
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip front differential$500 
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Infotainment 
App support $0
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
Siri Eyes Free support $0
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Traffic + travel information $25
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Compass $0
Heated mirrors $25
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only $750
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Folding second row seats $300
Heated front seats $200
Leather seating surfaces $900
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Metal pedals$75 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$925$6,880
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$5,955
Value of Feature Adjustments0-5,546

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

Specifications Comparison: Nissan Sentra vs. Nissan Altima

Model Year20112017
ModelSentraAltima
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase105.7 in109.3 in
Length179.8 in191.9 in
Width70.5 in72.0 in
Height59.5 in57.8 in
Curb Weight3,078 lb.3,412 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.18.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.9 in56.4 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.1 in54.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in45.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.3 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.1 in56.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.0 in52.1 in
Row 2 Legroom34.5 in36.1 in
Cargo Volume13.1 ft315.4 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

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

Option Package Details
Nissan Altima 3.5 SL

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%

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