Overview & Reviews

The base model is now simply called "Base" instead of S. Nissan works to quiet the Sentra's interior by using a bigger muffler and reducing the number of suspension-mounting points.

• Relatively powerful engine, nice interior ergonomics, and good fuel economy.

• Boring styling.

User Reviews:

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  A good buy for your money - 1997 Nissan Sentra
  By Abbyt - January 17 - 10:00 am

  This vehicle has been great to me. Its very reliable, you wont get stuck with this one. Its fun to drive and definitely a great first car.

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  What a Car! - 1997 Nissan Sentra
  By Bret Bowman - February 14 - 12:13 am

  Im preparing to put 185,000 miles on my 97 Sentra and it still drives like almost new. I do need to change the struts, tie rod ends, and a few other minor things, but after 185,000 miles you expect to need to do that. Its been the most reliable car Ive ever owned and was cheap to purchase when it was one year old. I installed a remote start alarm with windows roll up modules, a decent stereo and its now a fun car to drive. I love this car and how reliable it is. I especially love that it has a timing CHAIN (not belt). Not sure why any auto maker is still using timing belts. Thank you Nissan for quality vehicle that lasts and lasts!

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  Great on gas, but has a few problems - 1997 Nissan Sentra
  By SHEILA - February 10 - 6:33 pm

  I purchased my 1997 Nissan Sentra in 1998,overall it has been very reliable. The good: not even the harsh winters of Minnesots have stopped this car from running. Also, you cant beat the gas mileage. The bad: Ive had consistent problems with the windshield wipers not working, and the check engine light coming on. In January 2005, the master cylinder went out. The cost to repair this, plus get new rear brakes was over $1,000. This has been the only major repair Ive needed, but I am wondering if this is the beginning of the end for this car-which still has less than 100,000 miles on it. One warning, this is a tiny car. My significant other, at 6" 4looks like a circus clown trying to fold his frame into the passenger seat.