Overview & Reviews

Prices have crept up, making the Sentra a hard sell against the Neon, Prizm and Cavalier. Still, you may be able to find a good deal on a former rental vehicle. We've seen tons of them at the Alamo rental lots.

User Reviews:

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  Bomb Proof Dependability - 1996 Nissan Sentra
  By Ray-ray - December 12 - 10:33 pm

  This car doesnt ask any questions. Turn the key and drive unlimited. Worst fuel economy: 24 MPG Best: 42 MPG Average: 33 MPG. Top speed: 110 Snow driving: like a snowmobile but dont turn while braking. Miles driven in 14 years: 243,300. Black is a hard color to keep up. Had some Alternator troubles. Rebuilt alternators are hit or miss. Fast driving will blow the valve cover gasket. Not worth going over 80. better to sit in than an Altima. Good rear visibility, not like newer cars.

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  I LOVE this car - 1996 Nissan Sentra
  By Nissy Missy - December 5 - 2:00 am

  I purchased this car after seeing a friends. I have never regretted the purchase! This is a zippy little car that continues to look great after six years. It rides very smoothly, the five speed manual transmission is smooth, and I really hate giving it up. My only reason for thinking of giving it up is because Id like a car with automatic transmission that isnt so low to the ground (arthritis is cramping my style). I have really enjoyed this car; its a lot of fun to drive!

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  Rusty but trusty - 1996 Nissan Sentra
  By D-murray - November 6 - 12:30 pm

  I stopped taking care of this car about two years ago and cant kill it. It has <150K miles on it. Rust started as a couple small bubbles in paint and EXPLODED over the last 18months. Only thing I ever did to this thing in over five years and 70k miles is replace spark plug wires, and of course brakes and tires.

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  Rust eats this car fast - 1996 Nissan Sentra
  By sentraowner - September 30 - 10:16 pm

  Very reliable car but rust eats it very quick. My major complain is the metal used in the frame chasis and exterior and the paint, very bad quality. the interior plastics in the doors are also cheap and break easily. Ive been driving it for 7 years bought it used with 70K, and only minor repairs due to a wife learning to drive messing up everything. Other than that you only need to change oil to this car every once in a while, very reliable. Rust eats this car very quick not only the cheap panels but the frame and chasis (but Im in cold weather, no garaged, salt on streets) I think Im better off paying for a frame replacement and body work than buying the cheap made new models.

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  Original Owner - 1996 Nissan Sentra
  By proud nissan owner - September 24 - 2:00 am

  I have had this car eight years... I have replaced the tires, 2 shocks, alternator, battery, and catalytic converter (the O2 sensor rusted off). Not bad at all for 8 years use. The belts are not toothed and tend to squeek unless you tighten them often or replace them every couple of years. I believe this car will go another 100k miles and still look good.

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  Review @ 150,000 mi... - 1996 Nissan Sentra
  By tja - August 28 - 10:00 am

  Very satisfied with this car. Replaced starter and O2 sensor, many miles ago. Of course theres been brakes and tires, and CV axles (around the 120k mark) I would consider this an execptionally low cost vehicle to own. All features still work flawlessly, and the interior is holding up just fine. Would recommend to anyone.

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  Reliable - 1996 Nissan Sentra
  By sunnyface5 - June 23 - 10:00 am

  I purchased this veh 3yrs ago with 75,000 miles - I now have 170,000. With regular oil changes, maintenance, this car has gotten me though difficult times

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  My Mean Green - 1996 Nissan Sentra
  By Vonnieg - April 17 - 10:00 am

  THis is my first car that was my own. THere are times where i complain but when I think about it I"ve only had to spend $20 on a new AC system,I got brand new brakes (rotors and everything for $200) and a new alternator for $50. I bought my car used and it didnt have a warranty. THe gas milelage is Great, I can go close to 300 miles on one tank of gas. and it only takes $10-15 to fill up. Someone hit me in the rear and my bumper didnt have a dent at all. This car is a very good deal for the year it is. Very easy car to handle, compact parking you name it...

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  Shes a trusted friend! - 1996 Nissan Sentra
  By cathionwhidbey - January 17 - 2:40 pm

  I have had my Sentra for 10 years and couldnt ask for a better car. In those 19 years we have replaced the normal stuff, brakes, tires, and the alternator twice. She had over 140,000 miles on her and I still get 32-33 miles per gallon. I bought a Hyundai Sonata 2 years ago and was only getting 22 miles to the gallon. The luxury was great but with the rise in gas I am back to my Sentra. I spiffed her out with bright red flames and she is feeling young again!! I can pay a lot more but couldnt ask for a car that has been more reliable and cost efficient.

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  Good Car, Bad Trim - 1996 Nissan Sentra
  By Mamajones - October 10 - 2:00 am

  I bought this car used with 39000 miles and have NEVER had a major problem. It now has 109K and shows no signs of slowing. The major gripe we have is the interior is not as well designed as we would like. It seems that every couple of weeks we find a "mystery" piece of plastic or molding that fell off from somewhere. Also has problems with exterior paint chipping and slight rust. Paint is bubbling and peeling in spots. Good gas mileage. Averaged 33 mpg on the last long distance trip. We average about 300 miles per tank for normal driving. Would recommend as a good basic car.