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2016 Nissan Sentra consumer reviews

$16,780–$17,760 MSRP range
side view of 2016 Sentra Nissan
(136 reviews)
83% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.4
  • Interior 4.4
  • Performance 4.2
  • Value 4.3
  • Exterior 4.5
  • Reliability 4.4
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Out of all the cars I've had in my lifetime, my 2016

Out of all the cars I've had in my lifetime, my 2016 Nissan Sentra is the best car I've ever had. Purchased it in 2019 with 32,000 miles on it it only now has 57,000 Miles, the only thing that I've had to do on this car was replace two tires front and back brake pads and that's it and of course keeping up with oil changes and routine maintenance.but literally nothing else. Would I get a Nissan Sentra again absolutely.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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If I would of known about the transmissions on the 2016

If I would of known about the transmissions on the 2016 Nissan Sentra I bought I would not have bought it. Yes it was used but most transmissions the cvt transmissions are pure junk and should come with a red flag warning. It's just a matter of time.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 2.0
  • Value 2.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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If I would of known about the transmissions on the 2016

If I would of known about the transmissions on the 2016 Nissan Sentra I bought I would not have bought it. Yes it was used but most transmissions the cvt transmissions are pure junk and should come with a red flag warning. It's just a matter of time.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 2.0
  • Value 2.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Merry Christmas at home 3 yrs in a row

Garbage ran great then air screwed up and every thing went to crap one month after it was paid off bought brand new you would think 6 years it would still be a good car......NO every Christmas it has left me stranded since I bought it now it won't move at all! Thanks Nissan for making my Christmas bright!!!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 1.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 1.0
  • Value 2.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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I am in love with my Sentra

I bought this car in 2019, I was very fortunate to found it, never gave me a problem, I still have it, it is extremely economic, comfortable, roomy, I love my car, I did fall in love the first time I saw it, thank you Nissan for making this awesome car, I will keep it forever 🙏

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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My 16 red sentra

I bought my 2016 Sentra sv with 40k a week ago from auto solutions in Alcoa TN I did a lot of research and this is a great value it's got a lot of room I'm 6ft 6 even the head room is good with the sunroof with the Sentra you get a lot of car for the money .power is good the ride is good I'm impressed with it the controls are easy to operate if you are in the market for reliable transportation consider the Sentra

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Nissan are a great car and I woul recommend this!!

My Sentra is great on gas and has done well for five years before I had to do any real work to it. I would recommend this vehicle for sure.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Affordable and very average vehicle.

The car is as average as it gets. Highlights include the exterior styling and amazing legroom even in the rear seats fitting all passengers comfortably. The cabin is quiet and the price is very affordable. Lowlights are the transmission as it is jerky after 10 mph. Once the second gear kicks in it is smooth until you reach 65. The car chooses not to shift at high speeds at times. Driving at 65 mph rpms are at 3.5-4.0 indicating a failure for the final gear entering. Purchased the Sentra base model and the battery needed replacement after just 1 year. The mass air flow sensor needed replacement at 75000. Seats are firm and uncomfortable on long trips. The radio was replaced immediately with a Kenwood and Rockford fosgate speakers were added as the Stock radio's fm sounded like some of my A.M radios in my home. Exterior paint has many rock chips from road travel and scratches easily. Acceleration is so so even in sport mode. The biggest knock is the transmission as it has a recall on it. If I could turn back the clock I would have leased and not bought so I could turn it back in. Nissan CVTs are not engineered well and if I go back to Nissan it will be a manual transmission. Won't buy Nissan CVT anything again. Not impressed.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 2.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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I love it!

I am so much happier than I thought I would be in this vehicle. It rides so smooth and is great on gas. It has a great get up and go. Perfect for commuting to and from work.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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This have been reliable so far

I love the vehicle, but i think on my own opinion there should have been more work done to the car before it was sold to me. Now I'm having problem with the key and can not get the help that i truly need. Radio not properly working and i can not get help setting up phone in car.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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