This preview of the 2024 Nissan Sentra will be updated once final specs, prices, and photos have been released.

What kind of car is the 2024 Nissan Sentra? What does it compare to?

The Nissan Sentra, a sedan that competes in the compact segment, has been one of the brand’s entry-level cars over the past couple of decades. Approachable styling and a generous menu of standard safety features place the Sentra among rivals like the Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, and Mazda 3.

Is the 2024 Nissan Sentra a good car?

Yes, though there’s room for improvement. The styling, value, and comfort are points in its favor, but performance is lacking and crash-test scores are mixed. For this, the Sentra earned a TCC Rating of 5.7 on our 10-point scale for the 2023 model year; stay tuned for an updated score once final information has been released. (Read more about how we rate cars.)

What’s new for the 2024 Nissan Sentra?

We expect the Sentra to go into 2024 with few changes. The Sentra comes in S, SV, and SR trims, in a design that’s much like a scaled-down version of its larger siblings, the Maxima and Altima. The design is more elegant than the Sentra’s economy-car roots would suggest, and it gets even better inside, especially when the optional black-and-tan two-tone leather upholstery is fitted.

The front-drive Sentra puts its 149 hp to the ground by way of a CVT. The driving dynamics are predicable but dull, although handling is reasonably engaging and the ride is smooth and comfortable.

The front seats are comfortable, even the base versions, which get cloth upholstery and manual adjustment. Heated front seats, power adjustments and upgraded lumbar support are optional upgrades. Rear passengers get plenty of headroom and legroom, but it’ll be a tight squeeze for three across. Trunk space is decent and there’s lots of small item storage throughout the cabin.

The IIHS says the Sentra is a Top Safety Pick, but NHTSA testing found flaws in front passenger protection, yielding a score of three out of five stars in that area. Automatic emergency braking and blind-spot monitors headline the list of standard safety features.

How much does the 2024 Nissan Sentra cost?

Prices haven’t been released for 2024, but last year’s $21,000 base Sentra S included a 7.0-inch touchscreen display, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and automatic emergency braking. We think the $23,000 or so for the SV is worth it, for the 8.0-inch touchscreen and adaptive cruise control, and we’d also consider adding the Premium package to get the power driver’s seat, sunroof, and quilted leather.

Where is the 2024 Nissan Sentra made?

In Mexico.