Nissan Sentra vs MINI Cooper
Overview | |
Years produced1982-Present | Years produced1978 |
MSRP$21,180 | MSRP$27,400 |
Average price$16,953 | Average price$21,535 |
Listings1727 | Listings611 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.3 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryThe Sentra sits between the Versa and Altima in Nissan’s sedan lineup, making it the automaker’s entry into a diminished but still competitive compact-sedan segment that includes the Honda Civic, Hyundai Elantra, Kia Forte, Mazda 3, Toyota Corolla, and Volkswagen Jetta. For 2024, the Sentra gets refreshed styling and some mechanical changes for improved fuel economy. The Sentra is an honest compact sedan that falls short in some areas, but excels in value. | |
Reviews SummaryYou either join the MINI camp or shake your head “no.” There has never been a middle ground with a MINI. That’s the point—to drive a fun-looking, fun-to-drive small car that’s unlike anything else in the neighbourhood. For 2023, the MINI Cooper offers a limited-run Resolute Edition and a few new paint colours. Our test drive was with a two-door Hardtop John Cooper Works (JCW) while participating in a rally with more than 700 MINI owners. Maybe next time you’ll join them with your new MINI. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 149 hp I4 | Engine1.5L 134 hp I3 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity4 |
Horsepower149 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower134 hp @ 4500 rpm |
MPG City30 | MPG City29 |
MPG Highway40 | MPG Highway38 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 149 hp I4 | Engine Name1.5L 134 hp I3 |
Torque146 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque162 lb-ft @ 1480 rpm |
Horsepower149 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower134 hp @ 4500 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City30 | MPG City29 |
MPG Highway40 | MPG Highway38 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity4 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall4 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space14.3 cu ft | Cargo Space8.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight3036 lbs | Curb Weight2769 lbs |
Height56.9 in | Height55.7 in |
Length182.9 in | Length152.2 in |
Width71.5 in | Width75.9 in |
Wheelbase106.6 in | Wheelbase98.2 in |
Maximum Payload921 lbs | Maximum Payload694 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors2 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1982-Present | 1978 |
MSRP | $21,180 | $27,400 |
Average price | $16,953 | $21,535 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.2 | 4.6 |
Expert reviews | 7.0 out of 10Read full review | 6.3 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | The Sentra sits between the Versa and Altima in Nissan’s sedan lineup, making it the automaker’s entry into a diminished but still competitive compact-sedan segment that includes the Honda Civic, Hyundai Elantra, Kia Forte, Mazda 3, Toyota Corolla, and Volkswagen Jetta. For 2024, the Sentra gets refreshed styling and some mechanical changes for improved fuel economy. The Sentra is an honest compact sedan that falls short in some areas, but excels in value. | You either join the MINI camp or shake your head “no.” There has never been a middle ground with a MINI. That’s the point—to drive a fun-looking, fun-to-drive small car that’s unlike anything else in the neighbourhood. For 2023, the MINI Cooper offers a limited-run Resolute Edition and a few new paint colours. Our test drive was with a two-door Hardtop John Cooper Works (JCW) while participating in a rally with more than 700 MINI owners. Maybe next time you’ll join them with your new MINI. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 149 hp I4 | 1.5L 134 hp I3 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 4 |
Horsepower | 149 hp @ 6000 rpm | 134 hp @ 4500 rpm |
MPG City | 30 | 29 |
MPG Highway | 40 | 38 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 149 hp I4 | 1.5L 134 hp I3 |
Torque | 146 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 162 lb-ft @ 1480 rpm |
Horsepower | 149 hp @ 6000 rpm | 134 hp @ 4500 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 30 | 29 |
MPG Highway | 40 | 38 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 4 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 14.3 cu ft | 8.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3036 lbs | 2769 lbs |
Height | 56.9 in | 55.7 in |
Length | 182.9 in | 152.2 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 75.9 in |
Wheelbase | 106.6 in | 98.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 921 lbs | 694 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 2 |
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