2021 Nissan Sentra vs. 2021 Nissan Altima

Both of Nissan’s top-selling sedans, the Sentra, and the Altima have earned Top Safety Picks from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, (IIHS), so it’s safe to say, whichever model you choose, you will be riding in comfort and safety! Wondering which model is right for you? Let’s take a look:

Nissan Sentra

The Nissan Sentra is a sporty efficient sedan with an attractive design and impressive interior. For a daily commute the Sentra boasts 29 mpg in the city, and for longer trips, 39 mpg on the highway. Each trim of the 2021 Nissan Sentra is a front-wheel drive and is powered by a 149 horsepower, 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, and a continuously variable automatic transmission. Alongside an attractive outward design, the Sentra comes equipped with an upscale cabin and plenty of safety features. You can sit up to 5 in the Sentra, and it has ample space in its 14 cubic-foot trunk. While cloth upholstery is standard, synthetic cloth, synthetic leather, and genuine leather are all available to upgrade. If you want to really ride in luxury, upgrade to heated front seats, a power-adjustable driver’s seat, and a heated steering wheel! The front Zero-gravity seats are plush and supportive, and the rear seats are spacious and equally as comfortable. Don’t forget about the standard safety features which include

• Adaptive cruise control ( not on the base model)
• 360-degree camera system ( not on the base model)
• Standard forward-collision warning
• Automated emergency braking
• Standard blind-spot monitoring
• Rear cross-traffic alert

Nissan also backs the Sentra with a three-year/36,000-mile basic warranty and a five-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty.

Nissan Altima

The Nissan Altima is slightly larger than the Sentra and comes with some pretty unconventional options for a family sedan. You can upgrade to all-wheel drive and even a turbocharged engine. The standard four-cylinder powertrain is fuel-efficient and is rated to have 28 mpg in the city and 39 on the highway. 19-inch wheels and a sport-tuned suspension make this family sedan a fun vehicle to drive, and the SR model has some amazing features that include an eight-way power driver’s seat, AppleCarPlay, Android Auto, an upgraded digital gauge cluster, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and more! Upgrade to the premium package and get a heated mirror, heated front seats, and a sunroof! Inside, the Altima is equipped with a straightforward dashboard and a user-friendly infotainment system. The front seats are supportive and comfortable, while the back seats have ample legroom and are equally comfortable. 5 people can comfortably ride in the Altima. You can fit six carry-on bags in its trunk, and 17 when the rear seats are folded, and you will also find decent storage in the front seat with deep door pockets, and a useful tray at the front of the center console. The 2021 Altima has a five-star crash test rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA.) Every Altima model is equipped with forward collision warning and automated emergency braking, models like the SV and up come with the following:

• Blind-spot monitoring
• High beam assist
• Rear cross-traffic alert
• Lane departure warning
• Lane-keeping assist
• Adaptive cruise control

Plus, you can upgrade to a semi-autonomous drive mode called ProPilot Assist. Nissan backs the Altima with a three-year/36,000-mile basic warranty and a five-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty.

Sentra vs. Altima

So now, the question is which model should you choose? The Nissan Sentra or the Altima? Both models come equipped with ample safety features, infotainment options, and upgraded interiors. It all comes down to if you need a smaller compact sedan like the Sentra or a larger family-sized sedan like the Altima. Either way, you and your family will ride in style and safety wherever the road takes you!

Maus Nissan New Port Richey

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