Negotiating leverage
51
moderate leverage / 100
~48 days of national supply and listings typically ~6% above fair price — moderate negotiating leverage.
Ridekick price intelligence
2017 Nissan Sentra Price: Fair Market Value & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Fair market price
$8,502
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Fair price is in the typical market range
$2,500$16,990
- Typical market range
- $7,337–$11,249
- Ridekick fair price
- $8,502
- Original MSRP range
- $18,090–$24,990
Middle 50% of active listings
Mileage-adjusted estimate
6 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
Signals to help you frame a conversation—not a promise about a particular vehicle or dealer.
National supply
48
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2017 Nissan Sentra.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$16,643–$17,366
Estimated dealer invoice — about $18,090 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| SV | $8,001 | $18,840 | $17,333–$18,086 |
| SR | $8,503 | $19,990 | $18,391–$19,190 |
| SR Turbo | $8,585 | $21,990 | $20,231–$21,110 |
| S | $8,817 | $18,090 | $16,643–$17,366 |
| SL | $9,995 | $21,500 | $19,780–$20,640 |
| nismo | — | $24,990 | $22,991–$23,990 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Fair price
Trim
$6,642$16,496$26,349
Fair priceSV
$8,001
SV: fair price $8,001, original MSRP $18,840, estimated dealer cost $17,333 to $18,086.
SR
$8,503
SR: fair price $8,503, original MSRP $19,990, estimated dealer cost $18,391 to $19,190.
SR Turbo
$8,585
SR Turbo: fair price $8,585, original MSRP $21,990, estimated dealer cost $20,231 to $21,110.
S
$8,817
S: fair price $8,817, original MSRP $18,090, estimated dealer cost $16,643 to $17,366.
SL
$9,995
SL: fair price $9,995, original MSRP $21,500, estimated dealer cost $19,780 to $20,640.
nismo
—
nismo: fair price not available, original MSRP $24,990, estimated dealer cost $22,991 to $23,990.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and fair price are shown for context, not as a guarantee of a particular vehicle’s price.
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2017 Nissan Sentra runs about $8,813 in MT to $10,092 in NJ — fair price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $616 | $110+ | $9,228 |
| TX | $531 | $332 | $9,365 |
| FL | $510 | $1,074+ | $10,086 |
| NY | $340 | $371 | $9,213 |
| PA | $510 | $587 | $9,599 |
| IL | $531 | $683 | $9,716 |
| OH | $489 | $444 | $9,435 |
| GA | $595 | $637 | $9,734 |
| NC | $255 | $793 | $9,550 |
| WA | $553 | $215+ | $9,270 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $9,027 |
Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.
Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon
Fuel economy
27
MPG city
33
MPG highway
29
MPG combined
EPA-estimated fuel economy for a representative 2017 Nissan Sentra configuration (Premium).
Safety & recalls
3 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2017 Nissan Sentra.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2017 Nissan NV200, Sentra, NV3500 Van, NV3500 Bus, NV200 Taxi, NV1500, NV2500 Van, Chevrolet City Express, 2017-2018 Frontier, Versa Note, and Versa Sedan vehicles that have a mechanical (physical) key ignition system. In these models, over time, the weight on the key ring and road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position to the accessory position, turning off the engine.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the production information on the ignition switch, and replace it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2018. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669.
Campaign 18V551000 · 22/08/2018
AIR BAGS
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2017 LEAF and 2014, 2016 and 2017 Sentra vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error within the air bag inflators, the passenger frontal air bag may not properly deploy in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began June 7, 2017. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
Campaign 17V253000 · 13/04/2017
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Nissan Sentra vehicles. The brake light switch may become contaminated, preventing the circuit from closing and the brake lights from illuminating.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the brake light switch and install a protective grommet, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 1, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800867-7769. Nissan's number for this recall is PM971.
Campaign 21V135000 · 03/03/2021
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is a fair price for a 2017 Nissan Sentra?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $8,502, within a typical market range of $7,337 to $11,249.
Is the 2017 Nissan Sentra cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $18,090, so a fair used price is roughly $9,588 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2017 Nissan Sentra?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $8,813 in MT to $10,092 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2017 Nissan Sentra?
There are about 48 days of national market supply for the 2017 Nissan Sentra — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2017 Nissan Sentra.
How much can you negotiate on a 2017 Nissan Sentra?
Negotiating leverage rates 51/100 (moderate). ~48 days of national supply and listings typically ~6% above fair price — moderate negotiating leverage.
What does the dealer pay for a 2017 Nissan Sentra?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $16,643–$17,366 — its $18,090 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 8/2/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.