Real price data
What should you pay for a 2021 Nissan Sentra?
Original MSRP
$19,460
When new
Fair market price
$16,170
Mileage-adjusted
Below MSRP
$3,290
A fair used price
Where prices land
25th $14,401 · 75th $17,874 · MSRP $19,460
Spread of current 2021 Nissan Sentra listings · 25th–75th percentile marked.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | $14,434 | $19,460 | — |
| SV | $15,925 | $20,520 | — |
| SR | $17,677 | $21,800 | — |
- S
- $14,434
- SV
- $15,925
- SR
- $17,677
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2021 Nissan Sentra runs about $16,481 in MT to $18,268 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 | $1,172 | $110+ | $17,452 |
| TX | $1,011 | $332 | $17,513 |
| FL | $970 | $1,074+ | $18,214 |
| NY | $647 | $371 | $17,188 |
| PA | $970 | $587 | $17,727 |
| IL | $1,011 | $683 | $17,864 |
| OH | $930 | $444 | $17,544 |
| GA | $1,132 | $637 | $17,939 |
| NC | $485 | $793 | $17,448 |
| WA | $1,051 | $215+ | $17,436 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $16,695 |
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
29
MPG city
39
MPG highway
33
MPG combined
EPA-estimated fuel economy for a representative 2021 Nissan Sentra configuration (Regular).
Safety & recalls
3 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2021 Nissan Sentra.
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Sentra vehicles. The left and/or right tie rod may be bent.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the left and/or right tie rods as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 5, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PM985.
Campaign 21V461000 · 17/06/2021
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Sentra vehicles. The left and/or right tie rod may bend.
Remedy: Owners are advised to contact their dealer for transport assistance if they are experiencing an off-center steering wheel or vibration. As an interim repair, dealers will inspect and replace any bent or broken tie rods, free of charge. Once newly designed parts are available, dealers will replace both left and right tie rods, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed November 27, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R23B3. This recall replaces and expands recall number 21V-461. Vehicles previously repaired under 21V-461 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Campaign 23V581000 · 15/08/2023
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Altima and 2020-2021 Sentra vehicles. Damage to the camera harness can cause distortion or loss of the rearview camera display image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rearview camera and harness for damage and replace them as necessary. If no damage is found, the dealer will apply protective tape and reroute the rearview camera harness. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 19, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R23C3.
Campaign 23V628000 · 08/09/2023
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Frequently asked questions
What is a fair price for a 2021 Nissan Sentra?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $16,170, within a typical market range of $14,401 to $17,874.
Is the 2021 Nissan Sentra cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $19,460, so a fair used price is roughly $3,290 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2021 Nissan Sentra?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $16,481 in MT to $18,268 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 6/20/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.