Real price data
What should you pay for a 2026 Nissan Sentra?
Original MSRP
$22,600
When new
Fair market price
$23,408
Mileage-adjusted
Where prices land
25th $23,177 · 75th $25,276 · MSRP $22,600
Spread of current 2026 Nissan Sentra listings · 25th–75th percentile marked.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | $22,342 | $22,600 | — |
| SV | $23,745 | $23,370 | — |
| SR | $25,424 | $25,000 | — |
| SL | $28,398 | $27,990 | — |
- S
- $22,342
- SV
- $23,745
- SR
- $25,424
- SL
- $28,398
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2026 Nissan Sentra runs about $23,719 in MT to $25,986 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 | $1,697 | $110+ | $25,215 |
| TX | $1,463 | $332 | $25,203 |
| FL | $1,404 | $1,074+ | $25,886 |
| NY | $936 | $371 | $24,715 |
| PA | $1,404 | $587 | $25,399 |
| IL | $1,463 | $683 | $25,554 |
| OH | $1,346 | $444 | $25,198 |
| GA | $1,639 | $637 | $25,684 |
| NC | $702 | $793 | $24,903 |
| WA | $1,522 | $215+ | $25,145 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $23,933 |
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
Safety & recalls
1 open NHTSA recall on record for the 2026 Nissan Sentra.
SEATS
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2026 Kicks and Sentra vehicles. The hook bracket of the front seat frames may be insufficiently welded, which can cause the front seat frames to become loose. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 207, "Seating Systems" and 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front seat assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 18, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261. Nissan's number for this recall is PMA64. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 13, 2026.
Campaign 26V145000 · 13/03/2026
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
What the experts say
7.5/ 10
Based on 2 expert reviews from 2 sources
Based on analysis of 2 professional reviews, the 2026 Nissan Sentra earns an expert score of 75. Reviewers consistently praise its Comfortable front seats, more cargo space than some rivals, loads of standard driver-assist features. However, some note concerns about Tepid and noisy powertrain and bland steering feel. This consensus represents the collective professional opinion from leading automotive publications.
Strengths
- Comfortable front seats
- more cargo space than some rivals
- loads of standard driver-assist features
- Cheaper than a Honda Civic
- Useful new tech
Watch-outs
- Tepid and noisy powertrain
- bland steering feel
- firmer-than-necessary ride quality
- Carryover drivetrain and still no hybrid option
- Good enough for a tough segment?
What reviewers highlight — aggregated from professional automotive publications.
Frequently asked questions
What is a fair price for a 2026 Nissan Sentra?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $23,408, within a typical market range of $23,177 to $25,276.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2026 Nissan Sentra?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $23,719 in MT to $25,986 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is the 2026 Nissan Sentra a good car?
Based on analysis of 2 professional reviews, the 2026 Nissan Sentra earns an expert score of 75. Reviewers consistently praise its Comfortable front seats, more cargo space than some rivals, loads of standard driver-assist features. However, some note concerns about Tepid and noisy powertrain and bl
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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.