2020 Nissan Sentra SV

The 2020 Sentra is Nissan's compact sedan, slotting below the Altima and facing the Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, and Mazda3. The Sentra's new independent rear suspension gives it a composed, settled feel on the highway, though acceleration is modest. The ride is smooth and the seats are supportive, making long commutes easy on the back. The cabin offers generous trunk space and a flat-folding rear seat for hauling larger items. Available driver aids include automatic emergency braking, blind-spot warning, and rear cross-traffic alert. The SV sits between the base S and the sportier SR, adding keyless entry, remote start, and Nissan's Safety Shield 360 suite. Its 2.0L I4 makes 149 horsepower and pairs with a CVT that mimics shift points, earning 33 mpg combined. The SV's 16-inch machined alloy wheels and heated mirrors are standard here, not available on the S.