2026 Nissan Sentra SV

The 2026 Sentra is Nissan's compact sedan, slotting below the Altima and competing with the Civic, Corolla, and Mazda3. The Sentra's steering is light and direct, and the suspension keeps body roll in check, making it genuinely pleasant on a back road. The cabin is roomy for the class, with comfortable front seats and a straightforward layout that puts controls where you expect them. Nissan's Safety Shield 360 is standard, and higher trims add a larger touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The SV is the practical pick in the Sentra range, adding automatic climate control and remote start over the S without the SR's sporty touches. Its 2.0L I4 makes 149 horsepower and 146 lb-ft of torque, routed through a CVT that keeps the engine in its sweet spot, and it returns 33 mpg combined. The SV rides on 16-inch machined aluminum wheels with all-season tires, and its Drive Mode Selector lets you choose between Normal, Sport, and Eco.