Nissan Sentra vs Toyota Camry
Overview | |
MSRP$22,600 | MSRP$28,700 |
Listings8910 | Listings9287 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryIf you’re hoping for a more powerful Sentra, the new 2026 model won’t bring you joy. However, if you have the need for speed, you’re likely not a typical Sentra buyer. Instead of focusing on what’s under the hood, Nissan has imbued the 2026 Sentra with tech and features that more and more shoppers are coming to value. Bright touchscreens, comfortable seats, and a stylish design make this the most appealing Sentra in recent memory. Verdict: The 2026 Nissan Sentra is a stylish and safe compact sedan that delivers impressive technology at an attractive, affordable price. It’s not the most thrilling car in its segment (look to the Honda Civic or Mazda3 for that honor), but it nevertheless delivers premium, in-demand features. | |
Reviews SummaryThe Camry is a perennial favorite among families. It’s earned its popularity, with a reputation for reliability and safety, but it also hasn’t had as many competitors to contend with as its crossover siblings have. The few rivals it does have are all either new or recently refreshed, and now, the same can be said of the Camry. For 2025 it debuts a new look, new features, and a new hybrid powertrain, and it sets a new baseline standard for the high-selling midsize sedan. Verdict: Toyota knows its audience. The new 2025 Toyota Camry gives the people what they want, with up-to-date styling and tech, a strong value proposition helped along by excellent fuel economy, and, most importantly, no fatal flaws that might push a brand loyalist out of their comfort zone. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine | Engine2.5L 225 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.01 kWh |
MPG City | MPG City53 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway50 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 149 hp I4 | Engine Name2.5L 225 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque146 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower149 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity1.01 kWh |
MPG City | MPG City53 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway50 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space14.3 cu ft | Cargo Space15.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight3097 lbs | Curb Weight3450 lbs |
Height57.1 in | Height56.9 in |
Length183.3 in | Length193.5 in |
Width71.5 in | Width72.4 in |
Wheelbase106.5 in | Wheelbase111.2 in |
Maximum Payload982 lbs | Maximum Payload925 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $22,600 | $28,700 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.7 out of 10Read full review | 8.0 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | If you’re hoping for a more powerful Sentra, the new 2026 model won’t bring you joy. However, if you have the need for speed, you’re likely not a typical Sentra buyer. Instead of focusing on what’s under the hood, Nissan has imbued the 2026 Sentra with tech and features that more and more shoppers are coming to value. Bright touchscreens, comfortable seats, and a stylish design make this the most appealing Sentra in recent memory. Verdict: The 2026 Nissan Sentra is a stylish and safe compact sedan that delivers impressive technology at an attractive, affordable price. It’s not the most thrilling car in its segment (look to the Honda Civic or Mazda3 for that honor), but it nevertheless delivers premium, in-demand features. | The Camry is a perennial favorite among families. It’s earned its popularity, with a reputation for reliability and safety, but it also hasn’t had as many competitors to contend with as its crossover siblings have. The few rivals it does have are all either new or recently refreshed, and now, the same can be said of the Camry. For 2025 it debuts a new look, new features, and a new hybrid powertrain, and it sets a new baseline standard for the high-selling midsize sedan. Verdict: Toyota knows its audience. The new 2025 Toyota Camry gives the people what they want, with up-to-date styling and tech, a strong value proposition helped along by excellent fuel economy, and, most importantly, no fatal flaws that might push a brand loyalist out of their comfort zone. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 225 hp I4 Hybrid | |
Drive Train | FWD | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.01 kWh | |
MPG City | 53 | |
MPG Highway | 50 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 149 hp I4 | 2.5L 225 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque | 146 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | |
Horsepower | 149 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.01 kWh | |
MPG City | 53 | |
MPG Highway | 50 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 14.3 cu ft | 15.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3097 lbs | 3450 lbs |
Height | 57.1 in | 56.9 in |
Length | 183.3 in | 193.5 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 72.4 in |
Wheelbase | 106.5 in | 111.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 982 lbs | 925 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |

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