2022 Nissan Sentra Review | Worth It Over The 2022 Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, or Mazda3?

2022 Nissan Sentra review and test drive. We review and compare the 2022 Nissan Sentra vs 2022 Honda Civic vs 2022 Mazda3 vs 2022 Toyota Corolla to find out which is the best compact car. If you are buying a new car, make sure to watch this comparison review.

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[Becvar]

I have chronic lower back pain, and the seating in the Nissans is the best I've found in this price range. I recently went from a '16 Sentra SV to a '22 Sentra SR. I have zero regrets.

[sotaehyung]

In my opinion just on the physical look the sentra beats them all

[bonniebarlow]

I just bought the Sentra SV yesterday. It drives very well. After seeing your comparisons I definitely believe I made the right choice. It's also more attractive than those others.

[hectorloks]

I’ve had my Nissan Altima since 2010 with 120k miles. Thank the lord for no issues just regular maintenance . If you take care of your car it will Take care of you!

[In-obscurity-nj]

I think you are spot on here. Definitely better than the Korean choice's. I have heard the JATCO CVTs are getting better. The Corolla is just a little to small. The Mazda is a fantastic option but again that back seat area is tiny plus it's sports a torsion beam. That leaves the Civic. Probably the best all around pick even though it also utilizes a CVT.
I'm glad they all exist. Competition drives manufacturers to produce better automobiles.

[joshpalacio]

I love my 2017 Nissan Sentra S with a 6 speed manual transmission stick shift. Super low mileage and no issues. Every time I buy a Nissan I prefer a manual transmission stick shift. Those are the ones that last a long time. I bought my Sentra with 40k below market value. I'm the 2nd owner. Person who had the vehicle before me barely driven it. I feel like it's a brand new Nissan Sentra to me. 14k when I bought it. Gave $13k for my Sentra. My payments are super cheap of under $200 a month.

[solaar]

Love the hatchback Honda civic, gas return for Elantra, but the Sentra’s price, gas, and design is a great price plus with color options and two tone roof options.

[alecthielmeier]

I’m just not a fan of the look of the new corolla’s and the civic is definitely close, but for what I’d want in either car I think it is too much compared to the Sentra. So the Sentra is still the choice for me

[bho]

Thank you for continuing to share the safety information about the Hyundai/Kia engines. After watching the Marketplace episode, I have been concerned for some family and friends with Hyundai vehicles. It's also what kept us from looking seriously at the new Tucson and Sante Fe hybrids (also wanted to avoid the turbos). I wish more reviewers would remind their viewers about the engine issue when reviewing new Hyundais and Kias.

[pinkponygaming]

I just love the way the new Sentra looks.

[joseCalderon]

I know people that have long term success with the Nissan CVT. Why? Because they take care of their vehicle and change the CVT fluid after 30k miles religiously. And they also do 5k mile oil changes religiously too. And they don't listen to the nonsense that it's a "sealed transmission". That's a bunch of BS. Even if the manufacturer says that, it's still a bunch of BS. I also take care of my vehicles and they easily last 200k plus miles indeed. Good review 👍. Also, if you are going to buy a used Sentra, make sure that it has a good service record (with documentation to prove it) like the one I mentioned (30k transmission service and 5k mile oil changes). Or buy one with 30k miles or less, nut with a good service record 👍

[mddowell]

Own the mazda 3 2023 sedan fwd, carbon edition. Your Mazda 3 review sold me on my purchase. Has all the active safety, adaptive cruise, heated front seats etc. Great value. 6 speed Auto, n/a engine with 191 hp comes standard with 12 speaker Bose. Great review on the Sentra and good camparison to the other compacts features and pricing.🙂👍

[Alan-lvrw]

I love the Sentra. I have a 2011 Sentra with 113K miles and it still looks and drives like new.

[staciecarverd]

I've worked at both Toyota and Nissan dealerships, and yes, Nissan has had its issues with their CVTs, but the shear number of recalls Toyota had was almost as bad as what I saw when I worked at a Ford dealership. As it was though, Nissan did extend coverage on their CVT unit in acknowledgement of their problems. Since they remain committed to using a CVT, I suspect they are also determined to resolve their issues with them as well.
BTW, I've heard Subaru has issues with their CVTs too.

[leumamk]

Design:
1. Mazda 3
2. Nissan Sentra
3. Kia Forte
4. Toyota Corolla
5. Honda Civic
6. Hyundai Elantra

Performance:
1. Honda Civic
2. Hyundai Elantra
3. Kia Forte
4. Mazda 3
5. Toyota Corolla
6. Nissan Sentra

Value:
1. Nissan Sentra
2. Toyota Corolla
3. Hyundai Elantra/Kia Forte
4. Mazda 3
5. Honda Civic

Reliability:
1. Toyota Corolla
2. Honda Civic/Mazda 3
3. Hyundai Elantra/Kia Forte
4. Nissan Sentra

[billmitsuuchi]

I like so much I do have a Sentra sr and I agree comfort mpg and style key for me and saving a few bucks my very first brand new car and I purchased at sixty eight years old. Love it!

[davidroseman]

I have a 16 Sentra and I can say the interior is laid out very nicely. There's nothing that gives the feeling of cheap flimsy materials. It's by no means going to be mistaken for a luxury vehicle but it's nice for what it is

[deadsea]

Sentra over all…. absolutely stunning design

[eyermolochis]

I just got it the Sentra 2022 It pretty cool people look at me when I’m in the car

[RSTL]

just got my 2024 Nissan Sentra Sr everything is great don't do much highway so the power is more then enough and the milage is incredible and The look of the the white with black roof is a killer