2026 Nissan Sentra Press Kit

• Futuristic, sleek styling blends curb appeal and function
• Effortless connectivity with available dual 12.3-inch screens and standard wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™
• Sporty SR grade headlined by 18-inch wheels, blacked-out trim, ambient lighting and rear spoiler
• Sentra offers outstanding value with high level of available features
• Drive confidently with available ProPILOT Assist1 which helps ease driver workload on long trips

The all-new 2026 Nissan Sentra makes the everyday more exciting with a blend of uplevel styling and effortless connectivity – backed by 40-plus years of an enduring nameplate recently ranked as the top Compact Car in the J.D. Power 2025 U.S. Initial Quality Study (IQS). Add optional Nissan Safety Shield 360 safety technologies, a spirited driving experience and a sporty SR  grade, and the all-new Sentra goes beyond expectations.

Reaching showrooms later this year, the 2026 Nissan Sentra is available in S, SV  and SR  grades.

Youthful, energized exterior design

Three words directed designers crafting the 2026 Nissan Sentra: daring, vitalizing, resonating. The new sedan appears more dynamic and more sophisticated, with sharp surfaces and a well-balanced character line. From straight ahead, Sentra reveals an evolved V-motion grille, with lines extending into its lighting signature.

New slim projector LED headlights offer significantly enhanced light output, yet with a more subtle design that blends into the vehicle's nose. The available LED signature appears black when turned off, adding further subtlety. When Sentra is unlocked, a welcome pattern plays, incorporating the turn signals, high and low beams, and available signature lighting and giving the vehicle a high-tech, elevated feeling – before the driver even opens the door.

Sentra's energetic surfacing and streamlined bodysides lend it a more premium appearance. The sleek cabin contrasts with sharp shoulder surfaces and strong
fenders, creating a dynamic and eye-catching look. The well-balanced character line visually lowers the car, enhancing its sense of stability and presence.

Nearly every part of the vehicle's exterior plays a role: the shaping of the trunk and rear fenders helps control air flow to reduce the rear wake behind the vehicle, the wheel opening areas have been reduced and the side-view mirrors are specifically shaped to reduce drag. Underneath, flat floor covers and tire deflectors further enhance aerodynamic efficiency.

The two wheel options for Sentra – 16 or 18 inches in diameter – continue the striking design theme, with provocative, intersecting lines that add motion to the wheels, even when Sentra is standing still.

Sentra's eye-catching colour palette includes Imperial Bronze, Atlantic Gray Metallic, Super Black, Energetic Ember, Scarlett Ember and Fresh Powder. In addition, four colours are available with a Super Black roof: Aspen White, Bluestone Pearl, Atlantic Gray, and Energetic Ember.

Harmoniously connected cabin

Inside the all-new Sentra, designers worked to create a dynamic, harmonious space that feels open and premium. Available dual 12.3-inch displays and a touch-sensitive climate control panel result in a clean and modern dashboard, and soft door touchpoints elevate the cabin's sense of comfort. Compared to the outgoing Sentra, the new infotainment display¹ is two times brighter for easier reading in varied lighting conditions.

Alongside the modern dual-screen layout, Sentra retains several core physical buttons, and the display functions can be operated via steering wheel-mounted switches or by touching the center display. Three rectangular elements in the dashboard, two of which house air vents, reference the three circular vents on the outgoing Sentra.

Highly equipped for outstanding value

The standard 12.3-inch center infotainment screen features wireless Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay®, and there are three USB-C ports for charging phones or other devices. SV  grades and higher add wireless functionality for CarPlay® and Android Auto™. On SR Premium package, an eight-speaker Bose® premium audio system delivers crisp, powerful music throughout the cabin.

Sentra's interior is thoughtfully appointed with useful and unexpectedly premium features, such as an available power tilt/slide sunroof, ambient lighting, a heated steering wheel and Sentra-first wireless phone charging.

Simply functional for life

Nissan engineers paid close attention to the usability of the trunk. With one of the lowest trunk liftover heights in the class and an optimized opening shape, it's easier to get large items, like golf bags or strollers, in and out.

The new Sentra makes it easy to hop in and out when running errands throughout the day. Available Nissan Intelligent Key® with approach unlock/walkaway locking (optional  on SV  and standard on SR ) automatically detects the key fob, unlocking the doors without the driver ever having to reach in their pocket or purse. After reaching a destination, Sentra automatically locks as the driver walk away.

SR goes bolder

Well known by owners for its sporty appearance, Sentra's SR  grade returns with an even sharper interpretation of the new sedan's core design themes. A unique front fascia with blacked-out centre section and a dark chrome V-motion element combine an SR-specific rear bumper, black side sills, a rear spoiler, 18-inch alloy wheels and a two-tone roof treatment.

Sentra SV  and SR  feature a drive mode selector with a Sport mode option that delivers a more invigorating driving experience. It rewards drivers with sportier steering response, more performance-oriented transmission shifting and sharper throttle responses.

Extra peace of mind

The 2026 Nissan Sentra packs an impressive level of standard safety and driver-assistance technology to provide confidence and reassurance. The new Sentra adds Blind Spot Intervention1, which can actively help avoid a collision if the driver attempts to change lanes when a car is in the vehicle's blind spot.

Intelligent Cruise Control¹ is standard on all Sentra grades. The model's complement of driver-assistance technology expands with the introduction of available ProPILOT Assist, which is ideally suited to those with commutes through stop-and-go highway traffic. The system eases the driver's workload on long trips by helping control acceleration, braking and steering if necessary. It's offered on SR Premium package.

SR Premium package also features Digital Around View® Monitor with Moving Object Detection², helping ease the anxiety of parking.

Sentra's suite of standard safety and driver assistance technologies includes Intelligent Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection, Intelligent Forward Collision Warning³, Lane Departure Prevention, High Beam Assist, Traffic Sign Recognition⁴ and more. With 10 standard airbags, Sentra offers the confidence that it can help keep everyone on board protected.

Dependable, proven powertrain

The all-new 2026 Nissan Sentra builds on a proven and reliable powertrain to deliver a dynamic, yet efficient driving experience. Under the hood is a standard 2.0-liter inline-four engine rated for 149 horsepower and 146 lb-ft of torque. Sentra has standard idle stop/start to help save gas in city driving.

The engine is paired with a proven Xtronic CVT that delivered confident performance in Sentra for several years. The CVT has been retuned for the 2026 model year to deliver a more natural, smooth acceleration feel. A new Sport drive mode (except S grade) delivers sharper throttle responses and more thrilling shifting patterns that help give the car a sporty feel.

Precision engineering throughout the vehicle makes Sentra more enjoyable to drive, while also being even quieter and more comfortable than the outgoing model. Sentra features an independent strut front and multi-link rear suspension, and standard rear disc brakes for confident braking performance. Thanks to significant reinforcement of the unibody, the all-new Sentra has 6% greater rigidity than its predecessor. The steering wheel features an enlarged dynamic damper that effectively reduces road vibrations, ensuring a more composed driving experience. New shock absorber valving helps better mute impact harshness from bumps. Finally, engineers reduced the size of body openings throughout the vehicle to help reduce sound levels.