Used 2016 Nissan Sentra for SaleNationwide

Summary

• With 118 currently listed for sale and an average price of $9,348 CAD, 27.1% of 2016 Nissan Sentras for sale on CarGurus are rated as good or great deals.

• Favourably reviewed: Owners rated the 2016 Nissan Sentra 5 / 5 stars.

• 100.0% of 2016 Sentra models on CarGurus are accident free.

Why it stands out

The 2016 Nissan Sentra stands out as part of the seventh-generation redesign, which made the car more practical than before with a more spacious interior and a more fuel-efficient powertrain. It was also 68 kilograms lighter than the outgoing model, and Nissan paired the 1.8-litre four-cylinder engine with either a six-speed manual transmission on S and SV models or a revised CVT on the rest of the lineup. For buyers looking for an affordable compact sedan, that combination of added space, lower weight, and improved efficiency is a big part of the Sentra’s appeal.

For 2016, the Sentra also received a refresh that gave it Nissan’s V-motion grille, helping the car look more modern. The model was offered in S, SV, SR, and SL trim levels, so there was a fairly broad spread of choices within the same basic package. Its main drawback is that the seventh-generation Sentra is associated with CVT concerns, which can mean expensive repairs, so a careful test drive matters.

Other model years to consider

• 2025 Nissan Sentra

  • Average price: $23,947 CAD
  • Good/great deal percentage: 31.6%
  • User rating: 5 / 5
  • Total listings: 561

• 2022 Nissan Sentra

  • Average price: $19,214 CAD
  • Good/great deal percentage: 29.3%
  • User rating: 5 / 5
  • Total listings: 256

• 2023 Nissan Sentra

  • Average price: $20,458 CAD
  • Good/great deal percentage: 30.1%
  • User rating: 4.5 / 5
  • Total listings: 551

This analysis is based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 7, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.