Used 2018 Nissan Sentra for Sale Nationwide

Summary

• With 187 currently listed for sale and an average price of $11,138.00 CAD, 32.1% of 2018 Nissan Sentras for sale on CarGurus are rated as good or great deals.

• Favourably reviewed: Owners rated the 2018 Nissan Sentra 4.75 / 5 stars.

• 100.0% of 2018 Sentra models on CarGurus are accident free.

Why it stands out

The 2018 Nissan Sentra sits in the middle of the model’s seventh generation, and its appeal is rooted in practicality rather than flash. By this point in the generation, the Sentra had already been made more spacious and more fuel-efficient than before, while also shedding 68 kilograms compared with the outgoing model. It used a 1.8-litre four-cylinder engine, and the lineup included S, SV, SR, and SL trim levels. Buyers could choose a six-speed manual on the S and SV models, while other versions used a revised CVT.

What makes the 2018 Sentra distinctive is the way it balances everyday usability with a few sportier touches in the range. The SR Turbo, introduced in this generation, brought a 188-horsepower turbocharged 1.6-litre engine along with sporty tuning for the suspension, steering, and brakes, giving the Sentra a more enthusiastic side than its commuter image suggests. At the same time, the broader seventh-generation lineup remained focused on value and efficiency, which helps explain why these cars can still appeal to shoppers looking for a practical compact sedan.

There are also reasons to be cautious. This generation is described as the least reliable because of CVT issues, so transmission condition matters a great deal on a used example. Even so, the 2018 Nissan Sentra can still make sense for buyers who want a roomy, efficient compact car with a straightforward character and a lower purchase price than many rivals.

Other model years to consider

• 2025 Nissan Sentra

  • Average price: $24,433.00 CAD
  • Good/great deal percentage: 33.5%
  • User rating: 5 / 5
  • Total listings: 511

• 2022 Nissan Sentra

  • Average price: $19,549.00 CAD
  • Good/great deal percentage: 27.7%
  • User rating: 5 / 5
  • Total listings: 289

• 2023 Nissan Sentra

  • Average price: $20,638.00 CAD
  • Good/great deal percentage: 30.7%
  • User rating: 4.5 / 5
  • Total listings: 540

This analysis is based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.