Used 2022 Nissan Sentra for Sale nearRichmond, BC

How much does the 2022 Nissan Sentra cost?

Prices have softened 12.21% compared to this time last year, making it a favourable time to shop this model year.

There are 263 listings available, which suggests you should have a reasonable amount of inventory to compare.

Is the 2022 Nissan Sentra a good car?

Yes — the 2022 Nissan Sentra earns 5/5 from users and 7.67/10 from our experts. The standout strength is Safety at 9/10.

It is positioned as a competent, affordable compact sedan that works well as an entry point to the Nissan brand. The 2022 model is also two years removed from a significant redesign, so you get a newer-generation feel without buying something brand new. That balance of modernity, value, and everyday usability makes it easy to recommend if you want a straightforward daily driver rather than a car built around one dramatic strength.

30.0% of listings are priced as good or great deals, which points to a market with some worthwhile opportunities.

Is the 2022 Nissan Sentra reliable?

Owners rate it 5/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

The 2022 Sentra is described as a well-rounded compact sedan with few, if any, shortcomings, and its redesign helps it feel current. Its powertrain is presented as consistent rather than flashy, with solid low-end acceleration and satisfactory highway performance. That kind of measured, predictable behaviour is usually a good sign for used buyers who want a car that should be easy to live with.

It is backed by a five-year/100,000-kilometre powertrain warranty, which adds some reassurance for ownership. For used buyers, the main long-term risk is less about a glaring flaw and more about whether the car’s balanced nature is enough for your needs over time.

What should I look for when buying a used 2022 Nissan Sentra?

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The base S trim gives you the essentials, including a 7-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a 4.2-inch driver’s display. The SV adds 16-inch alloy wheels, proximity keyless entry, dual-zone automatic climate control, and an 8-inch touchscreen, while the SR brings 18-inch wheels, LED headlights, remote start, and sportier exterior and interior details.
• Powertrain: Every 2022 Sentra uses a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine with 149 horsepower and 146 pound-feet of torque. In Canada, a six-speed manual is standard and a CVT is available, with front-wheel drive across the range. The engine is described as satisfactory rather than outstanding, but it is consistent in city and highway use.
• Safety package: Standard equipment includes forward and reverse automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning, pedestrian detection, driver drowsiness monitoring, lane-departure warning, blind spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert. Adaptive cruise control and a surround-view parking monitor were fitted to the test vehicle, and those features are not described as standard across the range.
• Infotainment: The base system uses a 7-inch touchscreen, while SV and SR trims get an 8-inch unit. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard, but wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are not included.
• Fuel efficiency: Natural Resources Canada-rated fuel consumption is 9.2 L/100 km city, 6.2 highway, and 7.9 combined with the manual transmission, or 8.0 city, 6.0 highway, and 7.1 combined with the CVT. SR figures are slightly higher at 9.4/6.4/8.1 with the manual and 8.2/6.1/7.3 with the CVT.

Which 2022 Nissan Sentra trim should I buy?

The 2022 Nissan Sentra is offered in 3 trim levels: S, SV, and SR.

Here's the short version:

• S: This is the value play if you want the lowest-cost way into the Sentra. You still get the 7-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a 4.2-inch driver’s display, pushbutton start, and the full standard safety suite.
• SV: This is the best-value trim for most shoppers because it adds the 8-inch touchscreen, proximity keyless entry, dual-zone automatic climate control, heated side mirrors with integrated turn signals, and intelligent cruise control without jumping to the sportier SR price.
• SR: Choose this if you want the most distinctive look and the most upscale-feeling equipment in the range. It adds 18-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights, remote start, sport cloth seats with orange accent stitching, and a leather-wrapped shift knob.

The standard safety package is strong across the range, but the available adaptive cruise control and surround-view parking monitor were fitted to the test vehicle rather than described as standard equipment.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2022 Nissan Sentra?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop patiently and still find worthwhile options.

• Deal availability: 30.0% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 263 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 12.21% compared with last year.

If you find a listing below $19,084 CAD, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2022 Nissan Sentra's resale value?

The current average of $19,084 CAD sits slightly below last year's $21,738 CAD.

That price movement suggests the Sentra has become more accessible for used buyers, which can help demand in the near term. For a future seller, the softer market means you may need to price competitively if you want to move the car quickly. The good news is that the Sentra’s balanced reputation and broad appeal should help it remain easy to explain to shoppers looking for a practical compact sedan.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 5/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2022 Nissan Sentra safe?

The 2022 Nissan Sentra earns Good ratings from IIHS across all crash tests, a Top Safety Pick award, and a five-star overall rating from NHTSA.

It earns a 9/10 safety score from our experts.

The standard driver-assistance suite includes forward and reverse automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning, pedestrian detection, driver drowsiness monitoring, lane-departure warning, blind spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert. The test vehicle also had a surround-view parking monitor and adaptive cruise control. One caveat is that the IIHS award came despite lower headlight ratings, so lighting performance is the main safety-related shortcoming to keep in mind.

Should I buy a 2022 Nissan Sentra or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2022 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2022 if:

• 30.0% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 12.21% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• It benefits from a newer-generation feel after the 2020 redesign, while still staying affordable.

Consider the 2021 if:

• At $17,657 CAD, the 2021 costs less than the current year's $19,084 CAD average.
• It blends style, efficiency, technology, and performance into a smart, well-rounded compact sedan.

The bottom line: The 2022 is the better pick if you want the newer-year pricing context, strong safety, and a balanced compact sedan with broad appeal. If your priority is saving money upfront, the 2021 is the more budget-friendly alternative and still delivers the same general formula of style, efficiency, and everyday usability.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 11, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.