Used Nissan Sentra for Sale nearBurlington, ON

How much does the Nissan Sentra cost in today's market?

Used Nissan Sentra prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Nissan Sentra's current nationwide average price is $18,316 CAD, and its lowest point over the past year was $18,091 CAD. That puts today’s pricing very close to the model’s recent low, which is a favourable setup for used shoppers. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Nissan Sentra a good car?

Yes — the Nissan Sentra is a strong fit if you want a comfortable, value-focused compact sedan with broad owner appeal. The all-generations owner rating is 4.31/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Sentra for its reliability, fuel efficiency, and comfortable interior. They also frequently highlight its stylish design, smooth driving experience, and affordability, especially in newer models with more advanced safety and technology.

Expert reviews rate the 2026 and 2022 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs are modest performance, with some recent expert reviews also pointing to tight rear-seat legroom and a driving experience that prioritises comfort and efficiency over excitement.

29.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Nissan Sentra models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently point to the Sentra’s fuel efficiency, comfortable cabin, and easygoing everyday character. Across the model years in the data, it comes across as a dependable compact sedan that focuses on practical ownership and straightforward commuting.

• Owners rate the Nissan Sentra between 3.67 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is most worth checking on older examples, especially where transmission condition and service history matter most.

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

Key things to evaluate:

• Fuel efficiency: The 2026 Nissan Sentra returns 7.9 litres per 100 kilometres in the city, 6.1 on the highway, and 7.1 combined in the S and SV trims, and 8.0 L/100 km city, 6.4 highway, and 7.2 combined in the SR trims.

Which Nissan Sentra trim should I buy?

The 2026 Nissan Sentra offers these trims:

• S: The entry trim includes LED headlights and taillights, a 12.3-inch centre touchscreen, wireless smartphone integration, heated front seats, heated side mirrors, and a strong value-focused equipment list.
• SV: This trim adds aluminium-alloy wheels, a 12.3-inch digital driver display, a heated steering wheel, and a power moonroof with manual sunshade, making it a well-rounded choice for shoppers who want more comfort and convenience.
• SV Premium: This trim builds on the SV with more upscale interior appointments and the broader premium feel of the higher-spec range.
• SR: The SR adds 18-inch wheels, a full-width LED taillight, heated wing mirrors, a power moonroof with manual sunshade, and the sportier look that gives the Sentra much of its visual appeal. It is the best-value trim.
• SR Premium: This trim adds synthetic leather seats with contrast stitching, a six-way power-adjustable driver’s seat with four-way lumbar support, a Bose eight-speaker stereo, a wireless device charger, a Universal Garage Door Opener, and available ProPilot Assist and surround-view monitoring.

What Nissan Sentra do most buyers choose?

The Nissan Sentra years with the most listings are 2024, 2023, and 2025.

These higher-volume model years tend to be the easiest to shop because you get more listings to compare and more chances to find the right colour, trim, and price. They also tend to attract the broadest mix of buyers, which helps keep selection strong.

What is the Nissan Sentra's resale value?

Most Sentra model years are showing double-digit year-over-year price declines, which is helpful if you’re shopping used and want stronger value. The newer models are also falling meaningfully, so recent inventory may be especially attractive if you want updated features without paying new-car pricing. The 2016, 2014, and 2023 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Nissan Sentra safe?

• 2026: 8/10
• 2024: 4/10
• 2022: 9/10
• 2021: 8/10

The 2026 Nissan Sentra includes Nissan Safety Shield 360, with automatic emergency braking, lane departure mitigation, forward collision warning, blind spot intervention, high-beam assist, and traffic sign recognition standard.

For the safest used buy, the 2022 model posts the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used Nissan Sentra now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −14.75% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −14.76%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 29.5% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 29.8%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $21,700 CAD. The Nissan Sentra offers a comfortable cabin and an easygoing, value-first character that suits everyday commuting well.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The 2026 Nissan Sentra uses a dual-overhead-cam 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine with 149 horsepower and 146 pound-feet of torque, and it returns 7.9 litres per 100 kilometres in the city and 7.1 combined in the S and SV trims.
• Tech: The 2026 Nissan Sentra adds a 12.3-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, and a fully digital driver information display.
• Safety: The latest model adds blind spot intervention, high-beam assist, and traffic sign recognition as standard equipment.
• Starting price: The 2026 Nissan Sentra starts at $27,962 CAD.

If you're buying used today, the 2024 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 6, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.