Versa starts $4,970 lower. Sentra wins efficiency by 0.1 L/100 km. Versa gives you 17 L more cargo room. The highlighted cells below show the winner, and the edge column tells you by how much.
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Full spec sheet
Every row scored head-to-head. The winner cell is highlighted.
$20,298
Versa
$25,268
Sentra S CVT
$20,298
1 tracked trims
$28,514
5 tracked trims
| Metric | Nissan Versa | Nissan Sentra | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
Entry priceLower wins | $20,298 Versa | $25,268 Sentra S CVT | $4,970 lower |
Average trim priceLower wins | $20,298 1 tracked trims | $28,514 5 tracked trims | $8,216 lower |
Best efficiencyLower wins | 7.7 L/100 km Versa | 7.6 L/100 km Sentra S CVT | 0.1 L/100 km lower |
Cargo roomHigher wins | 418 L Best published cargo figure | 401 L Best published cargo figure | 17 L more |
Tow ratingHigher wins | — Not published | — Not published | No data |
Mid-trim valueHigher wins | 0 features Core coverage still thin | 3 features Sentra SV PREMIUM CVT at $28,368 | Only Nissan full |
Premium ceilingHigher wins | 0 features Core coverage still thin | 3 features Sentra SR PREMIUM CVT at $31,998 | Only Nissan full |
Safety and warranty still deserve a final check: IIHS n/a · NHTSA 4 and 3 yr / 60,000 km for Nissan Versa, versus Top Safety Pick+ · NHTSA 5 and 3 yr / 60,000 km for Nissan Sentra.
Equipment differences
Extra equipment beyond the core table. Each row shows the earliest trim on either side that gets you there.
Winter
Traction and cold-weather gear that changes the daily Canada experience.
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Doesn’t reach it
$27,268
Sentra SV CVT
Remote start
Driver Assist
High-use visibility and lane-support hardware that often moves buyers up the ladder.
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Doesn’t reach it
$25,268
Sentra S CVT
Adaptive cruise control
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Doesn’t reach it
$25,268
Sentra S CVT
Nissan highlights: Electric Parking Brake (E-PKB); 16" steel wheels with full wheel covers; 12.3" NissanConnect® Multimedia Center Display [[1309]]; Wireless Apple CarPlay® [[1301]]; Blind Spot Intervention
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Doesn’t reach it
$25,268
Sentra S CVT
Lane departure warning
Tech
Screen, charging, and software comforts that matter once the basics are covered.
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Doesn’t reach it
$28,368
Sentra SV PREMIUM CVT
Nissan highlights: Power sliding glass moonroof with tilt feature; Ambient Lighting; Auto-dimming inside rearview mirror; Auto Detection - Walkaway Lock/Apporach Unlock; Wireless Charging for Smart Phone
Comfort & Cabin
Roof, audio, and interior-upgrade cues that tell you where the premium story really starts.
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Doesn’t reach it
$28,368
Sentra SV PREMIUM CVT
Nissan highlights: Power sliding glass moonroof with tilt feature; Ambient Lighting; Auto-dimming inside rearview mirror; Auto Detection - Walkaway Lock/Apporach Unlock; Wireless Charging for Smart Phone
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Doesn’t reach it
$31,998
Sentra SR PREMIUM CVT
Nissan highlights: Synthetic Sports Leather Seating; 6-way power adjustable driver's seat with 4-way power lumbar; Bose® Premium Audio System with 8 speakers [[1522]]; Intelligent Around View® Monitor [[2015]]; ProPILOT Assist + Autonomous Driving AD1 Enhancement (w/ Lane Keep Assist + Cyclist Detection) [[2068]]
Winter
Traction and cold-weather gear that changes the daily Canada experience.
| Equipment | Nissan Versa | Nissan Sentra | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
Remote startExpanded Only Sentra reaches remote start. | — Doesn’t reach it | $27,268 Sentra SV CVT Remote start | Right only |
Driver Assist
High-use visibility and lane-support hardware that often moves buyers up the ladder.
| Equipment | Nissan Versa | Nissan Sentra | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
Adaptive cruise controlExpanded Only Sentra reaches adaptive cruise control. | — Doesn’t reach it | $25,268 Sentra S CVT Adaptive cruise control | Right only |
Blind-spot supportExpanded Only Sentra reaches blind-spot support. | — Doesn’t reach it | $25,268 Sentra S CVT Nissan highlights: Electric Parking Brake (E-PKB); 16" steel wheels with full wheel covers; 12.3" NissanConnect® Multimedia Center Display [[1309]]; Wireless Apple CarPlay® [[1301]]; Blind Spot Intervention | Right only |
Lane-keep supportExpanded Only Sentra reaches lane-keep support. | — Doesn’t reach it | $25,268 Sentra S CVT Lane departure warning | Right only |
Tech
Screen, charging, and software comforts that matter once the basics are covered.
| Equipment | Nissan Versa | Nissan Sentra | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
Wireless chargingExpanded Only Sentra reaches wireless charging. | — Doesn’t reach it | $28,368 Sentra SV PREMIUM CVT Nissan highlights: Power sliding glass moonroof with tilt feature; Ambient Lighting; Auto-dimming inside rearview mirror; Auto Detection - Walkaway Lock/Apporach Unlock; Wireless Charging for Smart Phone | Right only |
Comfort & Cabin
Roof, audio, and interior-upgrade cues that tell you where the premium story really starts.
| Equipment | Nissan Versa | Nissan Sentra | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
Moonroof / sunroofExpanded Only Sentra reaches moonroof / sunroof. | — Doesn’t reach it | $28,368 Sentra SV PREMIUM CVT Nissan highlights: Power sliding glass moonroof with tilt feature; Ambient Lighting; Auto-dimming inside rearview mirror; Auto Detection - Walkaway Lock/Apporach Unlock; Wireless Charging for Smart Phone | Right only |
Premium audioExpanded Only Sentra reaches premium audio. | — Doesn’t reach it | $31,998 Sentra SR PREMIUM CVT Nissan highlights: Synthetic Sports Leather Seating; 6-way power adjustable driver's seat with 4-way power lumbar; Bose® Premium Audio System with 8 speakers [[1522]]; Intelligent Around View® Monitor [[2015]]; ProPILOT Assist + Autonomous Driving AD1 Enhancement (w/ Lane Keep Assist + Cyclist Detection) [[2068]] | Right only |
Reasons to pick Nissan Versa
Switch between the entry, efficiency, and premium picks to see how both ladders compare on the same shelf.
Versa
Sentra S CVT
| Side | Trim | MSRP | Efficiency | Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nissan Versa | Versa | $20,298 | 7.7 L/100 km | 0 |
| Nissan Sentra | Sentra S CVT | $25,268 | 7.6 L/100 km | 1 |