Nissan Sentra performance summary
The 2026 Nissan Sentra makes 149 hp and 240 Nm of torque. It runs 0-100 km/h in 8.2s, about 7.7s from 0-60 mph, and reaches a listed top speed of 124 mph (200 km/h). In the Carspeed quarter-mile simulation, it covers 402 m in 16.01s.
On Carspeed's data it is relaxed — quicker off the line than 30% of the cars in our database, with more power than 20% of them and a higher top speed than 34%. That works out to roughly 134 per horsepower at list price.
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Nissan Sentra vs its closest rivals
| Car | HP | 0–100 | Top speed | 1/4 mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nissan Sentra | 149 | 8.2s | 200 km/h | 16.01s |
| Hyundai Tiburon | 160 | 8.2s | 200 km/h | 16.01s |
| Hyundai Elantra GT | 160 | 8.3s | 200 km/h | 16.09s |
| Volkswagen Sharan Business | 167 | 8.3s | 200 km/h | 16.09s |
| Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen | 148 | 8.5s | 200 km/h | 16.24s |
| Kia Sportage 2024(s Trim) | 187 | 8.2s | 200 km/h | 16.01s |
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Nissan Sentra FAQ
What is the Nissan Sentra 0-60 mph time?
The Nissan Sentra does 0-60 mph in about 7.7s, based on its 8.2s 0-100 km/h figure.
What is the top speed of the Nissan Sentra?
The listed top speed is 124 mph, or 200 km/h.
How much horsepower does the Nissan Sentra have?
The Nissan Sentra is listed at 149 hp with 240 Nm of torque.
What is the Nissan Sentra quarter-mile time?
Carspeed estimates the Nissan Sentra quarter-mile at 16.01s over 402 m using its published performance data.
What cars are similar to the Nissan Sentra?
Similar performance rivals include Hyundai Tiburon, Hyundai Elantra GT, Volkswagen Sharan Business.