Nissan Sentra Engine Specifications
The 2026 Nissan Sentra is offered with 1.6L–2.0L engines in 4-cylinder form, per EPA fuel-economy records.
Latest model year (2026):
The Nissan Sentra is available with 4 2.0L and Automatic (variable gear ratios) (Front-Wheel Drive).
Nissan Sentra Engine Specs — All Years
| Year | Trim | Cylinders | Displ. | Transmission | Drive | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 | 2.0L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2026 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 | 2.0L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2026 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 | 2.0L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2025 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 | 2.0L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2025 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 | 2.0L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2024 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 | 2.0L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2024 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 | 2.0L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2023 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 | 2.0L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2023 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 | 2.0L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2022 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 | 2.0L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2022 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 | 2.0L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2021 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 | 2.0L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2021 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 | 2.0L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2020 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 | 2.0L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2020 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 | 2.0L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2019 | Auto (AV-S7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 4 | 1.6L | Automatic (AV-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2019 | Auto (AV-S7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 4 | 1.6L | Automatic (AV-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2019 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.8 L | 4 | 1.8L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2019 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 4 | 1.6L | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2019 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.8 L | 4 | 1.8L | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2018 | Auto (AV-S7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 4 | 1.6L | Automatic (AV-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2018 | Auto (AV-S7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 4 | 1.6L | Automatic (AV-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2018 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.8 L | 4 | 1.8L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2018 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 4 | 1.6L | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2018 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 4 | 1.6L | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2018 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.8 L | 4 | 1.8L | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2017 | Auto (AV-S7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 4 | 1.6L | Automatic (AV-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2017 | Auto (AV-S7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 4 | 1.6L | Automatic (AV-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2017 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.8 L | 4 | 1.8L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2017 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 4 | 1.6L | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2017 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 4 | 1.6L | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2017 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.8 L | 4 | 1.8L | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2016 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.8 L | 4 | 1.8L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2016 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.8 L | 4 | 1.8L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2016 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.8 L | 4 | 1.8L | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2015 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.8 L | 4 | 1.8L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2015 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.8 L | 4 | 1.8L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
| 2015 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.8 L | 4 | 1.8L | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Midsize Cars |
Data sourced from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. Department of Energy). MPG figures are EPA-tested. Fuel costs are estimates based on average fuel prices and 15,000 miles/year.
Nissan Sentra Engine Specs FAQ
What engine does the Nissan Sentra have?
The Nissan Sentra is available with 4 cylinder engines ranging up to 2.0L. Transmission and drivetrain options vary by trim. See the full table above.
Is the Nissan Sentra available with all-wheel drive?
Check the drive column in the table above to see available drivetrain configurations.