Trim Report

Nissan Sentra SL2021

Includes:SENTRA|SL
$1,250
Starting From
1,979
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 1,979 active dealer listings as of

Min $1,250
Max $34,770
From $1,250
Fresh

SL Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$7,250
$7K–$26K
485 listings65,722 avg miles
1.8 S
From$2,690
15 listings|$3K–$7K
2.0
From$2,000
20 listings|$2K–$9K
2.0 S
From$750
77 listings|$750–$10K
2.0 S FE+
From$2,950
11 listings|$3K–$7K
2.0 SL
From$2,400
17 listings|$2K–$9K
2.0 SR
From$2,995
56 listings|$3K–$10K
2.0 SR FE+
From$1,995
3 listings|$2K–$6K
FE+ S
From$6,500
7 listings|$7K–$16K
FE+ SV
From$1,800
3 listings|$2K–$8K
GXE
From$1,395
8 listings|$1K–$4K
NISMO
From$6,500
11 listings|$7K–$16K
S
From$975
3,489 listings|$975–$30K
SE-R
From$4,500
4 listings|$5K–$13K
SE-R Spec V
From$3,555
4 listings|$4K–$10K
SL
From$1,250
1,979 listings|$1K–$35K
SR
From$525
6,034 listings|$525–$37K
SR Turbo
From$5,838
22 listings|$6K–$14K
SV
From$650
16,134 listings|$650–$31K

2021 Nissan Sentra SL Pricing

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Where to Find Nissan Sentra SL

Location data for all 2021 Nissan Sentra trims combined

37States

Texas has the most inventory at 13%, with options spread across 37 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

Nissan Sentra Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2021 Nissan Sentra trims

Elevated

The 2021 Nissan Sentra has a elevated safety risk profile with 3 recall campaigns and 123 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

3
Recalls
123
Complaints
14
Crashes
1
Fires
Recall Findings
23V6280002023-08-09
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Altima and 2020-2021 Sentra vehicles. Damage to the camera harness can cause distortion or loss of the rearview camera display image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

A rearview camera that does not properly display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

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21V4610002021-17-06
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Sentra vehicles. The left and/or right tie rod may be bent.

A bent tie rod can break, causing a loss of steering control and increasing the risk of a crash.

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23V5810002023-15-08
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Sentra vehicles. The left and/or right tie rod may bend.

A bent tie rod can break and cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 123 owners have filed complaints about the 2021 Nissan Sentra. STEERING issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Steering21
02Electrical System17
03Forward Collision Avoidance9
04Unknown Or Other6
05Electrical System,forward Collision Avoidance5
123 total across 1 model years (2021–2021)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Nissan Sentra Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2021 Nissan Sentra trims

32–33mpg combined
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28-29city
·
37-39hwy
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$1,350/yr

Across 2 configurations, the 2021 Nissan Sentra returns 32–33 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim
Sentra - Automatic (variable gear ratios)
33mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
29 city39 hwy~$1,350/yr7/10 Clean
Sentra SR - Automatic (variable gear ratios)
32mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
28 city37 hwy~$1,350/yr7/10 Clean

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

2021 Nissan Sentra SL FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the SL compare to other Nissan Sentra trims?

with 1,979 listings tracked, the SL sits in a specific spot in the 2021 Nissan Sentra lineup. Compare pricing across all trims on the 2021 Nissan Sentra page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2021 Nissan Sentra SL?

The SL shares its core mechanicals with other Nissan Sentra trims, so major service intervals are similar. Watch for steering issues, the most commonly reported problem area. There are 3 recalls to verify before purchase. The 2021 model page has the details.

What are the best years for the Nissan Sentra SL?

The best model year for the Nissan Sentra SL comes down to the price-to-mileage ratio. Compare all years on the Nissan Sentra overview.

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