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Compare Honda Civic Si Sedan vs Nissan Sentra

Honda Civic Si Sedan
2020 Honda Civic Si Sedan
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$25,200
Starting Price (MSRP)
9.0
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Nissan Sentra
2020 Nissan Sentra
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$19,310
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.8
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Overview

Engine
1.5-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.0-liter Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 26 MPG
Hwy: 36 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 29 MPG
Hwy: 39 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
12.4 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
12.4 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
14.7 ft³
Trunk Volume
14.3 ft³

Photos

Honda Civic Si Sedan
Rear-Facing View
Dashboard
52
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Nissan Sentra
2020 Nissan Sentra Rear Angle View
2020 Nissan Sentra Central Console
69
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
1.5-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas
2.0-liter Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
205 hp @ 5700 rpm
149 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque
192 lb-ft @ 2100 rpm
146 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
37.8 ft
38.1 ft

Wheels

Front Wheel Size
18" x 8"
16" x 6.5"
Rear Wheel Size
18" x 8"
16" x 6.5"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P235/40WR18
P205/60HR16
Rear Tire
P235/40WR18
P205/60HR16
Spare Tire
N/A
Compact

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
30 MPG
33 MPG
City
26 MPG
29 MPG
Highway
36 MPG
39 MPG

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
12.4 gallons
12.4 gallons
Cruising Range City
322.4 miles
359.6 miles
Cruising Range Highway
446.4 miles
483.6 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
182.8 in
182.7 in
Height
55.5 in
56.9 in
Max Width
70.8 in
71.5 in
Front Width
60.5 in
62.6 in
Rear Width
61.2 in
62.8 in
Wheelbase
106.3 in
106.8 in
Ground Clearance
N/A
4.8 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
42.3 in
44 in
Front Seat Headroom
37.5 in
38.9 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
56.9 in
56.4 in
Front Seat Hip Room
53.7 in
53.5 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
37.4 in
34.7 in
Rear Seat Headroom
36.8 in
36.7 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
55 in
54.5 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
47.3 in
53.3 in

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
2,906 lbs
3,047 lbs

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
14.7 ft³
14.3 ft³

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Aegean Blue Metallic
  • Crystal Black Pearl
  • Lunar Silver Metallic
  • Modern Steel Metallic
  • Platinum White Pearl
  • Rallye Red
  • Brilliant Silver Metallic
  • Fresh Powder
  • Gun Metallic
  • Super Black

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, Cloth Seat Trim
  • Charcoal, Cloth Seat Trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Not Available
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Satellite Radio
Standard
Not Available
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Not Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Not Available
Sun/Moonroof
Standard
Not Available

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Climate Control
Standard
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Not Available
Remote Trunk Release
Not Available
Standard
Keyless Start
Standard
Standard
Telematics
Standard
Not Available

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Blind Spot Monitor
Not Available
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Not Available
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

US NHTSA crash test result

Overall Rating
N/A
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
N/A
Side Crash Rating
N/A
Rollover Rating
N/A

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Not Available
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Side Air Bag
Not Available
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
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