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Compare Nissan Sentra vs Volkswagen GLI

Nissan Sentra
2024 Nissan Sentra
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$20,630
Starting Price (MSRP)
7.8
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Volkswagen GLI
2012 Volkswagen GLI
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$23,745
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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Overview

Engine
2.0L Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 30 MPG
Hwy: 40 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 22 MPG
Hwy: 33 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
12.4 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
14.3 ft³
Trunk Volume
15.5 ft³

Photos

Nissan Sentra
2024 Nissan Sentra Rear Angle View
2024 Nissan Sentra Dashboard
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2013-2015 Volkswagen Jetta GLI Rear Angle View
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.0L Inline-4 Gas
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
149 hp @ 6400 rpm
200 hp @ 5100-6000 rpm
Torque
146 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
207 lb-ft @ 1700-5000 rpm
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
6-Speed Manual
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,036 lbs
3,124 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
24 MPG
26 MPG
City
30 MPG
22 MPG
Highway
40 MPG
33 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
5.2 Tons/yr
7.2 Tons/yr
EPA rating
N/A
6

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
12.4 gallons
14.5 gallons
Cruising Range City
372 miles
319 miles
Cruising Range Highway
496 miles
478.5 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
182.9 in
182.2 in
Height
56.9 in
57.2 in
Max Width
71.5 in
70 in
Front Width
62.6 in
60.1 in
Rear Width
62.8 in
60.4 in
Wheelbase
106.6 in
104.4 in
Ground Clearance
4.8 in
4.9 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
43.8 in
41.2 in
Front Seat Headroom
38.9 in
38.2 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
56.4 in
55.2 in
Front Seat Hip Room
53.5 in
N/A
Rear Seat Leg Room
34.9 in
38.1 in
Rear Seat Headroom
36.7 in
37.1 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
54.5 in
53.6 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
53.3 in
N/A

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
14.3 ft³
15.5 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Pwr Rack & Pinion
Turning Diameter
38.1 ft
38.1 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Steel Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
16" x 6.5"
17" x 7.0"
Rear Wheel Size
16" x 6.5"
17" x 7.0"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-link

Tires

Front Tire
P205/60HR16
225/45R17H
Rear Tire
P205/60HR16
225/45R17H
Spare Tire
Compact
N/A

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Fresh Powder
  • Gun Metallic
  • Super Black
N/A

Standard Interior Materials

  • Charcoal, Cloth Seat Trim
  • Titan Black, Cloth seat trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Satellite Radio
Not Available
Standard
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
Not Available
Standard

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Remote Trunk Release
Standard
Standard
Keyless Start
Standard
Not Available

Safety

Safety Features

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

Airbags

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

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
12 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
Maintenance Note
N/A
Carefree Maintenance Program
Maintenance
N/A
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
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