Can't decide between the 2025 Nissan Sentra vs. Nissan Altima? Choosing the right sedan can be challenging as they share many similarities, especially as the same auto manufacturer.

From trim-specific features to new changes and specs, learn more about the differences between the Altima and Sentra to ensure you invest in the vehicle that best fits your needs.

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2025 Nissan Sentra Price & Trims

The 2025 Nissan Sentra comes in three trim levels, with pricing starting at:

• S: $21,590 MSRP
• SV: $22,290 MSRP
• SR: $24,590 MSRP

2025 Nissan Altima Price & Trims

The 2025 Nissan Altima comes in five trim levels, with pricing starting at:

• S: $27,000 MSRP
• SV: $27,430 MSRP
• SV Special Edition: $28,520 MSRP
• SR: $28,830 MSRP
• SL: $33,350 MSRP

2025 Nissan Sentra S

The 2025 Nissan Sentra S is the base-level trim, with pricing starting at $21,590 MSRP.

Its key features include:

• 16-inch steel wheels with full covers
• Seven-inch NissanConnect touchscreen display
• UV-reducing solar windshield
• Standard four-speaker audio system

The 2025 Sentra S is a practical trim for drivers on a budget, as it brings all the standard necessities compact sedan drivers need.

2025 Nissan Altima S

The 2025 Nissan Altima S is the starter-level trim, with pricing starting at $27,000 MSRP.

Its key features include:

• 16-inch steel wheels with full covers
• Eight-inch NissanConnect touchscreen display 
• Six-way adjustable front driver seat control
• Standard six-speaker audio system

The 2025 Altima S shows you can have plenty of standard features that midsize sedan drivers value without paying more for upper-level trims.

2025 Nissan Sentra SV

The 2025 Nissan Sentra SV is the mid-level trim, with pricing starting at $22,290 MSRP.

Its key features include:

• 16-inch aluminum alloy wheels
• NissanConnect eight-inch touchscreen display with SiriusXM
• Intelligent Key door unlock/lock system
• Standard six-speaker audio system

There are also three packages available for the Sentra SV:

• All-Weather Package: Dual zone automatic temperature control, heated outside mirrors/front seats/leather-wrapped steering wheel, and remote engine start with Intelligent Climate Control. 
• NissanConnect Services Package: Powered by SiriusXM with trial access to five-year Select and three-year Premium packages, and a Wi-Fi hotspot.
• SV Premium Package: 17-inch aluminum alloy wheels, all-season tires, six-way power adjustable driver's seat with two-way power lumbar, Intelligent Around View Monitor (I-AVM), and more.

The 2025 Sentra SV is ideal if you want to step up your sedan's capabilities from the S trim without upgrading to the top-level SR.

2025 Nissan Altima SV

The 2025 Nissan Altima SV is a lower-level trim, with pricing starting at $27,430 MSRP. It shares some of the amenities of the S, like the eight-inch NissanConnect touchscreen display, six-speaker audio system, and remote engine start system.

Its key features include:

• 17-inch machine-finished aluminum-alloy wheels
• Seven-inch advanced Drive-Assist display
• Eight-way adjustable front driver seat control
• Four USB ports

There are also three packages available for the Altima SV:

• Special Edition Package: 17-inch gloss black aluminum alloy wheels, a power sliding glass moonroof, a 12.3-inch NissanConnect® touchscreen display, a wireless charger, and more.
• NissanConnect Services Package: Same offerings as the 2025 Sentra SV listed above.
• SV Premium Package: Dark Teak wood-tone trim, ProPILOT Assist, dual-zone automatic temperature control, Intelligent Ride Control, and more.

The 2025 Altima SV shows it's worth upgrading above the base-level S as you access many valuable amenities and capabilities at a lower price in the lineup.

2025 Nissan Sentra SR

The 2025 Nissan Sentra SR is the top-level trim, with pricing starting at $24,590 MSRP. It shares all the features of the SR, like the NissanConnect eight-inch touchscreen display with SiriusXM, standard six-speaker audio system, and Apple CarPlay integration.

Its key features include:

• 18-inch aluminum alloy wheels
• Intelligent Key with remote engine start system
• Standard heated driver and front passenger seats

An SR Premium Package is also available, offering a power sliding glass moonroof, an eight-speaker Bose premium audio system, a Wi-Fi hotspot, and more. The 2025 Sentra SR is your go-to trim if you want the peak of luxury in the 2025 Sentra lineup.

2025 Nissan Altima SR

The 2025 Nissan Altima SR is an upper-level trim, with pricing starting at $28,830 MSRP.

Its key features include:

• 19-inch machine-finished SR aluminum-alloy wheels
• Sport-tuned suspension
• Paddle shifters with manual shift mode
• Six USB ports

The NissanConnect Services Package and an SR Premium Package are also available, including a carbon-fiber look trim, a power sliding glass moonroof, a remote engine start system with Intelligent Climate Control, sport leather-appointed seats, and more.

he 2025 Altima SR is perfect for midsize sedan drivers who want an upscale driving experience without upgrading to the top-level SL trim.

The 2025 Nissan Sentra comes in the following standard and premium paints with select availability per trim:

Standard Paints:

• Electric Blue (SV & SR)
• Fresh Powder (S & SV)
• Gun Metallic (S, SV, & SR) 
• Rosewood Metallic (SV)
• Super Black (S, SV, & SR)

Premium Paints:

• Aspen White TriCoat (SV & SR)
• Atlantic Gray Metallic (SV & SR)
• Scarlet Ember Tintcoat (SV & SR)
• Two-Tone Aspen White TriCoat/Super Black (SR)
• Two-Tone Atlantic Gray Metallic/Super Black (SR)
• Two-Tone Electric Blue Metallic/Super Black (SR)
• Two-Tone Monarch Orange Metallic/Super Black (SR)

The 2025 Sentra's exterior dimensions slightly vary per trim, with specs starting at 182.9" L x 71.5" W x 56.9" H. Each trim has a 4.8" ground clearance except the SR at 4.9".

The exterior design features four doors, grilles with black and chrome accents or dark chrome, and a power/keyfob cargo entry.

2025 Nissan Altima Exterior Colors & Dimensions

The 2025 Nissan Altima comes in the following standard and premium paints with select availability per trim:

Standard Paints:

• Brilliant Silver Metallic (S, SV, SV Special Edition, SR, & SL)
• Garnet Pearl Metallic (SV, SV Special Edition, & SL)
• Glacier White (S)
• Gun Metallic (S, SV, SV Special Edition, SR, & SL)
• Super Black (S, SV, SV Special Edition, SR, & SL)

Premium Paints:

• Bluestone Pearl (SV, SV Special Edition, SR, & SL)
• Gray Sky Pearl (SR)
• Pearl White TriCoat (SV, SV Special Edition, SR, & SL)
• Scarlet Ember Tintcoat (SV, SV Special Edition, SR, & SL)
• Tactical Green Metallic (SR) 

The 2025 Altima's exterior dimensions slightly vary per trim, with specs starting at 192.9" L x 72.9" W x 56.7" H. Each trim has a 5.1" ground clearance, except the S at 4.9.

The exterior design features four doors, grilles with black and chrome or dark chrome, and a power/keyfob cargo entry.

2025 Nissan Sentra Interior Design

The 2025 Nissan Sentra comes in the following interior colors and seating materials with select availability per trim:

• Charcoal Cloth (S)
• Charcoal Leatherette (SR)
• Charcoal Premium Cloth (SV)
• Charcoal Sport Cloth (SR)
• Tan Quilted Leather Appointments (SV)

Each trim has wireless Bluetooth audio streaming/phone connectivity, Apple CarPlay integration, and Android Auto compatibility. The 2025 Sentra also includes Zero Gravity Seats for additional cabin comfort and to help reduce driver fatigue.

2025 Nissan Altima Interior Design

The 2025 Nissan Altima comes in the following interior colors and seating materials with select availability per trim:

• Charcoal Cloth (S, SV, & SV Special Edition)
• Charcoal Leather (SL)
• Charcoal Sport Cloth (SR)
• Charcoal Sport Leather (SR)
• Gray Cloth (SV & SV Special Edition)
• Gray Leather (SL)

Each trim has an eight-inch NissanConnect touchscreen display, except the top-level SL at 12.3 inches. Additional standard interior features across the lineup include a remote engine start/keyless entry, Apple CarPlay integration, Siri Eyes Free/Google Assistant, and NissanConnect with Wi-Fi hotspot.

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2025 Nissan Sentra Cargo Space & Seating Capacity

The 2025 Nissan Sentra can seat up to five passengers with only an FWD configuration for easier vehicle weight distribution when driving uphill and on steep terrains.

The interior dimensions slightly vary per trim level, with specs starting at:

• Front Legroom: 43.8"
• Rear Legroom: 34.9"
• Cargo Volume: 14.3 cu.-ft.

Each trim has a six-way adjustable front driver seat control and 60-40 split rear folding seats for additional cargo storage.

2025 Nissan Altima Cargo Space & Seating Capacity

The 2025 Nissan Altima can seat up to five passengers with standard FWD and available AWD configurations, except the S with sole FWD.

The interior dimensions slightly vary per trim level, with specs starting at:

• Front Legroom: 43.8"
• Rear Legroom: 35.2"
• Cargo Volume: 15.1 cu.-ft.

Each trim has an eight-way adjustable front driver seat control, except the S and 60-40 split rear folding seats for additional cargo storage.

2025 Nissan Sentra Engines & MPG Ratings

The 2025 Nissan Sentra has one powertrain: a 2L16-valve four-cylinder engine paired with a continuously variable transmission (CVT). It produces up to 149 hp and 164 lb-ft of torque.

The MPG ratings vary slightly per trim level:

• S: 30 mpg city / 40 mpg highway / 34 mpg combined
• SV: 30 mpg city / 40 mpg highway / 34 mpg combined
• SR: 30 mpg city / 38 mpg highway / 33 mpg combined

2025 Nissan Altima Engines & MPG Ratings

The 2025 Nissan Altima has one powertrain: a 2.5L DOHC 16-valve four-cylinder engine paired with an Xtronic continuously variable transmission (CVT). It produces up to 188 hp and 180 lb-ft of torque.

The MPG ratings vary slightly per trim level:

• S: 27 mpg city / 39 mpg highway / 32 mpg combined
• SV: 27 mpg city / 39 mpg highway / 32 mpg combined
• SR: 27 mpg city / 37 mpg highway / 31 mpg combined

2025 Nissan Sentra Towing Capacity & Payload Ratings

The 2025 Nissan Sentra isn't rated for towing, with maximum payload ratings varying slightly per trim level:

• S: 921 lbs 
• SV: 963 lbs 
• SR: 917 lbs

2025 Nissan Altima Towing Capacity & Payload Ratings

The 2025 Nissan Altima also isn't rated for towing, with maximum payload ratings varying slightly per trim level and configuration:

• S: 1,075 lbs 
• SV FWD: 1,045 lbs 
• SV AWD: 1,081 lbs
• SR FWD: 1,005 lbs
• SR AWD: 1,040 lbs

2025 Nissan Sentra Safety Equipment

The 2025 Nissan Sentra comes with the following standard safety and driver assistance technologies:

• Safety Shield 360, featuring Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection, Blind Spot Warning, High Beam Assist, Lane Departure Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, and Rear Automatic Braking
• Intelligent Driver Alertness that sends audio chime alerts based on erratic steering behavior and driver fatigue detection
• Hill Start Assist
• Adaptive Cruise Control (SV & SR)

Several optional safety and driver assistance features are available, including a dual-camera drive cabin recorder, Intelligent Around View Monitor (SV & SR), and an auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink that connects to your home to open the garage door.

The 2025 Sentra also has a five-star overall safety rating from the NHTSA.

2025 Nissan Altima Safety Equipment

The 2025 Nissan Altima comes with the following standard safety and driver assistance technologies:

• Safety Shield 360
• Hill Start Assist
• Intelligent Driver Alertness

Several optional safety and driver assistance features are available, including a dual-camera drive cabin recorder, Intelligent Lane Intervention (SV), ProPILOT Assist 1.0 (SV), and Adaptive Cruise Control (SV).

The 2025 Altima also has a five-star overall safety rating from the NHTSA for FWD and AWD models.

2025 Nissan Sentra vs. Nissan Altima: Which Sedan Should You Buy?

The 2025 Nissan Altima and Sentra are both worthy vehicles. The one you should buy depends on your driving needs and lifestyle.

The Sentra is best if you're searching for a more affordable car with standard driving needs since it's more fuel-efficient with a smaller engine, as it's a compact sedan.

The Altima is best if you need more space and have specific driving preferences. It's a midsize sedan with a bigger cabin and cargo storage, a stronger powertrain, and offers more trim levels and configurations in the lineup.

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