1997
Nissan Sentra

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$15,599
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  • 4dr Sdn Manual
    Starts at
    $11,499
    29 City / 39 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn XE Manual
    Starts at
    $13,649
    29 City / 39 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn XE Auto
    Starts at
    $14,449
    27 City / 36 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn GXE Manual
    Starts at
    $14,799
    29 City / 39 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn GXE Auto
    Starts at
    $15,599
    27 City / 36 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn GLE Manual
    Starts at
    $15,649
    29 City / 39 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn GLE Auto
    Starts at
    $16,199
    27 City / 36 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
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Safety review

Based on the 1997 Nissan Sentra base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Frontal driver
4/5
Frontal passenger
4/5

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
Nissan and non-Nissan vehicles less than 10 years old and less than 100,000 miles. (Nissan vehicles less than 6 years from original new car in-service date must have more than 60,000 to qualify for Certified Select.)
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84-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

100% of drivers recommend this car
4.7 / 5
Based on 13 reviews
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Comfort 3.9
Interior 3.7
Performance 4.2
Value 4.8
Exterior 4.1
Reliability 4.8

Most recent

By MommaTibbs from Charleston, SC
Used to own this car
June 2, 2021

After a new computer at 7k mile.. won my heart

What can you say bad about a standard tranny? I wish it had mode changes and cruise control back then! Our children outgrew it. So happy to be back in 2 again.
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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By C.cannon from Evanston
Owns this car
March 4, 2019

The cars fantasca only for 20 years

This car has outlasted my other 3 cars it functions beautifully its great on gas u can get great mileage on this car for sure this car will run a long time trust me. Just change the oil & get a tune up when necessary this car will run forever . Its a very safe car. I've been hit 4 to 5 times and the car maybe looks ugly but it's a sound body car......it has steel casing in front of it so when the person hit me it didn't damage any of the components inside the car that's the best thing ever It doesn't have a bumper anymore but she's OK so it's a great car to have. I would recommend buying this car if you had to buy any use card this is the one to buy
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 4.0
Interior 4.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 4.0
Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 1997 Nissan Sentra?

The 1997 Nissan Sentra is available in 4 trim levels:

  • (1 style)
  • GLE (2 styles)
  • GXE (2 styles)
  • XE (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 1997 Nissan Sentra?

The 1997 Nissan Sentra offers up to 29 MPG in city driving and 39 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 1997 Nissan Sentra reliable?

The 1997 Nissan Sentra has an average reliability rating of 4.8 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 1997 Nissan Sentra owners.

Is the 1997 Nissan Sentra a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 1997 Nissan Sentra. 100.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.7 / 5
Based on 13 reviews
  • Comfort: 3.9
  • Interior: 3.7
  • Performance: 4.2
  • Value: 4.8
  • Exterior: 4.1
  • Reliability: 4.8

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