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NISSAN Sentra 2000-2006 Photos, engines & full specs

Segment: Small
Production years: 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006

NISSAN Sentra 2000-2006 10 Photos
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Nissan introduced the fifth generation of the Sentra in 1999 as a 2000 model year and was a clear upgrade into the compact segment.

With the Altima moved into the mid-size segment, Nissan was left uncovered on the compact-sized sedans, a spot which it filled with the revised and upgraded Sentra. As a result, it was not only a bigger vehicle but also a sportier one, with the SE-R version becoming one of the best hot sedans on the market, beating Honda Civic in terms of performance and features.

The new design dropped the slim headlights at the front, favoring taller headlamps flanked the grille. Thus, the entire front fascia became more prominent. In addition, the overall design was formed by curved panels, dropping the sharp and straight lines of the previous Sentra. At the back, the short straight deck amplified the sensation of a sporty vehicle.

Inside, Nissan introduced a new design language, with rounded shapes and a distinct look for the center console, which was a tad taller than its predecessor. The center stack sported a contrasting color to the rest of the dashboard. Since it tried to keep the car's price low, the standard upholstery was not from a top-quality fabric.

Under the hood, Nissan installed the 1.8-liter powerplant and dropped the 1.6-liter version for good. A punchier version was the 2.5-liter inline-four that provided 162 hp (165 PS), and it was installed on the SE-R version.

NISSAN Sentra 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006
  2 gasoline engines
  • 1.8L 16V 5MT (128 HP)
  • 2.5L 16V 5MT (165 HP)

NISSAN Sentra
1.8L 16V 5MT (128 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 1.8L 16V 5MT (128 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1769 cm3
Power:94.7 KW @ 6000 RPM
129 HP @ 6000 RPM
127 BHP @ 6000 RPM
Torque:129 lb-ft @ 2400 RPM
175 Nm @ 2400 RPM
Fuel System:Multipoint Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:13.2 gallons (50.0 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:109 mph (175 km/h)
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:5-Speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Drums
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:195/60HR15
DIMENSIONS
Length:177.5 in (4509 mm)
Width:67.3 in (1709 mm)
Height:55.5 in (1410 mm)
Front/rear Track:58.1/57.3 in (1,476/1,455 mm)
Wheelbase:99.8 in (2535 mm)
Ground Clearance:4.7 in (119 mm)
Cargo Volume:11.6 cuFT (328 L)
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:2538 lbs (1151 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:3362.6 lbs (1525 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:28 mpg US (8.4 L/100Km)
Highway:35 mpg US (6.7 L/100Km)

NISSAN Sentra
2.5L 16V 5MT (165 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 2.5L 16V 5MT (165 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:2488 cm3
Power:121 KW @ 6000 RPM
165 HP @ 6000 RPM
162 BHP @ 6000 RPM
Torque:170 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM
231 Nm @ 4000 RPM
Fuel System:Multipoint Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:13.2 gallons (50.0 L)
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:5-Speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:195/55HR16
DIMENSIONS
Length:177.5 in (4509 mm)
Width:67.3 in (1709 mm)
Height:55.5 in (1410 mm)
Front/rear Track:58.1/57.3 in (1,476/1,455 mm)
Wheelbase:99.8 in (2535 mm)
Ground Clearance:4.7 in (119 mm)
Cargo Volume:11.6 cuFT (328 L)
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:2712.2 lbs (1230 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:3356.7 lbs (1523 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:23 mpg US (10.2 L/100Km)
Highway:28 mpg US (8.4 L/100Km)
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