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Which brings me back to my first question: is this car
finally worthy of the Sentra name and all that it has stood for? Not yet.
Admittedly, it feels a bit like a stop gap model, offering nothing new and
nothing spectacular in its class. However, extreme changes can’t be done
overnight. Real effort was put in re-thinking the Sentra, and I commend
that. It makes me think what the all new version would be like. Coming from
the Sentra name, it must be pretty radical. ●
Subjective Ratings
(10 being the highest) |
2004 Nissan Sentra 180GT / GS |
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Performance |
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Engine |
8 |
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Gearbox |
8 |
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Steering |
7 |
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Brakes |
7 |
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Ride |
8 |
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Handling |
7 |
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Body Structure |
7 |
| Comfort / Controls |
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Driving Position |
8 |
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Controls |
8 |
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Instrumentation |
8 |
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Outward Vision |
8 |
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Quietness |
7 |
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Air Con |
9 |
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Ingress / Egress |
7 |
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Front Seat Space |
7 |
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Rear Seat Space |
7 |
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Luggage / Loading |
8 |
| Design / Styling |
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Exterior Styling |
8 |
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Exterior Finish |
8 |
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Interior Styling |
9 |
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Interior Finish |
8 |
| Others |
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Fuel Mileage |
NA |
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List Price |
7 |
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Overall Rating |
7.68 |
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A brand-new cover
distinguishes the 1.8-liter engine from its smaller siblings.
Power isn't its trump card, but more of long-distance touring. |
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Steering is light--a
typical Nissan trademark. The Sentra rarely draws excitement when
driving, but it's a much improved tool in the end. |
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1.6-liter versions
have the same "jersey fabric" seats found on the 2.0-liter
X-TRAILS. |
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