2021 Nissan Sentra vs. 2021 Toyota Corolla

Compare the 2021 Nissan Sentra vs. 2021 Toyota Corolla and you’ll start to see why so many drivers prefer the Nissan. It’s able to blend efficiency, performance, and top of the line technology like no other model in the compact segment, so read on to find out how it bests the Toyota Corolla on:

• Price Options
• Performance and MPG
• Features and Safety

Sentra vs. Corolla: Price Options

You’ll find a wide range of trims available with each model, but the 2021 Nissan Sentra offers consistently lower starting prices than the 2021 Toyota Corolla.

Entry-level and top-tier Nissan Sentra trims include:

• 2021 Nissan Sentra S: Priced at $19,410 MSRP
• 2021 Nissan Sentra SR: Priced at $21,750 MSRP

Entry-level and top-tier Toyota Corolla trims include:

• 2021 Toyota CorollaL: Priced at $19,925 MSRP
• 2021 Toyota Corolla XSE Apex Edition: Priced at $28,210 MSRP

Sentra vs. Corolla: Performance and MPG

Both the 2021 Nissan Sentra and 2021 Toyota Corolla provide a blend of agile power and strong efficiency scores as you cover the roads of Nashville and beyond, but the Nissan’s standard engine is more impressive than the Toyota’s.

• 2021 Nissan Sentra Standard Engine: A 2.0L inline-4 makes up to 149 hp and 146 lb-ft of torque.
• 2021 Toyota Corolla Standard Engine: A 1.8L inline-4 makes up to 139 hp and 126 lb-ft of torque.

And even though the Corolla doesn’t offer as much power as standard, efficiency scores still come out in the Sentra’s favor. It makes up to an EPA-estimated 39 mpg on the highway vs. 38 with the Toyota. 

Sentra vs. Corolla: Features and Safety

As noted by Edmunds: “The Sentra comes with many standard safety features and driver aids.” Many of such advanced safety features outpace those of the Toyota Corolla, including:

• Standard Blind Spot Warning
• Standard Rear Cross Traffic Alert
• Intelligent Around View® Monitor

You’ll also find the Sentra provides interior comfort and styling features that you won’t get with the Corolla in any configuration, including Sport Leatherette-Appointed Seats with Contrast Orange Stitching.

The 2021 Nissan Sentra Edges Ahead of the 2021 Toyota Corolla

While the Toyota Corolla certainly isn’t a bad vehicle, it still can’t quite match a frontrunner like the Nissan Sentra. Our team will be happy to fill you in on everything from the Car Doc maintenance and membership program to standard and available Sentra features, so feel free to contact us at Victory Nissan of Dickson today.