2005 Nissan Sentra SE review from North America
"I'm sure most Sentras do not have the problems mine has had"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Replaced leaking rack and pinion at 4,140 miles. It took 4 trips to the dealer get repaired.
Service Engine Soon light. Prior to 11,451 miles.
Resurfaced rotors (rear drums) at 11,451 miles.
Replaced front driver's window regulator at 11,451 miles. Special order regulator for passenger window.
Replaced passenger window regulator at 11,682 miles.
Service Engine Soon light. Prior to 11,855 miles.
Rear drums and shoes ordered at 11,855 miles.
10 days later, drums and shoes replaced.
2 days later, Engine light again.
Replaced R&I combination meter ass'y at 12,616 miles. 2 days in shop.
9 days later, Engine light again!!
I really want to love this car. Did I get a lemon?
General comments?
Love the Fosgate/Rockford stereo.
Gets about 2 miles less per gallon than my 1995 Sentra under exactly the same driving conditions.
Has less power than the 95 Sentra.
Very little leg room in rear seats.
If you get the sun roof, have a towel handy when going through the car wash.
Pretty car.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model year | 2005 |
| Year of manufacture | 2005 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 6 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 17 miles |
| Most recent distance | 13000 miles |
| Previous car | Nissan Sentra |
| Date of Entry | 15th November, 2006 |