When you’re searching for a new sedan, often you’re keeping two primary qualifiers in mind: practicality and security. The car needs to have both because you’ll end up either annoyed that it’s a gas guzzler or fearful over the safety of your passengers. Fortunately, the 2013 Nissan Sentra SV offers incredible engine performance and thoughtful features, as “Redline Reviews†details below.
Here’s the scoop on this Sentra SV’s motor: it’s a 1.8L four-cylinder that generates 130 horses and 128-lb.-ft. of torque. The story here is its efficiency, though. The engine somehow manages to deliver unbelievable fuel economy that stretches nearly to 40 MPG on average (39 highway/30 city). Additionally, the continuously variable transmission (CVT) makes for a smooth ride thanks to the unlimited gear ratios… you’ll never feel it shift!
Safety is also a huge part of what makes this 2013 Sentra special. Front, rear, and curtain airbags cushion passengers in the event of a collision, no matter where they’re seated. Traction control and electronic brake-force distribution intelligently operate by sensing real-time road conditions and adapting on-the-fly, keeping your tires firmly on the road and eliminating skidding. And the IIHS loves this car—it received its highest scores in the “Head Restraints & Seats,†“Roof Strength,†“Moderate Overlap Front,†and “Side†examinations.