Nissan has waited a long time to do a complete update to the Sentra, and the wait was worth it. The new Sentra looks like a mini-Maxima, as it moves upscale to the premium compact segment. Leather seats are available for the first time. An available CVT automatic should provide improved fuel economy.

Sentra is all-new for 2007. The new model rides on an all new "C" segment chassis. The new Sentra is about 6 inches longer in wheelbase resulting in a roomier interior cabin. A 2.0L 4-cylinder rated at 140 hp and 147 lb-ft of torque is the standard engine. A six-speed manual transmission is standard. A CVT transmission is offered in lieu of a traditional automatic.