Safety

The Sentra received a Good overall rating — the highest possible score — in the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's frontal-offset and side-impact crash tests. It received the next-best score, Acceptable, in IIHS' rear-impact whiplash-injury test.

Standard safety features include side-impact airbags for the front seats, side curtain airbags for both rows and active front head restraints. Antilock brakes and an electronic stability system are optional.

Check out the Standard Equipment & Specs page for a full list of safety features.

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    Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants
    The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be slightly different. When refilling, follow the procedure described in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section ...

    In-cabin microfilter
    The in-cabin microfilter restricts the entry of airborne dust and pollen particles and reduces some objectionable outside odors. The filter is located behind the glove box. Refer to the NISSAN ...

    Ignition switch positions
    LOCK: Normal parking position (0) ● Intelligent Key: ● PUSH OFF- The steering lock can only be locked at this position (for vehicles equipped with a steering lock mechanism). OFF: ( ...