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.
See also:
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 trim panel near the accelerator ...
Compass display (if so equipped)
This unit measures terrestrial magnetism and indicates
the heading direction of the vehicle.
With the
ignition placed in the ON position, press
the button as described in the charts below
t ...
Heater and air conditioner (manual)
(if so equipped)
WARNING
● The air conditioner cooling function operates
only when the engine is running.
● Do not leave children or adults who
would normally require the assistance
of others alone in ...