2021 Honda Civic vs. 2021 Nissan Sentra

Compare the 2021 Honda Civic vs. 2021 Nissan Sentra and you’ll find industry critics rating the Honda much higher:

• US News and World Report’s Best Compact Cars for2021: 2021 Honda Civic 1st/2021 Nissan Sentra 12th.
• Car and Driver’s Compact Car Ratings: 2021 Honda Civic 1st/2021 Nissan Sentra 10th.
• Edmund’s Best Compact Cars of 2021 and 2022: 2021 Honda Civic 1st/2021 Nissan Sentra 8th.

So, what makes the Honda Civic such a critical favorite and clear winner over the Nissan Sentra? We’ve put together a quick overview to help you find out.

Civic vs. Sentra: Performance

Firstly, the Nissan Sentra is going to feel considerably less responsive and powerful than the Civic thanks to its lackluster 149 hp engine. In contrast, the Civic offers two engines that are both significantly more powerful:

• Standard Engine: A 2.0L 4-cylinder makes up to 158 hp and 138 lb-ft of torque.
• Available Engine: A 1.5L turbocharged 4-Cylinder makes up to 174 hp and 162 lb-ft of torque.

Civic vs. Sentra: Features

Next up, let’s look at features. Here again the Civic provides more than the Sentra, including the following premium standard and available amenities:

• Standard Speed-Sensitive Volume Compensation
• Available 10-Speaker Premium Sound System
• Available 8-Way Power Driver’s Seat
• Available Heated Rear Outboard Seats

Look for those features with the Nissan Sentra and you won’t find them available with any trim level.

Civic vs. Sentra: Safety Technology

Both the 2021 Honda Civic and the 2021 Nissan Sentra provide a strong range of cutting-edge safety features, but the Civic’s is just that little bit stronger. It’s the only model of two that offers:

• Standard Adaptive Cruise Control
• Multi-Angle Rearview Camera
• LaneWatch™ System

Whether you’re parking in the middle of a crowded lot or changing lanes on the highway, the Honda Civic provides superior protection.

The 2021 Nissan Sentra is Thoroughly Outclassed by the 2021 Honda Civic

After comparing it against the Sentra, it’s clear why the Civic is such a popular mainstay of the compact sedan segment. You can find it now at Tower Honda of Longview, so feel free todrop by our showroom orcontact us directly for any further advice or information.