2010 Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V 6MT
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- Photo: 2011 Nissan Sentra 2.0 S in Brilliant Silver, Front Left, 09-10-2023 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2008 Nissan Sentra 2.0, Front Right, 06-11-2021 by SsmIntrigue, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2009 Nissan Sentra by Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2009 Nissan Sentra FE+ 2.0 SL in Magnetic Gray, Rear Left, 04-28-2023 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2010 Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V 6MT is a 200-hp 2.5-liter inline-4 sedan with a 6-speed close-ratio manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $20,080 MSRP.
It makes 200 horsepower at 6,600 rpm and 180 lb-ft of torque at 5200 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 21 mpg city and 28 mpg highway.
The Sentra measures 180.1 inches long on a 105.7-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,058 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $20,080 ($29,922 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.5L I4 |
| Displacement | 2.5 L |
| Horsepower | 200 hp @ 6,600 rpm |
| Torque | 180 lb-ft @ 5200 rpm |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 6-Speed Close-Ratio Manual |
| 1st Gear | 3.15 |
| 2nd Gear | 1.95 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.39 |
| 4th Gear | 1.06 |
| 5th Gear | 0.81 |
| 6th Gear | 0.63 |
| Reverse | 3 |
| Final Drive | 4.43 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 21 MPG |
| Highway | 28 MPG |
| Tank Capacity | 14.5 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent Strut w/Coil Springs |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 12.6 x 1.10 in |
| Rear Brake Disc | 11.5 x 0.35 in |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 17 x 7.0 in |
| Wheels Rear | 17 x 7.0 in |
| Tires Front | P225/45WR17 |
| Tires Rear | P225/45WR17 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 180.1 in |
| Width | 70.5 in |
| Height | 59.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.7 in |
| Front Track | 59.5 in |
| Rear Track | 60.4 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.1 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,058 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 40.6 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.4 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 56.9 in |
| Hip Room Front | 54.1 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 2010 Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V 6MT with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | Not rated |
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2010 Nissan SENTRA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Dec 15, 2011 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 SENTRA VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH MR20 ENGINES, MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 11, 2010, TO MAY 22, 2010, AND JULY 8, 2010, TO OCTOBER 25, 2010. THE ZINC COATING APPLIED TO THE TERMINAL STUD BOLT WAS THICKER THAN SPECIFICATION. THIS CAN RESULT IN A VOLTAGE DROP THAT MAY CAUSE DIFFICULTY STARTING THE VEHICLE AND COULD CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM).
Consequence: THIS ISSUE CAN CAUSE THE ENGINE TO STALL WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION AND IT MAY NOT BE POSSIBLE TO RESTART THE ENGINE AFTER IT STOPPED, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE POSITIVE BATTERY TERMINAL AND COVER, FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALLBEGAN ON JANUARY 23, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
NHTSA campaign 11V579000
Nov 12, 2010 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 SENTRA VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 22, 2010, THROUGH JULY 8, 2010. DUE TO A MACHINING IRREGULARITY, THE BOLT/WASHER SURFACE ON THE POSITIVE BATTERY TERMINAL CABLE END MAY ALLOW FOR A GAP TO OCCUR IN THE CONTACT AREA OF THE TERMINAL. THIS CAN RESULT IN A VOLTAGE DROP THAT MAY CAUSE DIFFICULTY STARTING THE VEHICLE AND COULD CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE.
Consequence: THIS ISSUE CAN CAUSE THE ENGINE TO STOP RUNNING WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION AT LOW SPEED WITH A DIFFICULT OR NO START INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE POSITIVE BATTERY TERMINAL CABLE END WITH A NEW ONE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN PN NOVEMBER 29, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
NHTSA campaign 10V555000
Sep 10, 2010 · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES THAT WERE EQUIPPED WITH A GARMIN NUVI MODEL 750 NAVIGATION SYSTEM. THE BATTERIES CONTAINED IN THE AFFECTED GPS UNITS CAN OVERHEAT.
Consequence: OVERHEATED BATTERIES COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy: NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND THE REPAIRS WILL BE PERFORMED BY GARMIN TECHNICIANS BY REPLACING THE BATTERY AND INSERTING A SPACER ON TOP OF THE BATTERY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 16, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GARMIN DIRECTLY AT 1-866-957-1981 OR NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
NHTSA campaign 10V401000
144 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2010 Nissan SENTRA
Owner Complaints
144 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2010 Nissan SENTRA (11 mention a crash, 4 a fire, 6 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Electrical System | 50 |
| Engine | 35 |
| Air Bags | 31 |
| Power Train | 18 |
| Unknown Or Other | 13 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 11 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2010 NISSAN SENTRA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.