The Nissan Sentra vs. The Competition

2025 Nissan Sentra vs the Competition in Honolulu

Looking for a reliable and efficient commuter car for your daily drives around Honolulu and Kapolei? The new 2025 Nissan Sentra is a great pick, but of course this small sedan has plenty of competitors that daily commuters from Waipahu and Ewa Beach will want to consider. With that in mind, we're taking one of the most efficient and affordable options from our new Nissan model lineup and comparing it to some other popular small sedans found near Schofield Barracks and elsewhere on Oahu.

Nissan Sentra vs Hyundai Elantra

  • Though small sedan buyers are likely not after high-end performance, every commuter from Honolulu will appreciate the slightly peppier Nissan Sentra in comparison to the new Hyundai Elantra. Even with a bit more oomph, the Sentra is a bit more efficient than its competitor, helping you save as much as possible as you tack on mileage on Oahu.
  • You'll love taking advantage of the slightly larger and more convenient interior setup of the Nissan Sentra compared to the 2025 Elantra. Not only will driver and passengers enjoy a bit more leg- and head-room, but the Sentra offers a better rear folding seat setup and pass-through to the trunk compared to the Hyundai model.
  • As you'll find across the new Nissan model lineup, the new 2025 Sentra is ranked as a more reliable vehicle than the 2025 Hyundai Elantra. Consumer Reports gives the Nissan small sedan a significant edge, while J.D. Power and Associates slots the Sentra above the Hyundai small sedan in its rankings.

Nissan Sentra vs Toyota Corolla

  • Going against one of the most popular small sedans of the past couple decades has a significant bonus for the new Nissan Sentra: it starts off at a lower price compared to the Corolla. That continues in higher trims, giving you more room with the budget you're shopping with around Schofield Barracks and Ewa Beach to add more options and features.
  • With a focus on soft-touch cabin materials, the Sentra starts you off with a much more refined interior compared to that found in the new 2025 Toyota Corolla. To get the level of elegance that's standard with the Sentra, you'll have to spend much more with the new Corolla in Honolulu.
  • When you're commuting on the highways of Oahu, you'll love the generous legroom, soft and supportive seats, and smooth ride of the new Sentra, while the  Corolla rides a bit rougher, even on paved surfaces.

Nissan Sentra vs Honda Civic

  • There's a significant gap in the starting prices for these two popular small sedans, with the 2025 Nissan Sentra being the considerably more affordable option. That trend continues as you compare higher trim levels, giving you more to pick from and upgrade to with the Nissan vehicle for sale near Kapolei and Waipahu.
  • With slight less power, the new Sentra also barely bests the Civic in terms of fuel economy. The difference in efficiency ratings may seem negligible, but just as you're trying to save as much as possible when buying or leasing your next new sedan in Honolulu, you'll want to spend as little as possible on gas. Consider the new Sentra for all your commuting and you'll get incredible long-term value through its better fuel economy.
  • When you're spending less on the Sentra than you would on a similar Civic, you'll love how the Nissan small sedan is far more refined inside. Not only does the Sentra offer soft-touch materials and incredibly comfortable seats, but it also offers amenities like a sunroof - perfect for soaking in the Hawaiian sun - and automatic climate controls, which are only available with the costlier hybrid version of the Civic.

Test Drive a 2025 Nissan Sentra in Honolulu

We're excited to have so many 2024 Nissan Sentra options near Kapolei, and we'd love to talk more about what puts the new Sentra ahead of other compact cars for sale in the area. You can view our new Nissan inventory to look through our Nissan sedans and other models. Car shoppers can also check out the Nissan model highlights we've put together to learn more about the 2024 Nissan Sentra. Ready to test drive? Call our dealership to set up a time to come try out the Nissan Sentra or any other model that catches your eye.


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