{"id":4289,"date":"2025-09-30T01:37:16","date_gmt":"2025-09-30T01:37:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gottanlent.vansonnguyen.com\/?p=4289"},"modified":"2025-09-30T01:37:17","modified_gmt":"2025-09-30T01:37:17","slug":"c3009013-obsequious-channel-their-inner-rock-gods-semi-final_part2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gottanlent.vansonnguyen.com\/?p=4289","title":{"rendered":"C3009013 Obsequious channel their inner rock gods Semi Final_part2"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/plugins\/video.php?height=476&#038;href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2F100088633698345%2Fvideos%2F2003662173720815%2F&#038;show_text=true&#038;width=476&#038;t=0\" width=\"476\" height=\"591\" style=\"border:none;overflow:hidden\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowFullScreen=\"true\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The 2026 Nissan Sentra Gets New Mugs, Fancy Cabin Duds<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Sentra\u2019s elevated interior style and more differentiated exterior designs help make it a more compelling offering.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.motortrend.com\/staff\/miguel-cortina\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Miguel Cortina<\/a>Writer<a href=\"https:\/\/www.motortrend.com\/staff\/brian-vance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Brian Vance<\/a>Photographer<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">ManufacturerPhotographerSep 23, 2025<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.motortrend.com\/news\/2026-nissan-sentra-first-look-review\/photos\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a class=\"group\/card block w-full text-left @container\" href=\"https:\/\/www.motortrend.com\/news\/2026-nissan-sentra-first-look-review\/photos\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motortrend.com\/files\/68d1d70b26465d0002ac0b4a\/lead-2026-nissan-sentra.jpg?w=768&amp;width=768&amp;q=75&amp;format=webp\" alt=\"LEAD 2026 Nissan Sentra\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Their demise has been predicted for years now, but sedans are still hanging around, despite the predominance of crossovers and SUVs in America\u2019s driveways. In fact, things remain surprisingly competitive in the compact four-door segment, with more than a half dozen impressive, affordable models still on sale, including the Nissan Sentra. That\u2019s why Nissan\u2019s sticking with the Sentra\u2014and making it better. As a result, the&nbsp;<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.motortrend.com\/cars\/nissan\/sentra\/2026\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2026 Nissan Sentra<\/a>&nbsp;is getting a fresh look inside and out, more premium features for its top trims, and a stylish new take on its SR model.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">One Sentra, Two Faces<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For the first time ever, the Sentra will have two faces from which to choose. The mug of the&nbsp;<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.motortrend.com\/reviews\/2024-nissan-sentra-sr-first-test-review\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sporty 2026 Sentra SR<\/a>&nbsp;is the easier one to spot, thanks to its fully blacked-out trim and SR badging. Other Sentra trims swap in a different, largely body-colored grille designed to exude a more mature, upscale vibe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.motortrend.com\/news\/2026-nissan-sentra-first-look-review\/photos\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a class=\"group\/card block w-full text-left @container\" href=\"https:\/\/www.motortrend.com\/news\/2026-nissan-sentra-first-look-review\/photos\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motortrend.com\/files\/68d1d779184bfd00029dea4f\/035-2026-nissan-sentra.jpg?w=768&amp;width=768&amp;q=75&amp;format=webp\" alt=\"035 2026 Nissan Sentra\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both grilles feature diagonal slats that form a subtle V shape\u2014a nod to the brand\u2019s signature V-motion design\u2014offset by slim, horizontal LED daytime running lights that jut inward at the top of the grille toward the Nissan badge. And when you unlock the car, you\u2019re greeted by a slick welcome lighting sequence on the SR and the newly reintroduced premium SL trim for 2026 (the Sentra\u2019s trims are now S, SV, SL, and SR). It\u2019s the type of upscale touch we haven\u2019t seen in the Sentra\u2019s segment until now, or even a segment above it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The SR keeps up its sporty appearance with black- and chrome-trimmed accents all around. Two-tone, 18-inch wheels, side skirts, mirror caps, rear diffuser, spoiler, and a floating roof all work together to give the Sentra SR a bolder, more athletic look than the rest of the 2026 Sentra pack. While the car&#8217;s profile remains largely the same as the outgoing model, the rear also gets a stylish upgrade thanks to the addition of slim, horizontal LED elements that echo the front lighting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Taken as a whole, the 2026 Sentra\u2019s exterior updates mark a big departure from past generations. It has a more modern, sporty, and confident appeal that should help it stand out from longtime rivals such as the&nbsp;<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.motortrend.com\/cars\/honda\/civic\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Honda Civic<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.motortrend.com\/cars\/toyota\/corolla\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Toyota Corolla<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.motortrend.com\/news\/2026-nissan-sentra-first-look-review\/photos\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a class=\"group\/card block w-full text-left @container\" href=\"https:\/\/www.motortrend.com\/news\/2026-nissan-sentra-first-look-review\/photos\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motortrend.com\/files\/68d1d7bc184bfd00029dea50\/012-2026-nissan-sentra.jpg?w=768&amp;width=768&amp;q=75&amp;format=webp\" alt=\"012 2026 Nissan Sentra\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Surprising Interior<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No matter which trim you pick, every 2026 Sentra comes with a 12.3-inch infotainment screen with wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and three USB-C ports are standard. Step up to the SV or higher, and you\u2019ll get wireless CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, while SL and SR Premium models sweeten the deal with an eight-speaker Bose premium audio system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We had a chance to hop inside a Sentra in the newly reintroduced uplevel SL trim and came away impressed by the cabin\u2019s layout and materials choices, highlighted by its so-called TailorFit soft-touch leather-look upholstery. It was done up in a stylish beige, black, and blue color scheme, highlighted by dual 12.3-inch screens\u2014one for the driver and one for infotainment\u2014and sleek touch-capacitive controls for the climate system. Ambient lighting and a wireless charger round out the list of standard goodies for the SL.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.motortrend.com\/news\/2026-nissan-sentra-first-look-review\/photos\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a class=\"group\/card block w-full text-left @container\" href=\"https:\/\/www.motortrend.com\/news\/2026-nissan-sentra-first-look-review\/photos\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motortrend.com\/files\/68d1d87f4f8aa0000254b246\/019-2026-nissan-sentra.jpg?w=768&amp;width=768&amp;q=75&amp;format=webp\" alt=\"019 2026 Nissan Sentra\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From what we\u2019ve experienced of it thus far, the Sentra\u2019s upgraded cabin feels like a clear step up from the outgoing model, one that should at a minimum hold its own against its compact sedan competition. The brand\u2019s impressive safety and driver assistance tech, including standard and available features such as a class-exclusive 360-monitoring system, ProPilot assist, and standard intelligent cruise control, also amp up the overall Senta package. Nissan\u2019s aiming for a bigger slice of the segment, and the new interior package should only help in that regard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sameish Powertrain<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We\u2019re digging what Nissan did to upgrade the 2026 Sentra inside and out, but underneath those reskins, there\u2019s not a whole lot else to talk about. Nissan chose to stick with the current Sentra\u2019s platform instead of starting fresh. That move helps keep costs down (Nissan slightly increased the car\u2019s rigidity to help improve the ride and made some minor adjustments to enhance comfort and reduce cabin noise), but there aren\u2019t any new powertrains or dimensional improvements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.motortrend.com\/news\/2026-nissan-sentra-first-look-review\/photos\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a class=\"group\/card block w-full text-left @container\" href=\"https:\/\/www.motortrend.com\/news\/2026-nissan-sentra-first-look-review\/photos\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motortrend.com\/files\/68d1d8396f002c000286213d\/014-2026-nissan-sentra.jpg?w=768&amp;width=768&amp;q=75&amp;format=webp\" alt=\"014 2026 Nissan Sentra\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As a result, the 2026 Sentra makes do with the same naturally aspirated 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine churning out 149 hp and 147 lb-ft of torque, which is an average powertrain for its class. The good news is Nissan says the continuously variable transmission it\u2019s mated to has been retuned for a smoother, more natural feel. Here\u2019s hoping that\u2019s the case, as the CVT has been one of our biggest complaints about the current model. The Sentra\u2019s fuel efficiency has been a strong point, and we don\u2019t expect any changes to those numbers; the 2025 Sentra is EPA rated at 33 mpg combined for the SR and 34 mpg for the rest of the lineup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The 2026 Nissan Sentra is set to hit dealerships nationwide by late 2025. Pricing details will become available closer to launch, but don\u2019t expect big changes. The current Sentra is one of the cheapest new cars you can buy today at $22,730 to start and tops out just short of $30,000 for fully loaded models. We expect the newly updated Sentra to stay right in that ballpark.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.motortrend.com\/news\/2026-nissan-sentra-first-look-review\/photos\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a class=\"group\/card block w-full text-left @container\" href=\"https:\/\/www.motortrend.com\/news\/2026-nissan-sentra-first-look-review\/photos\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.motortrend.com\/files\/68d1d8b5da533e0002ee9a1f\/003-2026-nissan-sentra.jpg?w=768&amp;width=768&amp;q=75&amp;format=webp\" alt=\"003 2026 Nissan Sentra\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.motortrend.com\/staff\/miguel-cortina\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.motortrend.com\/staff\/miguel-cortina\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Miguel Cortina<\/a><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"mailto:miguel.cortina@hearst.com\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The 2026 Nissan Sentra Gets New Mugs, Fancy Cabin Duds The Sentra\u2019s elevated interior style and more differentiated exterior designs help make it a more compelling offering.Miguel CortinaWriterBrian VancePhotographer ManufacturerPhotographerSep 23, 2025 Their demise has been predicted for years now, but sedans are still hanging around, despite the predominance of crossovers and SUVs in America\u2019s [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":4290,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-4289","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/gottanlent.vansonnguyen.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4289","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/gottanlent.vansonnguyen.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/gottanlent.vansonnguyen.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gottanlent.vansonnguyen.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gottanlent.vansonnguyen.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=4289"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/gottanlent.vansonnguyen.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4289\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":4291,"href":"https:\/\/gottanlent.vansonnguyen.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4289\/revisions\/4291"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gottanlent.vansonnguyen.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/4290"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/gottanlent.vansonnguyen.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=4289"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gottanlent.vansonnguyen.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=4289"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gottanlent.vansonnguyen.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=4289"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}