Head-to-head
2026 Nissan Sentra vs 2026 Toyota Camry
Too close to call: Nissan Sentra 86.7 vs Toyota Camry 86.6 with these weights. The Toyota Camry is ahead on fuel & range and tech & comfort. Raise the fuel & range weight from 3 to 3.1 and it flips.
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2026 Nissan Sentra
The 2026 Nissan Sentra is sold in the U.S. as a gas midsize sedan with 3 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Sentra (2-mode), is EPA-rated…
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The 2026 Toyota Camry is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid midsize sedan with 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Camry HEV FF LE, is EPA-rat…
Verdict · default weights
2026 Nissan Sentra
Toss-upToo close to call: Nissan Sentra 86.7 vs Toyota Camry 86.6 with these weights. The Toyota Camry is ahead on fuel & range and tech & comfort. Raise the fuel & range weight from 3 to 3.1 and it flips.
Safety 2026 Nissan Sentra leads by 33
Fuel & range 2026 Toyota Camry leads by 36.2
Price 2026 Nissan Sentra leads by 22.3
| Category · weight | 2026 Nissan Sentraoverall 86.7 | 2026 Toyota Camryoverall 86.6 | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricew 4 | 100 | 77.7 | ||||||||||||
Base MSRP of the trim (or the model's lowest trim). Lower is better. | ||||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 63.8 | 100 | ||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | ||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 95.2 | 62.2 | ||||||||||||
NHTSA 5-Star rating, WhichTrim Safety Signal (open recalls by severity), owner complaints, standard driver-assist features (from the press kit, or from what the manufacturer filed with NHTSA where there is none). Open park-outside / do-not-drive advisories cost 25 points. | ||||||||||||||
| Space & cargow 2 | 95.3 | 100 | ||||||||||||
Seats, cargo volume behind the 1st and 2nd rows, rear legroom. | ||||||||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 85.5 | 100 | ||||||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | ||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortw 3 | 75.8 | 100 | ||||||||||||
Standard (1) and optional (0.5) infotainment, convenience, climate and interior features from the manufacturer's press kit. | ||||||||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | No data | No data | ||||||||||||
| Overall | 86.7 | 86.6 | ||||||||||||
Trim vs trim · 6 of 7 categories compared
Nissan Sentra: base trim S FWD · Toyota Camry: base trim LE FWD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Raise the fuel & range weight from 3 to 3.1 and the answer flips.
Change what matters to you →Scores are 0–100 per category from the data on this page. The weights are yours to set.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2026 Nissan Sentra wins
- It has drawn fewer owner complaints (19 against 144 filed with NHTSA).
- It lists 29 standard driver-assist features against 22.
- It starts $6,500 lower ($22,600 against $29,100 base MSRP).
Where the 2026 Toyota Camry answers
- It costs $750 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($1,300 against $2,050).
- It is rated 51 combined against 33 (EPA mpg or MPGe).
What they share
- 5 seats.
Ranked by how far apart the two score on each measure, so a price gap and a horsepower gap are compared on the same scale. Every figure is on this page.
Specifications side by side
48 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Nissan SentraS FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $22,600 | $29,100 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Cylinder count | 4 | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 1,997 cc | 2,487 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.0L DOHC I4 | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder alloy block with aluminum alloy head |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi | — |
| Valve configuration | 4 valves per cylinder, Continuous Variable Valve Timing Control System | DOHC 16-Valve |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 149 hp | 184 hp |
| Torque | 146 lb-ft | 163 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | 30 mpg | 53 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 33 mpg | 51 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 38 mpg | 50 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | 5.034 | — |
| Transmission type | cvt | Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | 4.7 in | 5.4 in |
| Overall height | 57.1 in | 56.9 in |
| Overall length | 183 in | 194 in |
| Overall width | 71.5 in | 72.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 107 in | 111 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 14.3 cu-ft | 15.1 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 110 cu-ft | 99.9 cu-ft |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 38.9 in | 38.3 in |
| Third-row headroom | 36.7 in | 37.6 in |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 44 in | 42.1 in |
| Third-row legroom | 34.8 in | 38 in |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3,097 lbs | 3,450 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3,097 lbs | 3,450 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4,079 lbs | — |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | Independent strut with coil springs | Independent MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link independent | Multi-link with stabilizer bar |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Dual pinion electric power-assisted | Electric Power Steering rack-and-pinion with electric power-assist |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 34.8 ft | 37.4 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | 279 mm | 305 mm |
| Front brake type | Vented disc | ventilated disc |
| Parking brake type | Electric with auto-hold | Electric Parking Brake |
| Rear brake diameter | 259 mm | 281 mm |
| Rear brake type | Vented disc | solid disc |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 16 in | 16 in |
| Wheel material | steel | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 6.5 in | 6.5 in |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | 205/60R16 | P205/65 R16 |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | 12.4 gal | 13 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 | 87 |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | — | Toyota Safety Connect / Service Connect / Remote Connect / Drive Connect / Wi-Fi Connect |
| Connected services trial (premium tier) | — | 12 months |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | — | 60 months |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 56.2 in | 57.7 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 54.6 in | 55.7 in |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
139 features · differences first, then sharedSafety39 differ · 45 listed
| Feature | Nissan SentraS FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection & Cyclist Detection | std | — |
| Intelligent Forward Collision Warning | std | — |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | std | — |
| Backup camera with dynamic gridlines | — | std |
| Driver and front passenger seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags | std | — |
| Lane Departure Warning with haptic steering wheel | std | — |
| Nissan Advanced Air Bag System with supplemental front air bags with seat belt sensors and occupant classification sensor | std | — |
| Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bags with rollover sensor for front and rear-seat outboard occupant head protection | std | — |
| Rear passenger seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags | std | — |
| Automatic High Beams | — | std |
| Blind Spot Warning | std | — |
| Brake Assist | std | — |
| Brake Hold | — | std |
| Child-protector rear door locks and power window lockout control | — | std |
| Collision sensors: deactivate high-voltage traction battery | — | std |
| Driver and front passenger knee supplemental air bags | std | — |
| Easy-Fill Tire Alert | std | — |
| Eight airbags | — | std |
| Electric Parking Brake | — | std |
| Electronic Brake force Distribution | std | — |
| Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control | — | std |
| Haptic steering wheel | std | — |
| High Beam Assist | std | — |
| Intelligent Cruise Control with steering wheel-mounted switches | std | — |
| Intelligent Driver Alertness | std | — |
| Intelligent Trace Control | std | — |
| Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist | — | std |
| Lane Departure Prevention | std | — |
| Lane Tracing Assist | — | std |
| LATCH (lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) includes lower anchors on outboard rear seats and tether anchors on all rear seats | — | std |
| Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection | — | std |
| Proactive Driving Assist | — | std |
| Rear Door Alert | std | — |
| Rear-Seat Reminder | — | std |
| Road Sign Assist | — | std |
| Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bags with rollover sensor | std | — |
| Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0 | — | std |
| Traction Control System | std | — |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | std | — |
| Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) | std | std |
| Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert and Safe Exit Alert | std | std |
| Hill Start Assist Control | std | std |
| Star Safety System™ — includes Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control, Traction Control, Anti-lock Brake System, Electronic Brake-force Distribution, Brake Assist and Smart Stop Technology® | std | std |
| Anti-theft system with alarm and engine immobilizer | std | std |
| Tire Pressure Monitor System with direct pressure readout and individual tire location alert | std | std |
Infotainment23 differ · 23 listed
| Feature | Nissan SentraS FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi Connect — includes AT&T Wi-Fi hotspot and Integrated Streaming (Apple Music® and Amazon Music) compatibility. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| 1 rear, charge-only USB Type C port | std | — |
| 12.3-inch NissanConnect® touchscreen | std | — |
| 2 front USB Type C ports | std | — |
| 4 speakers | std | — |
| 6-speaker audio system | — | std |
| 7-inch multi-information display | std | — |
| 8-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen with USB-A media port, hands-free phone capability and music streaming via Bluetooth® wireless technology, SiriusXM® 3-month trial subscription. | — | std |
| AM/FM with RDS | std | — |
| Bluetooth® hands-free phone system with Streaming Audio via Bluetooth® | std | — |
| Drive Connect — includes Cloud Navigation with Google Points of Interest data, Intelligent Assistant with Hey, Toyota, and Destination Assist. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Five USB ports: one USB-A media port and two USB-C charging ports up front, with one USB-A and one USB-C charging port in the rear | — | std |
| Google Assistant™ voice recognition | std | — |
| Hands-Free Text Messaging Assistant | std | — |
| NissanConnect® Services including Wi-Fi Hotspot (factory option) | std | — |
| Qi-compatible wireless charging with charge indicator light | — | std |
| Remote Connect — remotely interact with your vehicle through the Toyota app via your smartwatch. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Safety Connect® — includes Emergency Assistance Button, Enhanced Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification and Stolen Vehicle Locator. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Service Connect — receive personalized maintenance updates and vehicle health reports. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Siri® Eyes Free | std | — |
| Wireless Android Auto™ compatibility | — | std |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay® and wireless Android Auto™ | std | — |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay® compatibility | — | std |
Convenience11 differ · 11 listed
| Feature | Nissan SentraS FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Smart Key System on front doors and trunk with Push Button Start, remote keyless entry system and remote illuminated entry | — | opt |
| 12-volt DC power outlet | std | — |
| Convenience Package — includes auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink® universal garage door opener, Smart Key System on front doors, and power-adjustable driver's seat | — | opt |
| Multi-function key fob with remote entry system with lock, two-stage unlock, panic, trunk-release functions, Push Button Start with remote illuminated entry | — | std |
| One 12V auxiliary power outlet | — | std |
| Power door locks with auto-locking feature | std | — |
| Power door locks with shift-linked automatic locking feature with anti-lockout feature | — | std |
| Power windows with auto up/down, jam protection in all positions and retained-power features | — | std |
| Power windows with driver-side one-touch auto up/down and auto reverse | std | — |
| Push Button Start | — | std |
| Remote Keyless Entry system with Push Button Ignition | std | — |
Climate2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Nissan SentraS FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Dual zone automatic climate control with air filter, humidity sensor and rear-seat vents | — | std |
| Manual air conditioning | std | — |
Seating6 differ · 8 listed
| Feature | Nissan SentraS FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 8-way power-adjustable front driver's seat with power lumbar support | — | opt |
| 4-way manual front passenger seat | std | — |
| 6-way manual passenger front seat | — | opt |
| Cloth front seats | std | — |
| Cold Weather Package — includes heated leather steering wheel and heated front seats | — | opt |
| Rear seats 60/40-split fold-down | std | — |
| Heated front seats | opt | opt |
| Fabric-trimmed front seats with passenger-side seatback pocket; 6-way manual front driver's and passenger seat | std | std |
Interior14 differ · 14 listed
| Feature | Nissan SentraS FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Leather-trimmed heated tilt/telescopic steering wheel | — | opt |
| Auto-dimming day/night rearview mirror with HomeLink® universal transceiver | — | opt |
| 7-in. digital gauge cluster — with selectable gauge display screens and fuel economy, Driver Assist, vehicle/trip information and warning messages | — | std |
| Covered center console, armrest and storage | — | std |
| Front seatback pockets | — | std |
| Leather-trimmed heated tilt/telescopic steering wheel | — | opt |
| Leather-trimmed tilt/telescopic steering wheel with paddle shifters | — | opt |
| Sun visors with vanity mirrors | std | — |
| Tilt/telescopic steering wheel | — | std |
| Two front and two rear cup holders; two front door and two rear bottle holders | — | std |
| Manual tilt and telescoping steering wheel | std | — |
| Rearview mirror with manual day/night mode | — | std |
| Dual sun visors with sliding extensions and illuminated vanity mirrors | — | std |
| Overhead console with sunglasses storage | — | std |
Exterior29 differ · 30 listed
| Feature | Nissan SentraS FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Power tilt/slide moonroof | — | opt |
| LED headlights (high/low beam) | std | — |
| 16-in. 10-spoke silver-painted alloy wheels | — | std |
| 16-inch steel with cover, 16 x 6.5-inch wheels | std | — |
| 205/60R16 all-season tires | std | — |
| Acoustic noise-reducing front windshield | — | std |
| Bi-LED projector low- and high-beam headlights, Automatic High Beams and auto on/off | — | std |
| Black front side air curtains | — | std |
| Black horizontal bar front grille | — | std |
| Black rear lower diffuser | — | std |
| Black window trim | — | std |
| Body-color door handles | std | — |
| Chrome-finished rear "CAMRY" lettering | — | std |
| Color-keyed outside door handles | — | std |
| Color-keyed outside door handles with touch-sensor lock/unlock feature | — | opt |
| Gloss black power outside mirrors | std | — |
| Heated power outside mirrors with integrated turn signals and blind spot warning indicators | — | std |
| Intelligent Auto Headlights | std | — |
| LED combination taillights with bulb turn signal and reverse light | — | std |
| LED tail lights | std | — |
| Rear window defogger and outside mirror heater function with timer | — | std |
| Single exhaust | — | std |
| Temporary spare: Tire repair kit | std | — |
| V-motion front grille, gloss black with chrome finisher | std | — |
| Variable intermittent front wipers | std | — |
| Washer-linked intermittent windshield wipers | — | std |
| Rear window defroster with timer | std | — |
| Center High-Mount Stop Light | std | — |
| Spare Tire/Wheel Temporary | — | std |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | std | std |
Powertrain3 differ · 3 listed
| Feature | Nissan SentraS FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive configuration: Front-engine / front-wheel drive | std | — |
| Idle Stop/Start | std | — |
| Predictive Fuel-Efficient Drive | — | std |
Chassis3 differ · 3 listed
| Feature | Nissan SentraS FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Active Ride Control | std | — |
| Electric parking brake with auto-hold | std | — |
| Intelligent Ride Control | std | — |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPNissan Sentra
Safety Signal 92 A
NHTSA overall —
Frontal / side / rollover — / — / —
Recalls 1
Owner complaints 19 · 1 crashes · 1 fires
Most complained about Unspecified (8), Back Over Prevention (4), Wheels (3)
Top recalls
- high Seats 26V145000 · 15 vehicles
Toyota Camry
Safety Signal 74 C
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★★ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★★
Recalls 3 · 1 critical
Owner complaints 144 · 13 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Hybrid Propulsion System (42), Unspecified (26), Power Train (20)
Top recalls
- critical Hybrid Propulsion System 25V869000 · 55,405 vehicles
- high Seat Belts 26V511000 · 508,354 vehicles
- moderate Back Over Prevention 25V744000 · 1,024,407 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Nissan SentraS FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $22,600 (base trim) | $29,100 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | $22,600 – $27,990 4 trims | $29,100 – $37,025 10 trims |
| Powertrains | GAS | HEV |
| EPA configuration compared | Sentra (2-mode) | Camry HEV FF LE |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 33 | 51 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $2,050 | $1,300 |
| EV range | — | — |
| Basic warranty | — | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Powertrain warranty | — | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| Roadside assistance | — | 2 yr |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2026 Nissan Sentra or the 2026 Toyota Camry?
Too close to call: Nissan Sentra 86.7 vs Toyota Camry 86.6 with these weights. The Toyota Camry is ahead on fuel & range and tech & comfort. Raise the fuel & range weight from 3 to 3.1 and it flips. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2026 Nissan Sentra scores 86.7 and the 2026 Toyota Camry 86.6. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which is cheaper, the 2026 Nissan Sentra or the 2026 Toyota Camry?
The 2026 Nissan Sentra starts lower — $22,600 against $29,100, a gap of $6,500 at the trims compared here. Both are manufacturer MSRPs before destination, options and dealer charges.
Which has the better safety record, the 2026 Nissan Sentra or the 2026 Toyota Camry?
2026 Nissan Sentra: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 1 recall. 2026 Toyota Camry: 5 NHTSA stars, grade C, 3 recalls. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the biggest differences between the 2026 Nissan Sentra and the 2026 Toyota Camry?
Where the 2026 Nissan Sentra wins: it has drawn fewer owner complaints (19 against 144 filed with NHTSA), lists 29 standard driver-assist features against 22, and starts $6,500 lower ($22,600 against $29,100 base MSRP). Where the 2026 Toyota Camry answers: it costs $750 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($1,300 against $2,050) and is rated 51 combined against 33 (EPA mpg or MPGe). What they share: 5 seats.