Nissan Sentra B15

Nissan Sentra B15
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The Nissan Sentra B15 (2000–2006): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 14 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: B15 · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length–4,509 mm
Width–1,709 mm
Height–1,410 mm
Wheelbase–2,535 mm
Weights and towing
Kerb weight–1,140 kg
Seats and space
Luggage space (EPA)340 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)2,492–2,520 L EPA–

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia, US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

1,374 complaints for model years 2000–2006. 127 crashes · 18 fires · 101 injuries · 1 death

  • Engine 584
  • Electrical system 169
  • Airbags 138
  • Fuel system 78
  • Speed control 45
  • Tyres 26

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 14 versions of the Nissan Sentra B15

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United States 7 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2000–20061.8 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive26–28 MPG (8.4–9.0 L/100 km) EPA197–212 g/km
2000–2006CLKUP1.8 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive26–27 MPG (8.7–9.0 L/100 km) EPA205–212 g/km
2002–20062.5 LPetrol6-speed manualFront-wheel drive22–23 MPG (10.2–10.7 L/100 km) EPA240–251 g/km
2002–2006CLKUP2.5 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA251 g/km
2002–20032.5 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA240 g/km
2000–20012MODE CLKUP · CLKUP2.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA240 g/km
2000–20012.0 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA230 g/km

Canada 7 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2001–2006Compact1.8 LPetrol4-speed automatic8.6–9.2 L/100 km 5-cycle198–212 g/km
2001–2006Compact1.8 LPetrol5-speed manual8.5–8.9 L/100 km 5-cycle196–205 g/km
2002–2006Compact2.5 LPetrol6-speed manual10.2–10.8 L/100 km 5-cycle235–248 g/km
2002–2006Compact2.5 LPetrol4-speed automatic10.5–10.7 L/100 km 5-cycle242–246 g/km
2002–2003Compact2.5 LPetrol5-speed manual10.2 L/100 km 5-cycle235 g/km
2001Compact2.0 LPetrol4-speed automatic10.0 L/100 km 5-cycle230 g/km
2001Compact2.0 LPetrol5-speed manual10.0 L/100 km 5-cycle230 g/km

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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.