2002 Nissan Sentra pricing starts at $1,925 for the Sentra XE Sedan 4D, which had a starting MSRP of $13,588 when new. The range-topping 2002 Sentra SE-R Spec V Sedan 4D starts at $4,300 today, originally priced from $17,539.
Original MSRP | KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
$13,588 | $1,925 | |||
$14,289 | $2,200 | |||
$15,439 | $2,275 | |||
$16,539 | $3,400 | |||
$17,539 | $4,300 |
The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 2002 Nissan Sentra models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.
Owners give this generation Nissan Sentra (2000-2006) a 4.1 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 84% recommend it. These figures are based on 852 consumer reviews, like these:
What Owners are Saying About the 2002 Nissan Sentra
"Good reliable car."
"I bought this car in high school and it has lasted me through college. It's nothing special but it gets the job done. I have never not had it start for me. It also gets decent gas mileage. I would recommend to anyone just needing a commuter car. I also drive it on the 6 hr drive home from school frequently and never have any problems with it."
"Highly Reliable"
"I have driven my Nissan Sentra since 2005. (It is a 2002 model that we bought used.) It has been a very reliable car!"
"Good car. 3rd sentra we have owned,"
"Very dependable, great gas mileage, fun to drive, doesn't do well in snow needs snow tires, exterior poor quality paint job and interior seats cheap"
Overall 2002 Nissan Sentra Quality
User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 2002 Nissan Sentra is above average for its class. Owners rated the 2002 Nissan Sentra quality a 4.2 out of 5.
2002 Nissan Sentra Reliability
The 2002 Nissan Sentra receives an average consumer rating of 4.1 overall and a 4.4 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.
Favorite 2002 Sentra Features
According to drivers of the 2002 Sentra, here are some of its best features:
2002 Sentra XE Sedan 4D - city 24 MPG - hwy 31 MPG
2002 Sentra GXE Sedan 4D - city 24 MPG - hwy 31 MPG
2002 Sentra CA Sedan 4D - city 24 MPG - hwy 31 MPG
2002 Sentra SE-R Sedan 4D - city 21 MPG - hwy 27 MPG
2002 Sentra SE-R Spec V Sedan 4D - city 19 MPG - hwy 26 MPG
NHTSA Safety Rating
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the 2002 Nissan Sentra front-side driver crash test rating is 4 out of 5 stars. The front-side passenger crash test rating is 4 out of 5.
2002 Nissan Sentra Safety Features
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Style | Trade-In Value | Private Party Value | Fair Purchase Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
$700 | $1,675 | $1,925 | |||
$950 | $1,900 | $2,200 | |||
$1,000 | $1,975 | $2,275 | |||
$1,575 | $3,000 | $3,400 | |||
$2,825 | $3,775 | $4,300 |
Curb Weight | 2519 lbs. | ||
|---|---|---|---|
EPA Passenger | 88.5 cu.ft. | ||
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 39.9 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 41.6 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 5 | ||
Overall Length | 177.5 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 52.5 inches | ||
Towing Capacity, Maximum | 1000 lbs. | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 11.6 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 34.7 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 99.8 inches | ||
Width with mirrors | 67.3 inches |
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Moon Roof/Sun Roof | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 4 doors | ||
Rear Spoiler | Available |
City | 24 mpg | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Highway | 31 mpg | ||
Combined | 27 mpg |
Drivetrain | FWD | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Transmission Type | Automatic |
Horsepower | 126 @ 6000 RPM | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Torque | 129 @ 2400 rpm | ||
Engine | 4-Cyl, 1.8 Liter |
Basic | 3 years / 36000 miles | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Powertrain | 5 years / 60000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 5 years / Unlimited miles |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,925 | $1,575 | $1,275 | $1,625 | |
| Consumer Rating | 4.1 | 4.4 | 4.1 | 3.8 | |
| Fuel Economy | City 24/Hwy 31/Comb 27 MPG | City 20/Hwy 27/Comb 23 MPG | City 18/Hwy 25/Comb 21 MPG | City 18/Hwy 27/Comb 21 MPG | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 6 | 5 | |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years or 36000 miles | 4 years or 50000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | |
| Horsepower | 126 @ 6000 RPM | 170 @ 5900 RPM | 155 @ 4900 RPM | 170 @ 4800 RPM | |
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 1.8 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.8 Liter | 6-Cyl, 3.0 Liter | V6, 3.4 Liter | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
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