A 2024 Nissan Sentra will depreciate $12,053 after 5 years and have a 5-year residual value of $9,977. With out of pocket expenses at $41,274, the total Cost to Own of the 2024 Nissan Sentra is $53,327.
The 2024 Nissan Sentra is in the bottom 76-100% for Cost to Own among all Compact Cars.
When considering the cost of a car, it's important to look beyond the sticker price. Expenses like fuel, maintenance and insurance can add up quickly.
Sometimes a car with a higher initial price tag can actually save you money over the first five years of ownership. Understanding these differences can help you make a smarter financial decision and keep more money in your pocket.
5-Year Cost to Own includes out-of-pocket expenses like fuel, insurance, service & financing, plus the car's loss in value over time (depreciation).
Cost to Own: $53,327
MSRP: $22,030
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Total Out of Pocket Expenses | $41,274 | - | - | |
Fuel | $5,467 | - | - | |
Maintenance | $4,381 | - | - | |
Insurance | $22,860 | - | - | |
Repairs | $2,168 | - | - | |
Financing | $2,626 | - | - | |
State Fees | $3,772 | - | - |
Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 | Year 5 | Total | ||
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Fuel | $1,162 | $1,106 | $1,067 | $1,067 | $1,065 | $5,467 | |
Insurance | $4,572 | $4,572 | $4,572 | $4,572 | $4,572 | $22,860 | |
Financing | $911 | $728 | $535 | $333 | $119 | $2,626 | |
State Fees | $2,200 | $393 | $393 | $393 | $393 | $3,772 | |
Maintenance | $530 | $1,045 | $593 | $1,683 | $530 | $4,381 | |
Repairs | - | - | $500 | $834 | $834 | $2,168 | |
Depreciation | $4,651 | $1,933 | $2,044 | $1,911 | $1,514 | $12,053 | |
Cost To Own | $14,026 | $9,777 | $9,704 | $10,793 | $9,027 | $53,327 |
As of May 2025 insuring a Nissan Sentra 2024 will cost approximately $22,860 dollars to insure per year, or $1,905 dollars per month. This amount can vary depending on factors like the age of the driver, driving record, credit rating, location of insured vehicle, vehicle trim and the company providing the insurance. For more information on insuring your vehicle, check out Kelley Blue Book.
As of May 2025 average annual maintenance costs for a Nissan Sentra 2024 run about $876 dollars, totaling approximately $4,381 dollars over five years.
As of May 2025 average annual depreciation for a Nissan Sentra 2024 runs about $2,410 dollars, totaling approximately $12,053 dollars over five years. It's worth noting that new vehicles depreciate most rapidly in the first couple years after purchase and that rate slows over time.
A Nissan Sentra 2024 can be expected to depreciate around $12,053 dollars over the course of 5 years, averaging $2,410 dollars per year, with the most dramatic depreciation occurring in the first 2-3 years and tapering off thereafter. Factors impacting the depreciation value of the 2024 Nissan include vehicle age, mileage, make and model, accident history, market demand, service history, and external market factors like gas prices. For a more detailed breakdown of vehicle value, check with the experts at Kelley Blue Book.
Average annual maintenance costs for a Nissan Sentra 2024 run about $876 dollars or $4,381 dollars over the span of 5 years. For a more detailed cost breakdown, check out Kelley Blue Book's car maintenance pages for the 2024 Nissan.