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Used Nissan Sentra value by year
By the DealScan team · Updated 2026-07-11
Quick answer
A used Nissan Sentra in good condition with average mileage runs from about $4,350 for a 2013 up to $15,650 for a 2024. The table below gives the fair value and private-party range for every year, and flags the 5 model years we would avoid.
Nissan Sentra value for every year
Good condition, clean title, average mileage for the age. Newest first.
| Year | Avg miles | Fair value | Private party | Dealer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 25,000 | $15,650 | $14,400–$16,900 | $18,000 |
| 2023 | 37,500 | $13,950 | $12,850–$15,050 | $16,050 |
| 2022 | 50,000 | $12,400 | $11,400–$13,400 | $14,250 |
| 2021 | 62,500 | $11,050 | $10,150–$11,950 | $12,700 |
| 2020 | 75,000 | $9,850 | $9,050–$10,650 | $11,350 |
| 2019 | 87,500 | $8,750 | $8,050–$9,450 | $10,050 |
| 2018 | 100,000 | $7,800 | $7,200–$8,400 | $8,950 |
| 2017Avoid | 112,500 | $6,950 | $6,400–$7,500 | $8,000 |
| 2016Avoid | 125,000 | $6,150 | $5,650–$6,650 | $7,050 |
| 2015Avoid | 137,500 | $5,500 | $5,050–$5,950 | $6,300 |
| 2014Avoid | 150,000 | $4,900 | $4,500–$5,300 | $5,650 |
| 2013Avoid | 162,500 | $4,350 | $4,000–$4,700 | $5,000 |
How much mileage moves the price
Using a 2018 Sentra as the example. The same spread applies at every year on the table above.
| Mileage | Miles | Fair value | Private party |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower mileage | 68,000 | $9,000 | $8,300–$9,700 |
| Average mileage | 100,000 | $7,800 | $7,200–$8,400 |
| Higher mileage | 136,000 | $6,450 | $5,950–$6,950 |
Which years to avoid
- 2017 (2013–2017): The class's worst CVT record: shudder, overheating, failure. Nissan extended the warranty because it had to.
- 2016 (2013–2017): The class's worst CVT record: shudder, overheating, failure. Nissan extended the warranty because it had to.
- 2015 (2013–2017): The class's worst CVT record: shudder, overheating, failure. Nissan extended the warranty because it had to.
- 2014 (2013–2017): The class's worst CVT record: shudder, overheating, failure. Nissan extended the warranty because it had to.
- 2013 (2013–2017): The class's worst CVT record: shudder, overheating, failure. Nissan extended the warranty because it had to.
What to check before you pay
- 2013–2017 CVT: shudder, overheating in summer driving, whine, and outright failure; Nissan extended CVT warranty coverage on these years for a reason
- 2018–2019: same basic transmission with fewer complaints; still verify fluid service
- 2020+: new platform, dramatically better record; only minor electronics and brake-wear complaints so far
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