2025 Hyundai Elantra vs 2025 Nissan Sentra: Which Is Better? Find Out

Looking for a conveniently compact sedan? Not sure if you should buy a 2025 Hyundai Elantra or Nissan Sentra? If so, you're not alone. At first glance, both the 2025 Hyundai Elantra and the 2025 Nissan Sentra feature a 2.0-liter Inline 4-cylinder engine. They also both comes standard with a built-in touchscreen display, five passenger seating, and enhnaced safety features. However, if you take a close look, you'll quickly notice that the 2025 Hyundai Elantra can get up to an estimated 32 mpg in th city, 41 mpg on the highway, and 36 mpg combined and the Nissan Sentra can get up an estimated to 30 mpg in the city, 40 mpg on the highway, and 34 mpg combined. In other words, the 2025 Hyundai Elantra has a slight edge over the 2025 Nissan Sentra whenever it comes down to performance. Take a glance below to learn more about the 2025 Hyundai Elantar vs 2025 Nissan Sentra compact sedan. 
2025 Hyundai Elantra vs 2025 Nissan Sentra
  2025 Hyundai Elantra  2025 Nissan Sentra 
 Fuel Economy City (estimated) 32 mpg  30 mpg
 Fuel Economy Highway (estimated)  41 mpg  40 mpg
 Fuel Economy Combined (estimated) 36 mpg  34 mpg
 Speakers  6 4
 Touchscreen Display  8" touch-screen display 7" touch-screen display
 Apple CarPlay® integration and Android Auto™ compatibility Standard Standard 
 First Row Dual USB  Standard Standard
 Second Row Dual USB Ports  Available  Not Available 
 Hands-free smart trunk release  Available  Not Available 
 Power tilt-and-slide sunroof   Available  Available 
 Engine  2-liter Inline 4-cylinder engine  2-liter DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder engine
 Horsepower  147 @ 6200 149 @ 6,400 rpm
 Torque  132 @ 4500 146 @ 4,400 rpm
 Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian Detection (FCA-Ped) Standard Not Available
 Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Warning (BCW)  Standard  Standard
 Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)  Standard Not Available
 Lane Following Assist (LFA)  Standard Not Available
 Driver Attention Warning (DAW)  Standard Not Available
 Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA)  Standard Not Available
 Safe Exit Warning (SEW)  Standard Not Available
 Advanced dual front airbags (SRS) with Occupant Classification System (OCS)  Standard Not Available
 
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2025 Hyundai Elantra vs 2025 Nissan Sentra Fuel Economy

In terms of performance, the 2025 Hyundai Elantra and the 2025 Nissan Sentra are quite similar. However, the Hyundai Elantra edges ahead with a fuel efficiency rating of 32 mpg in the city, 41 mpg on the highway, and 36 mpg combined. In comparison, the Nissan Sentra offers 30 mpg in the city, 40 mpg on the highway, and 34 mpg combined. Overall, the base model Hyundai Elantra takes the lead when it comes to fuel economy.
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2025 Hyundai Elantra vs 2025 Nissan Sentra Engine Specs

As far as compact sedan performance goes, both the Hyundai Elantra and Nissan Sentra come available with two gas-powered engine options. 

If you're looking for  new compact sedan with more power, the 2025 Hyundai Elantra  offers multiple engine options, and the 2025 Nissan Sentra only comes available with one engine option. 

2025 Hyundai Elantra Engine Options

  • 2.0-liter Inline 4-cylinder engine with 147 hp @ 6,200 rpm, 132 lb.-ft. of torque @ 4,500 rpm, Smartstream® Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT)
  • 1.6-liter Inline 4-cylinder engine with 201 hp @ 6,000 rpm, 195 lb. - ft. of torque @ 1,500-4,500 rpm, 7-speed Dual Clutch Transmission w/ SHIFTRONIC®

2025 Nissan Sentra  Engine Options

  • 2-liter DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder engine with 149 @ 6,400 rpm, 146 lb.-ft. of torque  @ 4,400 rpm, Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
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2025 Hyundai Elantra vs Nissan Sentra Interior

As far as the interior goes, the 2205 Hyundai Elantra provides 99.4 cu.-ft. of passenger volume and the 2025 Nissan Sentra offers 96.1 cu.-ft. of passenger volume. In other words, the 2025 Hyundai Elantra comes standard with passenger room than the 2025 Nissan Sentra. 

In  terms of legroom, the 2025 Hyundai Elantra welcomes drivers with 42.3 inches of legroom in the front and 38.0-inches of legroom in the rear. The 2025 Nissan Sentra, on the other hand, affords drivers 44-inches of legroom in the front and 34.7-inches of legroom in the rear.

When it comes down to cargo volume, the 2025 Hyundai Elantra comes equipped with 14.2 cu.-ft. of cargo volume and the 2025 Nissan Sentra greets us with 14.2 cu.-ft. of cargo volume. 

All in all, the 2025 Hyundai Elantra and the Nissan Sentra both offer semi-similar interior dimensions. 

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2025 Hyundai Elantra vs 2025 Nissan Sentra Technology

For drivers seeking more technology, we encourage you to try the new 2025 Hyundai Elantra. At the base level, the 2025 Hyundai Elantra comes standard with an 8-inch touchscreen display, six speaker audio system, and Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The 2025 Nissan Sentra, on the other hand, comes standard with a 7-inch touchscreen display, four-speaker audio system, and Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.


In relation to the available features, the 2025 Hyundai Elantra comes available with : 
  • 10.25-inch touchscreen display with Nav
  • Bose premium audio with 8 speakers incl. center channel and subwoofer
  • 2nd row Dual USB (Type-C) ports
Contact us today, to learn more more about the 2025 Hyundai Elantra features, accessories, and packages. 

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2025 Hyundai Elantra vs 2025 Nissan Sentra: Final Decision

In short, we believe the 2025 Hyundai Elantra is the upper-choice. At the base level, the 2025 Hyundai Elantra offers more high-tech features. The 2025 Hyundai Elantra also offers a powerful 1.6-liter Inline 4-cylinder engine that can get up to 201 horsepower and 195 lb.-ft. of torque. Even more impressive, the 2025 Hyundai Elantra offers a wide range of advanced driver assistance features to help you steer clear of obstacles. And that's just the beginning. Apply online, call 888-691-9402, or visit us at 3703 Northlake BlvdLake Park, FL 33403, learn more about the 2025 Hyundai Elantra for sale near you. 

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