2015 Nissan Sentra vs. 2015 Chevy Sonic

Indianapolis shoppers searching for an affordable small car that has great style and is budget-friendly don’t have to look far. Your Andy Mohr dealerships have these two popular vehicles in the small sedan segment available: The 2015 Nissan Sentra and the 2015 Chevy Sonic. Our experts have compared these two models to help customers decide which sedan works best for them.

Nissan vs Chevy: Vehicles at a Glance

What Are Your Capability Preferences?

The 2015 Nissan Sentra and the 2015 Chevy Sonic are both outfitted with sporty, efficient 1.8L I-4 engines, but each model has different performance specifications:

• The Nissan Sentra’s standard 1.8L I-4 motor produces 130 hp and 128 lb-ft of torque. It’s paired with a standard 6-speed manual transmission that provides an estimated 27 mpg in the city and 36 mpg on the highway.
• The Chevy Sonic’s standard 1.8L I-4 engine puts out 138 hp and 125 lb-ft of peak torque. It uses a 5-speed manual transmission, which allows this car to get an estimated 26 mpg in the city and 35 mpg on the highway.

How Much Passenger and Cargo Space Do You Need?

Despite their classification as a small car, the 2015 Nissan Sentra and the 2015 Chevy Sonic offer a roomy interior. Both sedans can seat up to 5 occupants comfortably and have the following interior specs:

• The Nissan Sentra delivers 37.4 inches of second-row legroom, and its trunk can accommodate up to 15.1 cubic feet of luggage.
• The Chevy Sonic has 34.6 inches of rear legroom and can fit up to 14.9 cubic feet of cargo in the trunk.

What Is Your Spending Limit and Feature Preferences?

The 2015 Nissan Sentra starts at $16,480 MSRP and the 2015 Chevy Sonic starts at $14,245 MSRP, making these models some of the most affordable in the segment. They both offer a full selection of standard amenities, including:

• Auto-off headlights.
• Steering wheel controls.
• Auxiliary audio input jacks.

If you’re interested in extra standard features for a slightly higher starting price, the base Sentra comes with a CD player, cruise control, and power driver mirrors.

Sentra vs Sonic: Which Small Sedan Is Right for You?

After taking our comparison into consideration and before arranging a test drive, take a moment to review this summary about the 2015 Nissan Sentra and the 2015 Chevy Sonic:

• • • If you would like more standard entertainment features and slightly better fuel-efficiency at a higher starting price, explore what the Nissan Sentra has to offer.
    • If higher standard performance ratings and a more affordable starting price are what you’re interested in, check out the Chevy Sonic.

Take Home a New Small Sedan from Andy Mohr Today

To experience the 2015 Nissan Sentra and the 2015 Chevy Sonic, visit your local Andy Mohr dealership. The Sentra can be found at Andy Mohr Nissan in Indianapolis at 4302 Lafayette Road, and the Sonic is available at Andy Mohr Speedway Chevrolet in Indianapolis at 5252 W. 38th Street.