Nissan Sentra vs Toyota Corolla
The Toyota Corolla is more fuel-efficient at 34 MPG combined, against 33 MPG for the Nissan Sentra. At EPA assumptions that is about $100 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Nissan Sentra | Toyota Corolla | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 218 | 259 |
| Most reported problem | Forward collision avoidance | Air bags |
| Crashes and fires | 27 and 3 | 31 and 3 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 25,000 miles | 12,000 miles |
| Recalls | 3 | 1 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 33 MPG | 34 MPG |
| City and highway | 29 and 39 | 31 and 40 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,050 | $1,950 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 218 complaints for the Nissan Sentra and 259 for the Toyota Corolla. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
NHTSA's overall safety ratings: 5 stars for the Nissan Sentra, 5 stars for the Toyota Corolla.
Safety recalls on file: 3 for the Nissan Sentra, 1 for the Toyota Corolla.