Nissan Sentra 2020+

The Nissan Sentra, starting from the 2020 model year, underwent a significant transformation, elevating it to new heights in the compact sedan segment. With its sleek and modern exterior design, featuring bold lines and a V-Motion front grille, the Sentra adopted a more upscale and sophisticated appearance. The increase in overall dimensions translated into a more spacious interior, characterized by improved materials, enhanced craftsmanship, and a more premium feel.

The 2020+ Sentra placed a strong emphasis on technology and safety. It introduced advanced driver assistance features such as Nissan's Safety Shield 360 suite, which includes forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, and more. Including a user-friendly touchscreen infotainment system with smartphone integration became standard, offering a seamless connection to apps and navigation. This generation of the Sentra aimed to deliver a refined and comfortable driving experience, providing a competitive option in the compact sedan market while catering to the preferences of modern car buyers.

Nissan Sentra specifications, engine oil capacity, spark plug gap, safety rating, fuel consumption, transmission, and light bulb sizes.

Chassis

• Type: B18

Engine 1.6L 4-Cylinder DOHC

• Recommended Oil viscosity: 0W-20
• Recommended Engine Oil: API
• Oil capacity: 4.7 qt

Spark Plug Gap

• 1.6L 4-Cylinder: 0.032”

Engine 2.0L 4-Cylinder DOHC

• Recommended Oil viscosity: 0W-20
• Recommended Engine Oil: API
• Oil capacity: 5.2 qt

Spark Plug Gap

• 2.8L 4-Cylinder: 0.034”

Fuel

• Capacity: 12.4 Gal

Engine coolant with reservoir

• Type: Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent
• Capacity:
  • MRA8DE: 1-3/4 gal (6.6 L)
  • MR16DDT With manual transmission: 2-1/4 gal (7.0 L)
  • MR16DDT With continuously variable transmission: 2-1/4 gal ( 8.7 L)

Manual transmission fluid

• Type: Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) TL/JR Type 75W-80, or equivalent.
  • If Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) TL/JR Type is not available, API GL-4+, Viscosity SAE 75W-80 may be used as a temporary replacement. However, use Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) TL/JR Type as soon as it is available.

Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) fluid

• Type: Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3
  • NISSAN recommends using Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 (or equivalent) ONLY in NISSAN CVTs. Do not mix with other fluids. Using fluids that are not equivalent to Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 may damage the CVT. Damage caused by the use of fluids other than as recommended is not covered under NISSAN’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty

Brake and clutch (if so equipped) fluid

• Type: Genuine NISSAN Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3

Multi-purpose grease

• Type: NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)

Air conditioning system refrigerant

• Type: HFC-134a (R-134a)

Air conditioning system oil

• Type: Genuine NISSAN A/C System Oil Type S (DH-PS) or equivalent

Windshield washer fluid (shared between front and rear wipers)

• Type: Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Antifreeze or equivalent
• Capacity: 1-1/4 gal (4.8 L)

Powertrain

Engine

• Gasoline:
  • 1.6 L HR16DE I4
  • 2.0 L MR20DD I4
• Gasoline hybrid:
  • 1.2 L HR12DE e-Power I3 (China)

Transmission

• 6-speed manual
• CVT
• Single speed constant ratio (e-Power)

Hybrid Train

• Series hybrid (e-Power)

Electric Motor

• AC3 synchronous (e-Power)

Battery

• 2 kWh Panasonic lithium-ion (e-Power)

Fuel Consumption

Front Lights

• Daytime Running Light Bulb: LED
• Front Fog Light Bulb: LED
• Front Sidemarker Light Bulb: LED
• Front Turn Signal Light Bulb: LED
• High Beam Headlight Bulb: LED
• Low Beam Headlight Bulb: LED

Rear Lights

• Back Up Light Bulb: LED
• Brake Light Bulb: LED
• Center High Mount Stop Light Bulb: LED
• License Plate Light Bulb: 2825
• Parking Light Bulb: LED
• Rear Sidemarker Light Bulb: LED
• Rear Turn Signal Light Bulb: LED
• Tail Light Bulb: LED

Interior Lights

• Dome Light Bulb: LED
• Glove Box Light Bulb: 74
• Luggage Compartment Light Bulb: DE3022
• Map Light Bulb: LED