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Is This The 2013 Nissan Sentra?
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Derek Kreindler
(IC: employee)
Although the nameplate says “Sylphy”, this is more than likely the 2013 Nissan Sentra, set to replace t he dreadful current generation car.
The Chinese market Sylphy will launch with a 1.8L 4-cylinder engine and a CVT – another less-than-exciting combination, but one that would be in character for Nissan and also allow for excellent fuel economy.
Thanks to NetCarShow.com for the Photos
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Published April 23rd, 2012 2:12 PM
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1. It doesn't have gunslits for windows, which gains it a lot of points. 2. It is a nice interior. 3. I could get comfortable behind the wheel of the old Sentra, so it has stayed on my radar screen as a longhaul commuter, even if uncompetitive. Suspect the legroom and driver position won't change from the old one.
Looks very nice, much better than the current Sentra and cars like the Cruze, Elantra, and Lancer. Nissan's new sedans are quite nice looking.