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Preston Nissan is very excited that for 2012, the stylish, roomy, fun-to-drive Nissan Sentra sedan remains a versatile performer for people with busy weekday, weekend and around-the-clock lives. And, with six well-equipped models and available equipment ranging from the Bluetooth? Hands-free Phone System to the Nissan Navigation System and RearView Monitor, Sentra has the perfect combination to match any need or budget.

Nissan’s popular compact sedan is again offered in a range of models – Sentra 2.0, 2.0 S, 2.0 SR, 2.0 SL and the performance-oriented Sentra SE-R and SE-R Spec V (please see separate 2012 Sentra SE-R press materials for information on these models). Sentra 2.0 models feature a standard 140-horsepower 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine and a choice of 6-speed manual transmission or fuel-efficient Nissan Xtronic CVT®. Sentra SE-R is equipped with a 177-horsepower 2.5-liter inline 4-cylinder with Xtronic CVT® and SE-R Spec V offers a potent 200-horsepower 2.5-liter inline 4-cylinder and a 6-speed manual transmission (for full information on the 2012 Sentra SE-R please see the separate press materials, available at NissanNews.com).

Enhancements for 2012 include a new Technology Package, which is offered with the Sentra 2.0 S. In addition, three packages that were introduced late in the 2011 model year for the Sentra 2.0 SR continue into 2012 – the Moonroof Package, Technology Package and Special Edition Package. The Special Edition package combines all of the features of the Moonroof Package, Technology Package and Convenience Package at a substantial savings over what those packages would cost individually. In addition, one new exterior color is offered, Red Alert (replaces Lava Red).

Sentra is again available with a variety of unexpected amenities – ranging from the luxury of leather-appointed seating to the convenience of Nissan’s Intelligent Key® keyless entry and ignition system and Nissan Navigation System with 5.0-inch color screen and XM NavTraffic® Real-Time Traffic Information (XM® subscription required, sold separately).

“Sentra once again meets and exceeds all the expectations buyers in the compact sedan segment have – good fuel economy, durability, safety, reliability and affordability,” said Al Castignetti, vice president and general manager, Nissan Division, Nissan North America, Inc. “Sentra, however, goes far beyond that with a completely unexpected level of style, roominess, responsiveness and versatility – attributes that set Sentra apart in the segment.”

Designed for Active Lifestyles
Built on Nissan’s global “C” platform, Sentra’s exterior reflects Nissan design language and offers styling cues found on other distinctive Nissan products. The profile includes a long wheelbase, short front and rear overhangs, crisp character lines and large door openings, while in the rear the high deck accentuates the roomy cabin and cargo area.

The Sentra 2.0 SR adds a sporty appearance with a unique grille, front and rear sport fascias, side sill spoilers, rear decklid spoiler with integrated brake light, sport headlights and taillights, driving lights, exhaust finisher, and SE-R style rear decklid spoiler with integrated LED high–mounted stop light.

Nine exterior colors are available: Metallic Blue, Blue Onyx, Espresso Black, Red Alert, Brilliant Silver, Magnetic Gray, Super Black, Red Brick and Aspen White.

Inside, the interior continues the sporty, functional theme of the exterior, with the use of high quality materials, large gauges and a spacious, flexible center console. All Sentra models receive cloth seat trim with available leather-appointed seating and heated front seats on 2.0 SL.

The instrument panel offers chrome HVAC knob accents, coin holder, reddish orange illumination color. A 4.3-inch color display is standard on Sentra 2.0 SL.

Sentra’s interior is designed to comfortably accommodate five full-size adults, with an ample passenger volume of 97.7 cubic feet. Along with the roomy, social space of the interior, Sentra’s trunk provides 13.1 cubic feet of cargo space. With the 60/40-split double-fold rear seat (the bottom cushion folds forward, allowing the seat back to fold down flat), Sentra offers exceptional cargo flexibility for carrying long, bulky items such as snowboards, hockey sticks and even bikes.

Other storage solutions include a rear seat armrest with cupholders that can accommodate a 20-ounce bottle and 32-ounce drink cup, extra instrument panel storage next to the driver’s door, and a large glove compartment that can fit a 8×11-inch writing tablet or a large-sized map book. The center console offers multiple storage options, including an adjustable cup holder design and cell phone space.

Along with ample roominess, Sentra is offered a wide array of premium equipment, including available Nissan Intelligent Key® keyless entry and ignition system, Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System and premium Rockford Fosgate-powered audio system with 8 speakers. An Interface System for iPod® is standard on all Sentra models except Sentra 2.0.

Responsive, Fun-to-Drive Performance
Sentra’s powerful 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine designed to combine responsive acceleration with good fuel economy and efficient operation. It is mated to a standard Xtronic CVT® or 6-speed manual transmission (Sentra 2.0 only).

The advanced 2.0-liter Nissan MR20DE engine has an aluminum block and is designed to offer an exceptional balance of responsive acceleration, excellent low and mid-range torque and increased thermal efficiency. The engine is rated at 140 horsepower and 147 lb-ft of torque. Up to 90 percent of the torque is achieved by 2,400 rpm – providing comfortable driving and excellent fuel consumption in real world driving.

Fuel economy is rated at 27/34 miles per gallon City/Highway with the CVT and 24/31 City/Highway miles per gallon with the 6-speed manual transmission (Sentra 2.0 only).

The 2012 Sentra also offers responsive handling. The front suspension is an independent strut design with coil springs and stabilizer bar. The rear features a torsion beam with integral stabilizer bar, with the rear shock absorbers mounted below the trunk floor for improved trunk roominess. Sentra’s ride comfort is enhanced through use of special “ripple control” shock absorbers, an insulated front cradle-type subframe with pendulum engine mount system, roller-type front strut bearings and large, tuned rear beam isolators.

Preston Nissan
is a part of the Preston Automotive Group. The Preston Automotive Group services the Delaware, Maryland, Virginia and Pennsylvania area.  The auto group carries the largest selection of new and used cars and trucks.  Additionally, the dealership services all makes and models, both imported and domestic cars with ASE certified and factory trained technicians.

Preston Nissan in Maryland is home to the largest selection of the 2009 Nissan Sentra models.  Starting at just $14,495, Delaware car buyers who make the short trip to Preston MD can drive away in a new Sentra that includes A/C, power windows, power locks, cruise control and tilt steering.

Its low MSRP and high fuel economy rating make the Sentra one of the best values in the affordable small car class for Delaware and Maryland shoppers.  US News Rankings and Reviews says, “The 2009 Nissan Sentra has a lot of things going for it – great gas mileage, sound build quality and notable comfort for a small car.”  Reviewers of the car also say that the Nissan Sentra is very reliable and features some of the best automatic shifting available for an economy car.

Preston Nissan serves the Delaware, Maryland and Virginia area (Delmarva) with the largest selection of new and used Nissan cars.  You can also have your car serviced at Preston Nissan by their ASE certified and factory trained technicians. 

If you are interested in purchasing a Nissan Sentra at the prices listed above, call or text Chad Todd at 410-829-2225.

Learn more about the 2009 Nissan Sentra online at http://www.nissanmd.com/new/sentra/

Preston Nissan is a convenient ride from all points in Maryland and just a short trip away from Delaware and Virginia shoppers. 

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