Nissan Sentra insurance rates

The average insurance costs for a Nissan Sentra is $285 a month — or $3,420 a year. Your actual cost could be more or less depending on your driving record, the number of miles you drive in a year and other factors.

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Surex Auto Insurance		Yes	$1,000,000	Up to 25%		Alberta, New Brunswick, Northwest Territories, Nova Scotia, Nunavut, Ontario, PEI, Yukon	Submit one application and receive quotes from 10+ insurers. Save up to 25% on your car insurance, plus get access to an insurance advisor. Who it might be good for: Drivers looking to use an insurance broker to compare multiple pricing and coverage options.	Get a quote More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Onlia Car Insurance		Yes	$1,000,000	Over $500*		Ontario	Get premium auto insurance coverage with Onlia. Save money on your auto insurance through safe driving discounts and bundling insurance options. Who it might be good for: Drivers in Ontario looking to save on insurance costs by driving safely.	Get a quote More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Aviva Car Insurance		Yes	$1,000,000	Up to 25%		Alberta, Northwest Territories, Nova Scotia, Nunavut, Ontario, Yukon	Aviva car insurance offers customizable policies, discounts and optional insurance coverage add-ons. Get a free quote through Surex. Who it might be good for: Drivers looking to customize their auto policy.	Get a quote More Info	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
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Compare the cost to insure a Nissan Sentra to other Nissan models

A 2021 Nissan Sentra starts at a base price of $19,198. With the average insurance rate at $3,420 per year, the annual insurance cost–to–base car price ratio is 17.8%.

• How we got these rates

  To determine these estimated costs, we aggregated quotes from insurance companies using this profile:

  • Single, 35 year old female
  • Latest model vehicle
  • 20,000 km driven yearly
  • Perfect driving record
  • Equipped with winter tires
  • Driver located in Etobicoke, Ontario

  Our estimated price is for full insurance coverage, which usually includes mandatory liability coverage, comprehensive and collision coverage.

  Other factors that can affect your auto insurance rate

  • The model year
  • The vehicle’s trim
  • The amount of coverage you need
  • The estimated kilometres you drive in a year
  • The vehicle’s safety and anti-theft features
  • The driver’s credit score
  • The driver’s location
  • The driver’s age
  • The driver’s driving history in the past several years
  • The driver’s marital status
  • Your (or the driver’s) gender
  • Whether the driver rents, leases or owns the vehicle

About the Nissan Sentra

The Nissan Sentra has been around since 1982 and it is currently in its eighth generation. The compact car is known for its excellent gas mileage and large cargo room. For the 2017 model year, Nissan introduced turbocharged engines for the Sentra model.

Insurance companies determine the insurance cost for a Nissan Sentra based on safety ratings, theft rates, replacement costs and overall damage susceptibility. Insurance rates can change based on your driving history and location. If you’re considering a Nissan Sentra, grab quotes from several insurance companies to find the lowest premium possible before you commit. Do your research to see if you qualify for insurance discounts.

Nissan Sentra money-saving safety features

You could save money on car insurance for your Nissan Sentra if it comes equipped with these safety features.

• Anti-lock brakes
• Stability control
• Airbags
• Seat belt pretensioners
• Anti theft system

Random Nissan facts

• Nissan Motor Company was founded in 1933 and is known for manufacturing Japanese cars.
• In the 1970s, Nissan launched Japan’s first satellite and built rocket engines.
• Nissan cars were sold under the Datsun brand in many export markets until 1983.
• In 2019, over 160,000 Nissan vehicles were sold in Canada.
• Nissan base prices start at around $16,000 and can go up to over $130,000.

How safe is the Nissan Sentra?

The 2017 Nissan Sentra received a 4-Star Overall Safety Rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The side crash test received five stars, the highest rating, from the NHTSA. The government organization also gave the frontal crash test and the rollover crash test four stars. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) named the Nissan Sentra as a Top Safety Pick car. All crash tests that were performed by the IIHS received a good rating, the highest possible rating.

The Nissan Sentra model includes lane departure warning, blind spot monitoring and electronic stability control. Learn more about car safety ratings in our guide.

Bottom line

The Nissan Sentra comes with great safety features and will ensure a comfortable ride for you and your passengers. Depending on factors such as where you live and whether you add any additional security features to your Escape, you could land a discounted rate on car insurance.

Learn more about car insurance — including types of coverage, how your rate is determined and how to find the best deal for your needs — in our detailed guide.