2007 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 has been 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.

Standard safety features for the new Sentra include Zone Body Construction, Advanced Air Bag System (AABS) with dual stage front air bags and occupant classification system for the front passenger seat, and front seat Active Head Restraints. Front seat side air bags and side curtain air bags (for front and rear outboard seat protection) are also standard.

2007 Sentra will be manufactured by Nissan Mexicana S.A. de CV (NMEX-DF), Aguascalientes, Mexico, which builds the current generation Sentra.

"Nissan has sold over 3.8 million Sentras in the United States alone since it was introduced in 1982. It has a well-earned reputation for quality, dependability, value, performance and style," said Bosley. "But this is the Sentra that people won't believe is a Sentra - unlike any Sentra ever seen."



At a Glance: 2007 Nissan Sentra

The all-new 2007 Nissan Sentra represents a revolution in the advancement of Nissan's popular compact sedan. This new, sixth generation Sentra is unlike any that has come before - with more style, space, quality, performance and interior flexibility for active lifestyles.

Built on Nissan's new "C" platform, the 2007 Sentra features an all-new, standard 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine, standard 6-speed manual transmission or fuel-efficient Nissan Xtronic CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) and responsive handling.

Inside the spacious cabin are thoughtful and useful innovations, including a 60/40 split double-fold rear seat, available hidden trunk storage compartment and available integrated overhead compact disc holder. The new Sentra is also available with a wide range of unexpected amenities, ranging from the luxury of leather-appointed seating to the convenience of Nissan's Intelligent Key keyless entry system.

The 2007 Sentra is scheduled to go on sale October 2006 and is expected to have a MSRP starting at around $15,000 (nicely equipped with power door locks and windows, side-impact curtain air bags and air conditioning).

Highlights of the 2007 Nissan Sentra include:

Design

- An exterior design that fully reflects Nissan design language and offers design cues found on other distinctive Nissan products
- A contemporary new interior design that features a new instrument panel layout incorporating the transmission shift lever

Body

- A long wheelbase of 105.7 inches, resulting in 97.7 cubic feet of passenger volume (an increase of more than 9.0 cubic feet over the previous generation)
- A wide overall width of 70.5 inches (similar to that of many mid-size sedans)
- Ample cargo volume of 13.1 cubic feet

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