2025 Corolla vs 2025 Sentra: Which Is Best?

2025 Toyota Corolla vs 2025 Nissan Sentra: Headquarter Toyota

In the compact sedan segment, the Toyota Corolla and Nissan Sentra have built reputations as smart, affordable daily drivers. For 2025, both models return with updated styling, strong safety tech, and fuel-efficient performance, but there are key differences that could sway your decision. Let’s see how the ever-popular Corolla stacks up against Nissan’s sleek and spacious Sentra.

Interior Comparison

The Corolla’s cabin feels tightly put together, with soft-touch materials, clean lines, and a more upscale vibe than you’d expect at this price point. Toyota keeps controls simple and easy to reach, while the driver-centric layout adds a sporty touch. While the rear seats are a bit snug for taller passengers, they work fine for kids or short trips. Trunk space is solid, and folding rear seats offer extra versatility.

The Sentra feels a bit more spacious overall, especially in the back seat. Nissan leans toward a minimalist design, but it doesn’t feel bare. Available quilted leather seats and contrast stitching add visual interest, though some materials fall behind the Corolla in quality. Trunk space is slightly larger than the Corolla’s, but real-world use is about equal.

2025 Toyota Corolla Interior	2025 Nissan Sentra Interior
Rows: Two Max Seating: Five Max Cargo Capacity: ~13.1 cu ft Upholstery Options: Fabric, SofTex®, Available Heated Front Seats	Rows: Two Max Seating: Five Max Cargo Capacity: ~14.3 cu ft Upholstery Options: Cloth, Sport Cloth, Leatherette with Available Heated Front Seats

Exterior Comparison

Both sedans carry clean, modern looks that break away from the cookie-cutter economy car vibe. The Corolla feels sportier and more assertive, especially in trims like SE and XSE with mesh grilles and black accents. LED lighting, sleek body lines, and available two-tone paint give it some edge.

The Sentra leans into a more refined, grown-up appearance. Its V-Motion grille and flowing roofline help it blend into traffic like a mini-Altima. SR trims add larger wheels and black exterior accents for a hint of sportiness, but overall, it stays more subdued than the Corolla.

2025 Toyota Corolla

• Sporty Design, Especially in SE/XSE Trims
• LED Headlights and Taillights
• Available 18-inch Alloy Wheels
• Two-Tone Paint Options
• Black-Out Nightshade Edition Available

2025 Nissan Sentra

• Upscale, Sedan-Like Proportions
• Signature V-Motion Grille
• LED Headlights and DRLs (Available)
• Sportier SR Trim with 18-inch Wheels
• Bold Scarlet Ember and Electric Blue Paint Options

Power & Performance

Both sedans come with front-wheel drive and lean into efficiency more than thrills, but the Corolla offers a little more flexibility. It comes standard with a 169-hp 2.0L engine that feels zippier than most competitors. The CVT does a decent job, and the steering is sharp for a commuter.

The Sentra continues with its 2.0L engine, good for 149 horsepower. It’s adequate around town but lacks the refinement and response of the Corolla. Neither is a rocket ship, but if you want a little more engagement from behind the wheel, the Toyota edges it out.

2025 Toyota Corolla	2025 Nissan Sentra
Max Towing Capacity: N/A	Max Towing Capacity: N/A
Max Payload Capacity: N/A	Max Payload Capacity: N/A
Base Engine: 2.0L 4-cylinder Horsepower: 169 Torque: 151 lb-ft Transmission: CVT	Base Engine: 2.0L 4-cylinder Horsepower: 149 Torque: 146 lb-ft Transmission: CVT

Tech & Entertainment

Both sedans bring the tech, but the Corolla’s new infotainment interface is more intuitive. It features Toyota’s latest software, quick response times, and standard wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™. You can upgrade to a larger screen and premium sound if desired.

The Sentra has a decent 8-inch touchscreen and standard smartphone integration, but its system feels dated by comparison. Navigation and wireless connectivity are only available in higher trims, and even then, the interface doesn’t feel as polished as Toyota’s.

Corolla Top Tech Features	Sentra Top Tech Features
Infotainment Screen Options: 8.0-inch or available 10.5-inch Audio System Options: Six-Speaker or Optional JBL® Wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ Toyota Audio Multimedia System Available digital gauge cluster	Infotainment Screen Options: 7-inch or 8-inch Audio System Options: Four-Speaker, Six-Speaker, or Optional Bose® Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ NissanConnect® (available) Optional Wi-Fi Hotspot

Safety Features

Both sedans score well for safety, offering full suites of driver-assistance tech. The Corolla includes Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 across all trims, with lane-keeping, adaptive cruise, and more. Nissan’s Safety Shield 360 offers similar coverage but isn’t standard on every trim. Toyota also offers a standard rear-seat reminder, a nice touch for family buyers.

2025 Toyota Corolla Standard Safety Features	2025 Nissan Sentra Standard Safety Features
Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist Full-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control Automatic High Beams Road Sign Assist	Nissan Safety Shield 360 (SR and above) Automatic Emergency Braking Blind Spot Warning Rear Cross Traffic Alert Rear Automatic Braking Lane Departure Warning

Headquarter Toyota’s Bottom Line

The 2025 Toyota Corolla offers more horsepower, a sharper infotainment experience, and Toyota’s latest safety suite – all wrapped in a sleek, reliable package. The Sentra is a solid pick for shoppers prioritizing rear-seat space or a softer ride, but for most Hialeah drivers, the Corolla brings more to the table in every trim.

See the 2025 Toyota Corolla today at Headquarter Toyota in Hialeah, FL. We’ll help you find the model that fits your life and your budget.