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Adrian Padeanu

Nissan Gives The Sentra A Better Gearbox For 2027

You know that time flies fast when the all-new Sentra is already entering its second model year. If you’re among the early adopters, we have some bad news to share because Nissan is already improving the compact sedan for 2027. Its engineers have tweaked the CVT for smoother operation and more linear acceleration.

There’s also the promise of a “crisper response” from the accelerator pedal. Still, with only 149 horsepower, it's safe to say that you’re not going to set any Nürburgring records anytime soon. These early gearbox changes were apparently prompted by customer feedback, with Nissan eager to show it’s listening to what buyers are asking for.

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