2007 Nissan Sentra SE-R spy shots

[basti08]

At this year’s Detroit Auto Show, Nissan showed its next generation Nissan Sentra sedan, which will be released later this year as a 2007 model. However, one car that didn't make an appearance was the sporty Sentra SE-R. These spy photos now capture an SE-R prototype as it undergoes hot weather testing in the US southwest.

The new Sentra’s styling is far more modern than the rounded shape of the current Sentra. Crisp angles, fender flares, and a broad arching roofline give the new Sentra an entirely new look. The new SE-R is differentiated from the standard Sentra by a bolder front airdam, bigger wheels and performance tires, and a rear deck spoiler lip at the top of the trunk lid. The SE-R also gets more power and beefier brakes than standard Sentras. It is anticipated that the new SE-R will be introduced in early 2007.

---JCF.com

Sometime in 2007, Nissan hopes to recapture a bit of its past glory with the new Sentra SE-R.



The Sentra SE-R of the early 1990s was a revelation, offering a driving experience engaging enough to inspire comparisons to BMW's legendary 2002. Its clean, unadorned styling and surprisingly potent performance made it a real sleeper.



The new SE-R might not match that two-door's basic goodness, but it looks ready to try. The new car's body kit consists of a slightly more aggressive front bumper, and subtle side sills that wrap around the lower the rear bumper as well. The impact on the Sentra's rather awkward take on the Maxima and Altima design theme is minimal, but the chunky wheel/tire combination helps to signal this particular Sentra's performance intentions.



This prototype was caught on the public roads on its way to Germany 's Nürburgring racetrack, so it was fully equipped with the performance components destined for the SE-R, including upgraded brakes with calipers emblazoned with the SE-R logo.



A new, all-aluminum 2.0-liter four-cylinder will be under the hood of the base Sentra coming out this fall, but just what engine this SE- R will have is currently unknown, and depends just how high Nissan plans to aim with this model. We're curious if Nissan can resurrect the good vibes of the early 1990s edition.


---thecarconnection.com

[ssaloon]

bleeech... the previous gen looked way better.

[niky]

Agree. But it was old fashioned. I'm waiting to see what Nissan can do with this.

I've seen that "new Sentra" body previously, but I'm still struck by how awkward it is... even now. Hopefully Nissan can pull off a facelift miracle like Honda did with the Civic Si.

[batang_raon14]

The rear is somewhat Optra-ish??? :-/

[mfo]

The version before that was WAY way WAY way better.

[OTEP]

The B13 (ECCS body) SE-R's really rocked. Wolf in sheep's clothing talaga.

As for this one? I'm not quite sure. The market is a bit saturated with these pocket rockets right now.

[ghosthunter]

The Nissan B13 and B14 Sentra SE-R were the "classic"...

[squala]

Ooooh, a heads-up by no other than the Sentra lover!

This model looks promising, apparently more attractive than any of its predecessors, but doesn't seem to be as flashy as the Civic, and I'm pretty sure the new Corolla's designers won't take things sitting down. Power should be near its competitors' levels in order for it to win a good deal of fans.

Sentras have been decent cars, and second-hand ones (at least here) are practically a steal, easily the best bang-for-buck. But sadly, none have ever since earned top spot. Though I still believe this new design won't surpass what Honda (and later Toyota) will have to offer, Nissan might just be on its way there.

[nugundam93]

what the heck is it with the mazda 3-ish c pillars and hind quarters?

[oldblue]

mukang hyundai accent

[Camgen6]

May thread na ng Sentra but not the SE-R.

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[basti08]

i must admit that im a Nissan fan as well as Mazdas...but im kinda disappointed with this Sentra. i dont like the previous one too, but this seem that it aint any better. looks more like a jumbo subcompact.

[rion]

I think it looks good enough. but definetly not the best. hindi ko kasi nakikita yung lights niya ng mabuti eh...

[IGNITED]

Ewan ko bros, pero sa picture di ko sya type.. ewan ko lang sa actual kung iba ang dating.. I like the current SE-Rs, and of course the b14, especially the b13 SE-Rs semi classic na sleeper!! And why the heck kasi is the current western Sentras have a different body with our local sentras!!!

[wildthing]

IMO it is ugly....nissan is okay but their designer for that should be sacked....luma at copy lang ng ibang car designs....