This was one of the closest categories, thanks to a plethora of closely matched competitors. Yet the Nissan Sentra SE-R pulled ahead thanks to a combination of performance and value. Its engine is by far the largest in this group, and the most powerful, with only a slight fuel economy penalty compared to most of its rivals. It also swayed plenty of votes by offering the most standard equipment for a price that was smack dab in the middle of this group. <br>
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