We haven't driven a new 2009 Toyota Corolla yet, so we can't give you our opinion on it. We do like the Sentra as a competent economy car with lots of room and a nice interior. It’s also affordable and often has rebates — the 2008 currently has a $1,000 cash-back offer.
Reliability for the 2007 Sentra is average according to Consumer Reports. The Sentra was redesigned in 2007, and new models often suffer from minor problems that get ironed out in later years. J.D. Power Initial Quality Ratings also list the ’07 Sentra as average; it scored a three out of five for mechanical quality.
As a new model, we won't know the Corolla's reliability for another year or so.
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Mexican-built Sentra always had mechanical problems while
Corolla always was one of the most reliable cars.
Independently from model year.
Plus all the savings of the initial purchase discount on the Sentra will quickly disappear in the form of depreciation.