Introduced after the start of the 1995 model year, Nissan's front-drive subcompact was redesigned in new 4-door notchback form. Two-doors, which were included in the prior Sentra generation, gave way to new notchback coupes, wearing a revived 200SX label. Besides new styling--much more rounded than before--Sentras had dual airbags and anti-intrusion door beams. Four price levels went on sale: base, XE, GXE, and GLE. All models used a revised version of the prior 16-valve, 1.6-liter twin-cam 4-cylinder engine, rated at 115 horsepower. A 5-speed manual transmission was again standard; 4-speed automatic optional. Antilock brakes were optional for the GXE and GLE only.