Nissan Altima Reviews

What Engines Does the Nissan Altima Have?

An essential aspect to consider when selecting your next sedan lives under the hood. The Nissan Altima allows you to choose between two engines. The standard offering is a peppy 2.5L motor that offers:

• 188 horsepower
• 180 lb-ft of torque
• EPA-estimated 28 city/39 highway MPG^*

Nissan Altima Driver Assistance

Different model years of the Nissan Altima have received prestigious safety awards, including from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

Intelligent Safety

When properly equipped, the Nissan Altima boosts your awareness as you drive. The array of available safety systems includes Intelligent Forward Collision Warning and Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection as well as:

• Intelligent Lane Intervention
• Lane Departure Warning
• Intelligent Driver Alertness
• And more!

These systems act like an extra set of eyes and additional backup to provide even more peace of mind. Other safety-enhancing features, like the optional auto-dimming inside rearview mirror, help at night by further improving visibility. In our full reviews, we go into more detail about the driver assistance features and safety systems on board the Nissan Altima.

Nissan Altima Trim Levels: S, SV, SR, SR VC-Turbo^TM, SL, Platinum

Though the Nissan Altima comes with an array of standard features and amenities, it also offers six distinct trim levels. The lineup includes the Altima S and the Altima SV along with the:

• Altima SR  
• Altima SR VC-Turbo™
• Altima SL
• Altima Platinum

As you move up the Nissan Altima trim level ladder, you’ll discover increasingly more luxurious amenities and high-tech features. In our full reviews, we cover more details about the premium appointments that can enhance every moment you spend on the road in the Nissan Altima.

How to Maintain the Nissan Altima

If you choose the Nissan Altima to be your reliable mode of transport, you can take a few steps to extend its life for miles to come. First and foremost, stay up to date with your specific model year’s routine scheduled maintenance.

Typically, this includes suggested maintenance and repairs at different milestones or annual markers. The entire schedule can be found in your Nissan Altima owner’s manual. A few of the most common types of maintenance include:

• Oil/filter changes
• Tire rotations & wheel alignments
• Component replacements, such as brake pads
• And more!

Another important aspect of caring for your Nissan Altima is tending to your vehicle’s exterior, especially during the winter months. One way to preserve your Nissan Altima is by washing off the salt as well as any excess dirt or debris it picks up from the roads. As a bonus, frequent trips to your local car wash will ensure your Nissan Altima always looks its best.

^* 2021 EPA Fuel Economy Estimates. 28 City MPG / 39 Highway MPG / 32 Combined MPG for Altima S FWD. 27 City MPG / 37 Highway MPG / 31 Combined MPG for Altima SV, SR, SL FWD. 26 City MPG / 36 Highway MPG / 30 Combined MPG for Altima SV, SL AWD. 25 City MPG / 35 Highway MPG / 29 Combined MPG for Altima SR, Platinum AWD. 25 City MPG / 34 Highway MPG / 29 Combined MPG for Altima SR FWD VC-Turbo. Fuel economy estimates based on 87-octane fuel. Actual mileage may vary with driving conditions. Use for comparison only.