Pros: Simple, user-friendly control layout; comfortable, absorbent ride with composed, predictable handling; decent back-seat space; good fuel economy with 4-cylinder engine
Cons: Rather noisy when accelerating, especially with 4-cylinder engine
CG Says: The 2018 Nissan Altima gains standard forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking. Altima is a front-wheel drive, midsize sedan. The topline 3.5 SL is powered by a 270-horsepower 3.5-liter V6 engine. All other Altimas have a 179-hp 2.5-liter 4-cylinder. Both engines are paired with a CVT automatic transmission. Safety features include blind-spot alert and cross-traffic alert. The Altima does exactly what most shoppers expect from a midsize sedan. It has a nicely appointed cabin, rides well, and, at least in 4-cylinder form, delivers excellent fuel economy. It’s noisier than the class norm, and the rear seating area is a bit short on headroom, but these negatives are fairly minor. Despite these shortcomings, Altima remains a solid choice that offers good value for your money.
| Class | Midsize Car |
| Body Style(s) | 4-door sedan |
| Passenger Count | 5 |
| Drive Wheels | front-wheel drive |
| Manufacturer | Nissan |
| Nation of Manufacture | USA |
| Base Prices | 2.5 S: $24,025 2.5 SR: $25,085 SR Special Edition: $25,995 2.5 SV: $26,76 2.5 SL: $29,880 3.5 SL: $34,395 |
| Base Engine 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (2.5 S, 2.5 SR, SR Special Edition, 2.5 SV, 2.5 SL) |
| Horsepower 182 |
| Std. Transmission CVT |
| Avail. Transmission NA |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 26-27 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 37-38 |
| Optional Engine 3.5-liter V6 (3.5 SL) |
| Horsepower 270 |
| Std. Transmission CVT |
| Avail. Transmission NA |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 22 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 32 |
