What's New
- Piano-black trim added to SV, SL and Platinum levels
- The full suite of advanced driver assistance tech is standard on SR trim and offered on base S
Pros & Cons
- Roomy interior
- Available all-wheel-drive
- Satisfactory handling and ride
- All-wheel-drive not available with turbo
- Visibility compromised by thick roof pillars
- Underpowered compared with rivals
Nissan Altima Overview
The 2020 Nissan Altima, just into its sixth generation, is a top contender in the ultra-competitive midsize sedan category. The Altima gets its edge from its spacious cabin, high-tech amenities and the option to upgrade to all-wheel-drive. The Altima comes standard with a front-wheel-drive 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine paired to a continuously variable transmission that delivers 183 horsepower and 178 pound-feet of torque. It also has two turbo variants that offer buyers a sportier drive experience without compromising efficiency. The SR and Platinum trims can be equipped with a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder variable compression engine with 236 horsepower and 267 pound-feet of torque. This engine is only available with front-wheel-drive.
Trim Specifications
The base S includes an 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, a rearview monitor, auto emergency braking and intelligent forward collision. A safety technology package that includes standard blind-spot monitoring, high-beam assist and rear cross-traffic alert are a $890 option. The SR gets the safety technology package trim as well as sport-tuned suspension, paddle shifters with manual shift mode and sport cloth seats. The SR VC-Turbo performance variant adds a moonroof, active noise-cancelling and heated front seats. The mid-grade SV trim gets ProPilot assist, which is a combination of adaptive cruise control and lane centering, as well as dual-zone automatic climate control and remote start. The SL features upgraded navigation, NissanConnect and leather seats, and the top Platinum trim has a leather-wrapped heated steering wheel. The Platinum VC-Turbo is a level up on the SR VC Turbo amenity-wise, but either is not available with all-wheel-drive, which is a $1,350 option on other trims.
Warranty
3 Years/36,000 Miles
5 Years/60,000 Miles
5 Years/Unlimited Miles
3 Years/36,000 Miles