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2012 Nissan Altima review

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Mileage (EPA estimate)

18 city, 27 highway, 21 combined

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

4.5 out of 5

118 customer reviews
The 2012 Nissan Altima is praised for its fuel efficiency, smooth ride, spacious interior, and reliability. Design and comfort receive high marks, with heated leather seats and user-friendly features noted. Areas like technology, cabin noise, and dashboard navigation drew mixed feedback. Overall, the Altima balances affordability and quality effectively.

RepairPal reliability rating

4
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RepairPal gave the Nissan Altima an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Nissan Altima 14th out of 28 among Midsize Cars.

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Nissan Altima features and specs

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SR 2D Coupe 2WD

Standard Features

  • Cloth Seats
  • Heated Mirrors
  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Cruise Control
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Side Airbags
  • Sunroof(s)
  • Traction Control
  • Alloy Wheels
  • Automatic Transmission
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • CD Audio

Optional Features

  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Leather Seats
  • Rear View Camera
  • Smart Key
  • Rear Spoiler
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • BOSE Sound System
  • Navigation System
  • Satellite Radio Ready

Drive Wheels

Front Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

3.5L

Horsepower

270

Torque (ft-lbs)

258

Engine type

Gas

Fuel capacity

20

Wheelbase

105.3"

Overall length

180.9"

Width

70.7"

Height

55.9"

Leg room

F 42.5"/R 34.4"

Head room

F 37.2"/R 35.6"

Front tires

P235/45VR18

Rear tires

P235/45VR18

Seating capacity

5

Max towing capacity

100/1000 lbs.

Transmission

Automatic

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