2013 Nissan Altima review

1. Comfortable seating for five

It might not be a stretch to say the seating in the 2013 Nissan Altima is out of this world—after all, Nissan was inspired by NASA when designing its “zero gravity" chairs. The front and rear seats in the 2013 Altima provide excellent support and ergonomics, which means you feel less strain on your joints and muscles after long trips. This midsize sedan is ideal if you need extra support, have a long commute, or simply appreciate comfortable seating.

2. Peppy, fuel-sipping engine options

A pair of powerful engine options are available for the 2013 Nissan Altima. A base-level 2.5L four-cylinder engine is paired with the continuously variable transmission, helping the 2013 Altima get an EPA-estimated 27 mpg city and 38 mpg highway.

 Or, opt for the 3.5L V6 engine for improved power and acceleration—an EPA-estimated 25 mpg combined. Every 2013 Altima equipped with a V6 engine has simulated gears and paddle shifters, giving you more control over how the car shifts.

3. Easy-to-use technology

Stay connected with various infotainment and tech features in the 2013 Nissan Altima. The five-inch infotainment system is intuitive, so you can quickly stream music via Bluetooth^® connectivity or the integrated Pandora^® app. Add the Technology package (SV trim only) and get an upgraded eight-inch touchscreen, running navigation with integrated traffic and weather. You'll also get blind spot monitoring and lane-keep assist as part of the package features.

4. Excellent driving dynamics

Regardless of which engine powers the 2013 Nissan Altima, you'll get the kind of spirited driving dynamics that will bring a smile to your face. With 182 hp, the four-cylinder engine offers good acceleration for city driving or when passing on the highway. And with 270 hp, the 2013 Altima V6 goes from zero to 60 mph in an impressive 6.2 seconds (according to the manufacturer, when new).

5. Three well-equipped trims

The 2013 Nissan Altima's three trims will eliminate the guesswork of finding the right model for you. Each trim is available with either the four-cylinder or V6 engine. The base-model S trim includes Bluetooth connectivity, a push-button start, and a power-adjustable driver's seat. The SV trim adds features like infotainment, a rearview camera, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. Finally, the top-end SL trim includes leather seating, a Bose^® sound system, a sunroof, and much more.