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2019 Nissan Altima review

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Pros

  • Powerful, yet balanced engine options
  • Available all-wheel drive
  • Comfortable interior

Cons

  • All-wheel drive only on base engine
  • Uninspiring interior design
  • Stiff ride

Mileage (EPA estimate)

25 city, 34 highway, 29 combined

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What is new for the 2019 Nissan Altima?

  • Trim added to enhance model variety
  • Standard equipment now includes advanced safety features
  • New equipment option for upgraded infotainment system
  • Improved fuel efficiency ratings across all trims
  • Significant price reduction on base model

2019 Nissan Altima trims

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S:

  • 182-hp, 178-lb-ft of torque 2.5L
  • Rear Defroster
  • Cruise Control
  • Cloth Seats
  • Power Seats
  • Power Mirrors
  • Traction Control
  • Side Airbags
  • Overhead Airbags
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SR:

  • Includes all features available on the S
  • 236-hp, 267-lb-ft of torque 2.0L
  • Leatherette & Cloth
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Alloy Wheels
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Heated Steering Wheel
  • Turbo Charged Engine
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5 reasons to buy the 2019 Nissan Altima

1. Redesigned for 2019

This midsize car was fully redesigned for 2019 after several consecutive years of refreshes and updates. For 2019, the Nissan Altima has a larger eight-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ connectivity, and available all-wheel drive. On top of this, you'll find a capable base engine plus an optional turbo-four to choose from. Whether you're already a fan of the Altima or are considering this sedan for the first time, the 2019 model is a great choice.

2. Comfortable front seats

As a driver, there's nothing worse than an uncomfortable captain's seat. Even commuting becomes a huge chore when driving should be fun and satisfying. Nissan really put effort into making the front seats as enjoyable as possible with the 2019 Altima. This comfort technology takes the form of Zero Gravity seats: they're highly padded and supportive, as well as wide and with soft side bolstering that hugs you in place. Plus, the driver's seat is eight-way adjustable, ensuring you can find that perfect driving position.

3. Fuel-sipping performance

The 2019 Nissan Altima's base engine is a peppy 2.5L four-cylinder engine providing 188 hp—more than enough power for commuting or a weekend away. Even with a decent amount of grunt behind it for a midsize car, the 2019 Nissan Altima gets great fuel economy, with an EPA-estimated 32 combined mpg.

That's one less thing to worry about when you're out enjoying the open road.

4. Intelligence handling

From the SR trim and above, the 2019 Nissan Altima offers intelligent all-wheel drive. This continuously monitors conditions on the road and the car's traction, allowing the vehicle to respond immediately and push power to the wheels that need it most. Thanks to this smart technology, driving on wet, muddy, or icy roads needn't be a worry ever again.

5. Great driver aids

To keep your mind at ease while driving, the 2019 Nissan Altima offers a handful of driver aids, such as forward collision warning, a rearview camera, driver condition monitoring, and automatic emergency braking as standard. Rear parking sensors, traffic sign recognition, lane departure warning, and blind spot monitoring are available in trims above the base S trim. In the SV trim and above, you can find ProPILOT Assist, which includes steering and braking support as well as speed maintenance.

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

4.3 out of 5

25 customer reviews
The 2019 Nissan Altima receives praise for its spacious interior, smooth handling, and impressive fuel efficiency. However, feedback highlights mixed impressions of its technology features, cabin noise, and braking. While many users find value in its comfort and design, some were less impressed by styling details or maintenance costs.

RepairPal reliability rating

4
Excellent

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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Standard Features

  • Power Mirrors
  • Cloth Seats
  • Rear View Camera
  • Side Airbags
  • Remote Start
  • Power Locks
  • Air Conditioning
  • ABS Brakes
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Power Windows
  • Traction Control
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Smart Key
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Rear Defroster
  • Sunroof(s)
  • Automated Cruise Control
  • Heated Steering Wheel
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Parking Sensors
  • Alloy Wheels
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Android Auto
  • Apple CarPlay

Drive Wheels

Front Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

2.5L

Horsepower

182

Torque (ft-lbs)

178

Engine type

Gas

Fuel capacity

16.2

Wheelbase

111.2"

Overall length

192.9"

Width

72.9"

Height

56.8"

Leg room

F 44.1"/R 35.1"

Front tires

P215/55VR17

Rear tires

P215/55VR17

Seating capacity

5

Transmission

Automatic

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