2020 Nissan Altima review
Nissan Altima highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Thrifty performance
- Comfortable seating
- Many driver aids
Cons
- Slow steering responses
- Harsher ride
- Mediocre acceleration and braking
Mileage (EPA estimate)
25 city, 34 highway, 29 combined
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Good looks plus a comfortable cabin.
Loaded with the latest driver-assist technology, the 2020 Nissan Altima features a muscle-car appearance with a chiseled hood, low profile, and wide stance. Whether you're on the go for business or heading out on the town, this four-door sedan will turn heads.
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What is new for the 2020 Nissan Altima?
- The Edition One trim has been discontinued for 2020.
- Rear Spoiler features are now available as options on select trims.
- The SR trim now comes with Lane Departure Warning, Parking Sensors, and Sunroof(s) as standard equipment.
2020 Nissan Altima trims
Curious how Nissan Altima trims differ? Use our side-by-side vehicle comparison to see the differences and similaritiesS:
Power-adjustable driver seat, 60/40-split-folding rear seat, rearview camera, front-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, push-button start, infotainment system with touchscreen, two USB inputs, Bluetooth® phone connectivity and audio streaming, Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™, and more
SR:
Sportier suspension system, transmission paddle shifters, blind-spot monitoring, lane-departure warning, rear parking sensors
SV:
Noise-reducing side windows, heated front seats, intelligent climate control, adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist
SL:
Leather seats, navigation system, Bose® nine-speaker audio system
Platinum:
19-inch wheels, 360-degree camera, ambient cabin lighting
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5 reasons to buy the 2020 Nissan Altima
1. Advanced technology features
The 2020 Nissan Altima is a business traveler's dream with integration for both Apple and Android devices as well as a touchscreen and voice-activated navigation system. You'll also enjoy the available remote-access features through Nissan Connect® that will allow you to lock and unlock the doors, start and stop the engine, and have the ability to sound the horn or flash the lights to find the vehicle in a large parking area.
The 2020 Nissan Altima also features a rearview camera and pre-collision warning as standard.2. Attention to comfort
The intelligent climate-control system in the 2020 Nissan Altima (SV models) monitors the weather so it can adjust the temperature inside the vehicle to maximize your comfort level. This might include turning on the heated front seats on a chilly day or activating the heated steering wheel when you select the remote-start option on a cold night. The 2020 Nissan Altima also includes an available dual-zone heating and cooling system so passengers in the backseat can choose a different temperature than those at the front of the car.
3. Ample family seating
The cozy Zero Gravity seats can keep up to five passengers comfortable in the 2020 Nissan Altima. Occupants appreciate the 44.1 inches of front legroom and 35.1 inches of backseat legroom. You'll also find two sets of LATCH connectors in the rear outer seats and an upper tether in the center seat to secure child seats. Got luggage for a family trip? Toss it in the 15.4-cubic-foot trunk.
4. Available All-Wheel drive
If power to all four wheels is what you're looking for in a midsize sedan then the Altima is the one for you. Not only does AWD give you extra confidence in a range of weather conditions but it's also a lot of fun. That extra grip comes in handy when you're cornering or putting the power down to pass on the highway. Please note that while AWD is available on all trims, it isn't available with the optional turbocharged engine.
5. Engine options
Sports-car enthusiasts can upgrade to a turbocharged 2.0L four-cylinder engine with a continuously variable transmission (CVT)—and that translates to speed. The 2020 Nissan Altima with a turbocharged engine can accelerate from zero to 60 in 5.9 seconds (according to the manufacturer, when new), making it ideal for business travelers or weekend getaway enthusiasts who do frequent highway lane changes and on-ramp merging.
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Its steering, braking, and suspension have been sport-tuned for better performance and handling and is available in trims: S, SV, SL, SR, and Platinum. On the base model, you'll find lots of great features, including automatic emergency braking, power driver and front-passenger seats, dual-zone automatic temperature control, and keyless entry with push-button start. Standard connectivity features are also robust and include Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth audio streaming, voice-recognition operation, and a seven-inch display in the instrument cluster. Interior cabin dimensions are a bit more spacious, with up to 45 inches of legroom in the front seats, but only 34.2 in the rear.
With a styling refresh for 2017, the Nissan Versa is another subcompact with plenty of room in its upscale cabin. The 2017–2019 base model has 90.2 cu-ft of passenger room, which shrunk very slightly to 88.9 cu-ft in 2020. However, it was part of 2020's full redesign which also boosted the base hp from 109 to 122.
Standard features of the 2017–2021 Nissan Versa include:
Power mirrors
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MP3 player
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All 2017-2019 Toyota Camry XLE models include these standard features:
2.5L four-cylinder engine
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Three USB ports
Three driving modes (Eco, Normal, Sport)
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
4.7 out of 5
25 customer reviews| 5 Stars | 19 |
|---|---|
| 4 Stars | 5 |
| 3 Stars | 1 |
| 2 Stars | 0 |
| 1 Star | 0 |
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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Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Remote Start
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Traction Control
- Alloy Wheels
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Cloth Seats
- Lane Departure Warning
- Parking Sensors
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.5L
Horsepower
188
Torque (ft-lbs)
180
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
16.2
Wheelbase
111.2"
Overall length
192.9"
Width
72.9"
Height
56.7"
Leg room
F 43.8"/R 35.2"
Head room
F 39.2"/R 36.9"
Front tires
P215/60HR16
Rear tires
P215/60HR16
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
2020 Nissan Altima FAQ
The 2020 Nissan Altima is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- S: 28 MPG City and 39 MPG Highway
- SL: 28 MPG City and 39 MPG Highway
- SV: 28 MPG City and 39 MPG Highway
- SR: 27 MPG City and 37 MPG Highway
- Platinum: 27 MPG City and 37 MPG Highway
The Nissan Altima received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks the Nissan Altima as 13 out of 28 among Midsize Car
The 2020 Nissan Altima has received an average 4.7 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2020 Nissan Altima, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2020 Nissan Altima Reviews.
Here is what's new for the 2020 Nissan Altima:
- Heated Mirrors
- Lane Departure Warning
- Parking Sensors
- Sunroof(s)
- Front Seat Heaters
More about the 2020 Nissan Altima
Color options
Exterior colors
Brilliant Silver Metallic (available on all trims)
Deep Blue Pearl (available on S and SR trims)
Glacier White (available on S trim only)
Gun Metallic (available on all trims)
Pearl White Tricoat (available on SR, SV, SL, and Platinum trims)
Scarlet Ember Tintcoat (available on SR, SV, SL, and Platinum trims)
Storm Blue (available on SV, SL and Platinum trims)
Sunset Drift Chromaflair® (available on SR trim)
Super Black (available on all trims)
Interior details
Infotainment system, featuring satellite radio, two USB ports, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and more
15.4 cubic feet of trunk space
Rearview camera
Push-button start
60/40-split-folding rear seat
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