What are the specs on a Nissan Altima?

The Nissan Altima typically features a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine with 188 horsepower, a continuously variable transmission (CVT), front-wheel drive, and various tech options including a touchscreen infotainment system and advanced safety features.

Is Altima SR or SL better?

The Altima SL is generally considered better due to its higher level of luxury features and technology compared to the SR.

Is a Nissan Altima a V6 or V4?

The Nissan Altima is available with both V6 and inline-4 (V4) engine options, depending on the model year and trim.

Is the Nissan Altima S fast?

The Nissan Altima S is not considered fast compared to sports cars, but it offers a decent performance for a midsize sedan.

Cartea New cars Nissan Nissan AltimaSpecifications Comparison By Trims

Nissan Altima Specifications Comparison By Trims

10 Cars Hide common specs	ALTIMA S 2.5LAED 110,500	ALTIMA SV 2.5LAED 129,500	ALTIMA SL 2.5LAED 143,500	NISSAN AlTIMA SPORT + OPT 2.5LAED 126,500	NISSAN ALTIMA SL 2.0 VC-TurboAED 143,500	Altima 2.5 SAED 110,000	Altima 2.5 SportAED 119,500	Altima 2.5 SVAED 120,500	Altima 2.5 SLAED 136,000	Altima 2.0 Turbo SLAED 146,500

10 Cars Hide common specs	ALTIMA S 2.5LAED 110,500	ALTIMA SV 2.5LAED 129,500	ALTIMA SL 2.5LAED 143,500	NISSAN AlTIMA SPORT + OPT 2.5LAED 126,500	NISSAN ALTIMA SL 2.0 VC-TurboAED 143,500	Altima 2.5 SAED 110,000	Altima 2.5 SportAED 119,500	Altima 2.5 SVAED 120,500	Altima 2.5 SLAED 136,000	Altima 2.0 Turbo SLAED 146,500
Engine
Engine capacity(L)	2.5 L	2.5 L	2.5 L	2.5 L	2.0 L	2.5 L	2.5 L	2.5 L	2.5 L	2.0 L
Fuel Type	Gasoline	Gasoline	Gasoline	Petrol	Petrol	Gasoline	Gasoline	Gasoline	Gasoline	Gasoline
Engine type	DOHC	DOHC	DOHC	DOHC	(VC-Turbo) DOHC
Valves per Cylinder	4	4	4
Horsepower (BHP)	188 BHP	188 BHP	188 BHP	188 BHP	248 BHP	188 BHP	188 BHP	188 BHP	188 BHP	248 BHP
Maximum power speed (rpm)	188hp @ 6000 rpm	188hp @ 6000 rpm	188hp @ 6000 rpm	188hp @ 6000 rpm	248hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque (N-m)	244	244	244/380	244 Nm	380 Nm	244 Nm	244 Nm	244 Nm	244 Nm	380 Nm
Max. torque speed (rpm)	244 Nm torque @ 3600 rpm	244 Nm torque @ 3600 rpm	244 Nm torque @ 3600 rpm	244 Nm torque @ 3600 rpm	380 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Fuel supply method				Direct fuel injection	Direct Injection Gasoline (DIG)
Dimensions
Seating Capacity	5 Seater	5 Seater	5 Seater	5 Seater	5 Seater	5 Seater	5 Seater	5 Seater	5 Seater	5 Seater
Curb Weight	1440	1440	1500/1553
Rim Size	16	19	19
Number of Doors	4	4	4	4 Doors	5 Doors
Length	4900	4900	4900	4869 mm	4869 mm	4869 mm	4869 mm	4869 mm	4989 mm	4869 mm
Width	1852	1852	1852	1850 mm	1850 mm	1850 mm	1850 mm	1850 mm	1830 mm	1850 mm
Wheelbase	2825	2825	2825	2825 mm	2825 mm	2825 mm	2825 mm	2825 mm	2825 mm	2825 mm
Height				1440 mm	1440 mm	1440 mm	1440 mm	1440 mm	1440 mm	1440 mm
Trunk Capacity				517 L	517 L	517 L	517 L	517 L	517 L	517 L
Car Information
Vehicle Type	Sedan	Sedan	Sedan	Sedan	Sedan	Sedan	Sedan	Sedan	Sedan	Sedan
Fuel Economy
Fuel Economy (Km/L)	16.4	16.4	16.4-17.6			15.9 Km/L	15.9 Km/L	15.9 Km/L	15.9 Km/L	16.1 Km/L
Fuel Tank Capacity	61	61	61	61 L	61 L	61.3 L	61.3 L	61.3 L	61.3 L	61.3 L
Fuel Average City				13 Km/L	11 Km/L	15.9 Km/L	15.9 Km/L	15.9 Km/L	15.9 Km/L	16.1 Km/L
Technologies
Power Steering	✓	✓	✓
Cruise Control	✓	✓	✓	✔	✔
Hill Assist (HAC)	✓	✓	✓
Attention Assist		✓	✓
Speed Sensitive Audio Volume		✓	✓
Remote Start		✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control			✓		✔
Electric Parking Brake (EPB)			✓
NOA Level			L1
Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB)				✔	✔
Cruise Control Switch on Steering				✔	✔
AUTOHOLD					✔
Exterior
Active Grille	✓	✓	✓
Power Mirrors	✓	✓	✓
Headlight Type	LED	LED	LED
Auto Headlamps	✓	✓	✓
Chrome Door Handles	✓	✓	✓
Chrome Plated Radiator Grille	✓	✓	✓		Chrome V-Motion grille
Rear Spoiler		✓	✓		✔
Adaptive High and Low Beam		✓	✓	✔
Chrome Exhaust Pipes		✓	✓
Electric Sunroof			✓
Body Colored Mirrors			✓
Wheels - Alloy				✔	✔
Power Windows				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
LED Headlights				✔	✔
Adaptive Headlights				✔	✔
Spoiler					✔
Interior
Instrument Screen Size (Inches)	5	7	7
Front Reading Lamps	✓	✓	✓
Multifunction Steering Wheel	✓	✓	✓
Seat Adjustment - Manual	Front Row Seats	Passenger Seat	Passenger Seat
Seat Material	Cloth	Cloth	Leather Appointed
Air Conditioner (AC)	✓	✓	✓
Power Windows - Front and Rear	✓	✓	✓
Foldable Rear Seats with 60:40 Split	✓	✓	✓
Rear Folding Seat	✓	✓	✓
Rear AC Vents	✓	✓	✓		✔
12V Socket	✓	✓	✓
Seat Adjustment - Electric		Driver Seat	Front Row Seats
Leather Gear Shift Lever		✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel		✓	✓
Temperature Zone Control		✓	✓
Heated Seats			Front Row Seats
Comfort
Push Button Start	✓	✓	✓
Keyless Entry	✓	✓	✓	Remote keyless entry w/ push button ignition	Remote keyless entry w/ push button ignition
Parking sensor rear	✓	✓	✓					✓	✓
Rear Camera	✓	✓						✓	✓
Remote key types	Smart Key	Smart Key	Smart Key
Steering Adjustment	Manual	Manual	Manual
360 Degree Camera			✓
Parking sensor front								✓	✓
Safety
Number of Airbags	Dual Front Airbags	Dual Front Airbags Seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags for front- and rear-seat outboard occupants Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bags with rollover sensor for front-and rear-seat outboard occupant head protection	Dual Front Airbags Seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags for front- and rear-seat outboard occupants Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bags with rollover sensor for front-and rear-seat outboard occupant head protection
Door Mirrors with Side Turn Signal	✓	✓	✓
ABS	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
EBD/CBC	✓	✓	✓
EBA/BA	✓	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert		✓	✓	✔	✔
Collision Detection		✓	✓	Intelligent Forward Collision Warning	Intelligent Forward Collision Warning
Blind Spot Warning		✓	✓	Blind Spot Warning	Blind Spot Warning
Speed Alert		✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning		✓	✓	Lane Departure Warning	Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keeping Assist				Intelligent Lane Intervention	Intelligent Lane Intervention
Emergency Lane Keeping (ELK）					Intelligent Lane Intervention
Parking Sensors - Front and Rear					Rear Parking Sensors
Wheels/brakes
Front Brake Types	Vented Disc	Vented Disc	Vented Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc	Disc
Chassis & Steering
Drive Type	Front Drive	Front Drive	Front Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive
Front Suspension	Independent Strut Front Suspension	Independent Strut Front Suspension	Independent Strut Front Suspension
Rear Suspension	Multi-link Independent Rear Suspension	Multi-link Independent Rear Suspension	Multi-link Independent Rear Suspension
Transmission
Transmission type	CVTS	CVT	CVT	CVTS	CVT	Automatic	Automatic		Automatic
Paddle Shifters		✓	✓	Paddle shifters with manual shift mode	Paddle shifters with manual shift mode
Number of gears				7
Infotainment
Touch Screen Size	8	12.3	12.3
Voice Recognition Control System	✓	✓	✓
USB	✓	✓	✓
Bluetooth	✓	✓	✓
Android Auto	✓	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay	✓	✓	✓
Number Of Speakers	6	6	9
Premium Brand Audio System			BOSE
Engine / Motor
Maximum speed (km/h)				220 km/h	220 km/h	220 km/h	220 km/h	220 km/h	220 km/h	220 km/h

⋅configuration information is for reference only, please refer to the actual vehicle for specifics.

Related Car Comparisons

ALTIMA S 2.5L

Kia K8

Compare Cars

ALTIMA S 2.5L

GAC EMPOW R

Compare Cars

ALTIMA S 2.5L

Chevrolet Malibu

Compare Cars

ALTIMA S 2.5L

Chevrolet Impala

Compare Cars

ALTIMA S 2.5L

Hyundai Sonata

Compare Cars

ALTIMA SV 2.5L

Kia K8

Compare Cars

Popular Nissan Cars

Nissan Sylphy

TBD

Nissan Titan

TBD

Nissan Tiida

TBD

Nissan Quest

TBD

Nissan Murano

TBD

Nissan N7

TBD

View All Nissan Cars

FAQs about Nissan Altima

The Nissan Altima typically features a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine with 188 horsepower, a continuously variable transmission (CVT), front-wheel drive, and various tech options including a touchscreen infotainment system and advanced safety features.
The Altima SL is generally considered better due to its higher level of luxury features and technology compared to the SR.
The Nissan Altima is available with both V6 and inline-4 (V4) engine options, depending on the model year and trim.
The Nissan Altima S is not considered fast compared to sports cars, but it offers a decent performance for a midsize sedan.

Nissan Altima Specifications Comparison By Trims

10 Cars Hide common specs	ALTIMA S 2.5LAED 110,500	ALTIMA SV 2.5LAED 129,500	ALTIMA SL 2.5LAED 143,500	NISSAN AlTIMA SPORT + OPT 2.5LAED 126,500	NISSAN ALTIMA SL 2.0 VC-TurboAED 143,500	Altima 2.5 SAED 110,000	Altima 2.5 SportAED 119,500	Altima 2.5 SVAED 120,500	Altima 2.5 SLAED 136,000	Altima 2.0 Turbo SLAED 146,500

10 Cars Hide common specs	ALTIMA S 2.5LAED 110,500	ALTIMA SV 2.5LAED 129,500	ALTIMA SL 2.5LAED 143,500	NISSAN AlTIMA SPORT + OPT 2.5LAED 126,500	NISSAN ALTIMA SL 2.0 VC-TurboAED 143,500	Altima 2.5 SAED 110,000	Altima 2.5 SportAED 119,500	Altima 2.5 SVAED 120,500	Altima 2.5 SLAED 136,000	Altima 2.0 Turbo SLAED 146,500
Engine
Engine capacity(L)	2.5 L	2.5 L	2.5 L	2.5 L	2.0 L	2.5 L	2.5 L	2.5 L	2.5 L	2.0 L
Fuel Type	Gasoline	Gasoline	Gasoline	Petrol	Petrol	Gasoline	Gasoline	Gasoline	Gasoline	Gasoline
Engine type	DOHC	DOHC	DOHC	DOHC	(VC-Turbo) DOHC
Valves per Cylinder	4	4	4
Horsepower (BHP)	188 BHP	188 BHP	188 BHP	188 BHP	248 BHP	188 BHP	188 BHP	188 BHP	188 BHP	248 BHP
Maximum power speed (rpm)	188hp @ 6000 rpm	188hp @ 6000 rpm	188hp @ 6000 rpm	188hp @ 6000 rpm	248hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque (N-m)	244	244	244/380	244 Nm	380 Nm	244 Nm	244 Nm	244 Nm	244 Nm	380 Nm
Max. torque speed (rpm)	244 Nm torque @ 3600 rpm	244 Nm torque @ 3600 rpm	244 Nm torque @ 3600 rpm	244 Nm torque @ 3600 rpm	380 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Fuel supply method				Direct fuel injection	Direct Injection Gasoline (DIG)
Dimensions
Seating Capacity	5 Seater	5 Seater	5 Seater	5 Seater	5 Seater	5 Seater	5 Seater	5 Seater	5 Seater	5 Seater
Curb Weight	1440	1440	1500/1553
Rim Size	16	19	19
Number of Doors	4	4	4	4 Doors	5 Doors
Length	4900	4900	4900	4869 mm	4869 mm	4869 mm	4869 mm	4869 mm	4989 mm	4869 mm
Width	1852	1852	1852	1850 mm	1850 mm	1850 mm	1850 mm	1850 mm	1830 mm	1850 mm
Wheelbase	2825	2825	2825	2825 mm	2825 mm	2825 mm	2825 mm	2825 mm	2825 mm	2825 mm
Height				1440 mm	1440 mm	1440 mm	1440 mm	1440 mm	1440 mm	1440 mm
Trunk Capacity				517 L	517 L	517 L	517 L	517 L	517 L	517 L
Car Information
Vehicle Type	Sedan	Sedan	Sedan	Sedan	Sedan	Sedan	Sedan	Sedan	Sedan	Sedan
Fuel Economy
Fuel Economy (Km/L)	16.4	16.4	16.4-17.6			15.9 Km/L	15.9 Km/L	15.9 Km/L	15.9 Km/L	16.1 Km/L
Fuel Tank Capacity	61	61	61	61 L	61 L	61.3 L	61.3 L	61.3 L	61.3 L	61.3 L
Fuel Average City				13 Km/L	11 Km/L	15.9 Km/L	15.9 Km/L	15.9 Km/L	15.9 Km/L	16.1 Km/L
Technologies
Power Steering	✓	✓	✓
Cruise Control	✓	✓	✓	✔	✔
Hill Assist (HAC)	✓	✓	✓
Attention Assist		✓	✓
Speed Sensitive Audio Volume		✓	✓
Remote Start		✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control			✓		✔
Electric Parking Brake (EPB)			✓
NOA Level			L1
Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB)				✔	✔
Cruise Control Switch on Steering				✔	✔
AUTOHOLD					✔
Exterior
Active Grille	✓	✓	✓
Power Mirrors	✓	✓	✓
Headlight Type	LED	LED	LED
Auto Headlamps	✓	✓	✓
Chrome Door Handles	✓	✓	✓
Chrome Plated Radiator Grille	✓	✓	✓		Chrome V-Motion grille
Rear Spoiler		✓	✓		✔
Adaptive High and Low Beam		✓	✓	✔
Chrome Exhaust Pipes		✓	✓
Electric Sunroof			✓
Body Colored Mirrors			✓
Wheels - Alloy				✔	✔
Power Windows				✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
LED Headlights				✔	✔
Adaptive Headlights				✔	✔
Spoiler					✔
Interior
Instrument Screen Size (Inches)	5	7	7
Front Reading Lamps	✓	✓	✓
Multifunction Steering Wheel	✓	✓	✓
Seat Adjustment - Manual	Front Row Seats	Passenger Seat	Passenger Seat
Seat Material	Cloth	Cloth	Leather Appointed
Air Conditioner (AC)	✓	✓	✓
Power Windows - Front and Rear	✓	✓	✓
Foldable Rear Seats with 60:40 Split	✓	✓	✓
Rear Folding Seat	✓	✓	✓
Rear AC Vents	✓	✓	✓		✔
12V Socket	✓	✓	✓
Seat Adjustment - Electric		Driver Seat	Front Row Seats
Leather Gear Shift Lever		✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel		✓	✓
Temperature Zone Control		✓	✓
Heated Seats			Front Row Seats
Comfort
Push Button Start	✓	✓	✓
Keyless Entry	✓	✓	✓	Remote keyless entry w/ push button ignition	Remote keyless entry w/ push button ignition
Parking sensor rear	✓	✓	✓					✓	✓
Rear Camera	✓	✓						✓	✓
Remote key types	Smart Key	Smart Key	Smart Key
Steering Adjustment	Manual	Manual	Manual
360 Degree Camera			✓
Parking sensor front								✓	✓
Safety
Number of Airbags	Dual Front Airbags	Dual Front Airbags Seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags for front- and rear-seat outboard occupants Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bags with rollover sensor for front-and rear-seat outboard occupant head protection	Dual Front Airbags Seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags for front- and rear-seat outboard occupants Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bags with rollover sensor for front-and rear-seat outboard occupant head protection
Door Mirrors with Side Turn Signal	✓	✓	✓
ABS	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
EBD/CBC	✓	✓	✓
EBA/BA	✓	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert		✓	✓	✔	✔
Collision Detection		✓	✓	Intelligent Forward Collision Warning	Intelligent Forward Collision Warning
Blind Spot Warning		✓	✓	Blind Spot Warning	Blind Spot Warning
Speed Alert		✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning		✓	✓	Lane Departure Warning	Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keeping Assist				Intelligent Lane Intervention	Intelligent Lane Intervention
Emergency Lane Keeping (ELK）					Intelligent Lane Intervention
Parking Sensors - Front and Rear					Rear Parking Sensors
Wheels/brakes
Front Brake Types	Vented Disc	Vented Disc	Vented Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc	Disc
Chassis & Steering
Drive Type	Front Drive	Front Drive	Front Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive
Front Suspension	Independent Strut Front Suspension	Independent Strut Front Suspension	Independent Strut Front Suspension
Rear Suspension	Multi-link Independent Rear Suspension	Multi-link Independent Rear Suspension	Multi-link Independent Rear Suspension
Transmission
Transmission type	CVTS	CVT	CVT	CVTS	CVT	Automatic	Automatic		Automatic
Paddle Shifters		✓	✓	Paddle shifters with manual shift mode	Paddle shifters with manual shift mode
Number of gears				7
Infotainment
Touch Screen Size	8	12.3	12.3
Voice Recognition Control System	✓	✓	✓
USB	✓	✓	✓
Bluetooth	✓	✓	✓
Android Auto	✓	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay	✓	✓	✓
Number Of Speakers	6	6	9
Premium Brand Audio System			BOSE
Engine / Motor
Maximum speed (km/h)				220 km/h	220 km/h	220 km/h	220 km/h	220 km/h	220 km/h	220 km/h

⋅configuration information is for reference only, please refer to the actual vehicle for specifics.

Related Car Comparisons

ALTIMA S 2.5L

Kia K8

Compare Cars

ALTIMA S 2.5L

GAC EMPOW R

Compare Cars

ALTIMA S 2.5L

Chevrolet Malibu

Compare Cars

ALTIMA S 2.5L

Chevrolet Impala

Compare Cars

ALTIMA S 2.5L

Hyundai Sonata

Compare Cars

ALTIMA SV 2.5L

Kia K8

Compare Cars

FAQs about Nissan Altima

The Nissan Altima typically features a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine with 188 horsepower, a continuously variable transmission (CVT), front-wheel drive, and various tech options including a touchscreen infotainment system and advanced safety features.
The Altima SL is generally considered better due to its higher level of luxury features and technology compared to the SR.
The Nissan Altima is available with both V6 and inline-4 (V4) engine options, depending on the model year and trim.
The Nissan Altima S is not considered fast compared to sports cars, but it offers a decent performance for a midsize sedan.

Nissan Altima Specifications Comparison By Trims

Engine

Dimensions

Car Information

Fuel Economy

Technologies

Exterior

Interior

Comfort

Safety

Wheels/brakes

Chassis & Steering

Transmission

Infotainment

Engine / Motor

Related Car Comparisons

Popular Nissan Cars

FAQs about Nissan Altima

What are the specs on a Nissan Altima?

Is Altima SR or SL better?

Is a Nissan Altima a V6 or V4?

Is the Nissan Altima S fast?

Nissan Altima Specifications Comparison By Trims

Engine

Dimensions

Car Information

Fuel Economy

Technologies

Exterior

Interior

Comfort

Safety

Wheels/brakes

Chassis & Steering

Transmission

Infotainment

Engine / Motor

Related Car Comparisons

Popular Nissan Cars

FAQs about Nissan Altima

What are the specs on a Nissan Altima?

Is Altima SR or SL better?

Is a Nissan Altima a V6 or V4?

Is the Nissan Altima S fast?