Nissan is one of the most reliable Japanese car manufacturers and they are also known for their reliability. The Altima is a mid-size sedan-shaped car with 4-doors. It has a great reliable engine with a great build quality body.
Overview
The Altima has been in the market since 1992 and it is currently in its sixth generation. The sixth-generation Altima has been offered in five trim levels of S, SR, SR Midnight, SR VC-Turbo, SV, SL, and Platinum. The base variant comes with a 2.5 L I4 engine and it has many other features
Reliability
The reliability and durability of a car are the most important factors before buying a car. As with many other Japanese brands, Nissan is also one of the most reliable brands. It comes at 9th out of 32 car brands all over the world which is quite significant. The Altima is a great reliable vehicle with a J.D Power score of 85 out of 100.
Safety
Safety is yet another factor to judge the reliability of a car. Nissan has been making quite safe cars with an adequate number of safety features. The Altima has been crash-tested by IIHS and NHTSA, and both of them rewarded the car with perfect safety points.
Depreciation rate
Depreciation rate also helps us in knowing the reliability and durability of a car. Nissans usually hold their value quite well because of their great quality engines and parts. The average depreciation rate of a Nissan car is 42% after 5 years. However, the depreciation rate of the Altima is around 55% after 5 years.
Maintenance and repairing
Maintenance cost is the region where most cars lose their customers. However, Japanese carmakers like Nissan or Toyota are famous for their low maintenance and repair costs. The average maintenance and repairing cost of the Altima is around $500.
FAQ
Is Nissan Altima a Front-Wheel-Drive, Rear-Wheel-Drive or All-Wheel-Drive car?
The Nissan Altima is a Front Wheel Drive car.
How many seats are in the Nissan Altima?
The Nissan Altima is a car with 5 seats. The EPA Classification for this car is: Midsize Cars
What is the horsepower in a Nissan Altima and does it have a turbo?
The Nissan Altima has 188 horsepower and 180 lb-ft of torque. The engine is a Regular Unleaded I-4 with a displacement of 2.5 L The fuel system is: Gasoline Direct Injection.
How big is the trunk in the Nissan Altima?
15.4 Cubic Feet ( 0,436 m3 )
How much ground clearance does the Nissan Altima have?
5.1 inches ( 12,95 cm )
What type of wheels does it have?
Nissan Altima has 17 X 7.5 inch Aluminum Front Wheels and 17 X 7.5 inch Aluminum Rear Wheels.
Are Nissan Altimas long lasting cars?
Nissan Altimas can be maintained well for as many as 300,000 to 200,000 miles. The car is capable of delivering reliable performance for up to 13 years. This high mileage will require you to be meticulous with your maintenance.
What are the problems with Nissan Altima?
- Nissan Crankshaft and Camshaft Sensor Recall.
- Check Engine Light due to Failure of Catalytic Convert Closest To Cylinder Head.
- Nissan fuel pump concern.
- Engine cranks but doesn’t start or runs rough.
- Failure of the External Seal to Engine Oil Cooler may Lead to Leakage
- The Engine Does Not Start, But It Turns Over