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2021 Nissan Altima
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$24,300
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8.1
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2.0T S Automatic
$23,995
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7.9
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Overview
Engine
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 28 MPG
Hwy: 39 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 24 MPG
Hwy: 36 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
16.2 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
18.5 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
15.4 ft³
Trunk Volume
15.9 ft³
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Performance Specs
Engine and Transmission
Engine
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
188 hp @ 6000 rpm
174 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque
180 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm
206 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
6-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive
Weight and Towing
Curb Weight
3,208 lbs
3,314 lbs
Fuel and MPG
Fuel Economy
Combined
32 MPG
28 MPG
City
28 MPG
24 MPG
Highway
39 MPG
36 MPG
Emissions
CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
5.5 Tons/yr
6.4 Tons/yr
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity
16.2 gallons
18.5 gallons
Cruising Range City
453.6 miles
444 miles
Cruising Range Highway
631.8 miles
666 miles
Dimensions and Measurement
Exterior Dimensions
Length
192.9 in
193.6 in
Height
56.7 in
58 in
Max Width
72.9 in
72.2 in
Front Width
63.6 in
62.1 in
Rear Width
63.6 in
61 in
Wheelbase
111.2 in
110.4 in
Ground Clearance
4.9 in
5.4 in
Interior Space
Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
43.8 in
42.4 in
Front Seat Headroom
39.2 in
38.3 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
58.2 in
56.9 in
Front Seat Hip Room
54.7 in
N/A
Rear Seat Leg Room
35.2 in
39.1 in
Rear Seat Headroom
36.9 in
37.8 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
57.1 in
57 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
54.5 in
N/A
Cargo Space
Trunk Volume
15.4 ft³
15.9 ft³
Wheels and Suspension
Steering
Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
36.1 ft
36.4 ft
Wheels
Wheels Type
Steel Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
16" x 7"
17" x 7"
Rear Wheel Size
16" x 7"
17" x 7"
Suspension
Front Suspension
Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link
Tires
Front Tire
P215/60HR16
P215/55HR17
Rear Tire
P215/60HR16
P215/55HR17
Spare Tire
Compact
Compact
Colors and Materials
Standard Exterior Colors
Brilliant Silver Metallic
Deep Blue Pearl
Glacier White
Gun Metallic
Super Black
Deep Black Pearl
Platinum Gray Metallic
Pure White
Reflex Silver Metallic
Tourmaline Blue Metallic
Optional Exterior Colors
N/A
Aurora Red Metallic
Standard Interior Materials
Charcoal, Cloth Seat Trim
Light Gray, Cloth Seat Trim
Titan Black, Cloth Seating Surfaces
Features and Options
Infotainment
HD Radio
Not Available
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Satellite Radio
Not Available
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Not Available
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard
Interior Trim
Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Seats
Standard
Not Available
Leather Steering Wheel
Not Available
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Not Available
Vinyl Seats
Standard
Not Available
Comfort
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Optional
Not Available
Remote Engine Start
Standard
Not Available
Remote Trunk Release
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Start
Standard
Not Available
Safety
Safety Features
Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Not Available
Standard
Rear Parking Aid
Optional
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
Optional
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Not Available
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard
US NHTSA crash test result
Overall Rating
N/A
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
N/A
Side Crash Rating
N/A
Rollover Rating
N/A
Airbags
Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Side Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Warranty
Warranty Summary
Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
7 Years / 100,000 Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Maintenance
N/A
2 Years / 20,000 Miles
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