2012 Nissan Altima Expert Review

The 2012 Nissan Altima ranks 10 out of 19 Affordable Midsize Cars. Auto reviewers think the 2012 Nissan Altima is a fine choice for midsize car shoppers, but They say That other cars offer better performance and more features for the same price.

The 2012 Nissan Altima falls in the middle of the class in most areas. The Altima's interior is where it shines. One big downside That Is Mentioned Among automotive reviewers many times is the Altima's interior features expensive. In a highly-competitive class, the Altima has a hard time standing out, but most test drivers think the 2012 Altima is still a solid choice Among midsize cars affordable.

The Nissan Altima is more than a midsize transportation appliance. The Altima is a driver's car. For drivers appreciate WHO sharp handling, the Altima excels. The Nissan Altima is best known as a midsize sedan but it's also available in a coupe version. Each version of the Altima has sharper handling than is expected in a mainstream midsize car. The available V6 engine, closely related to the engine in Nissan's 370Z sports car, delivers exciting performance, with 270 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque.

The gas-electric Altima Hybrid Sedan boasts an EPA-rated 35 miles per gallon in the city, extending its range past 600 miles the between fill-ups. Nissan's CVT technology has excelled at. The Altima sedan is comfortable, practical and well suited to growing families. The two-door Altima Coupe looks sportier than the sedan. The Nissan Altima model line fits a wide range of Tastes and budgets. Nissan Altima models get high marks for safety; standard equipment includes a full complement of airbags, anti-lock brakes, Nissan's Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) and Traction Control.