The Nissan Altima is a mid-size sedan that offers a comfortable ride, spacious interior, and decent fuel economy. With a length of 4874 mm and a wheelbase of 2776 mm, it provides ample space for passengers and cargo. The sedan's ride height and ground clearance of 137 mm ensure a smooth ride on various road surfaces.
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Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Doors
4
Length
4874 mm 191.89 in.
Width
1829 mm 72.01 in.
Height
1468-1473 mm 57.8 - 57.99 in.
Wheelbase
2776 mm 109.29 in.
Front Track
1575-1585 mm 62.01 - 62.4 in.
Rear Track
1575-1585 mm 62.01 - 62.4 in.
Ride Height Ground Clearance
137 mm 5.39 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Nissan Altima is a fuel-efficient sedan with a petrol engine, offering a combined fuel consumption of 7.6 l/100 km. It provides a comfortable ride with decent fuel economy, making it a suitable choice for daily commutes.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban
8.7 l/100 km 27.04 US mpg 32.47 UK mpg 11.49 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
6 l/100 km 39.2 US mpg 47.08 UK mpg 16.67 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined
7.6 l/100 km 30.95 US mpg 37.17 UK mpg 13.16 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The Nissan Altima comes with a 182 Hp, 2.5L 4-cylinder engine, providing a balanced power and fuel efficiency. The front-wheel drive vehicle uses an automatic CVT transmission, and features independent coil spring and multi-link suspension in the front and rear respectively. The car's engine has a DOHC valvetrain and uses multi-port manifold injection, with a 10.3:1 compression ratio and 4 valves per cylinder. The QR25DE engine is paired with a 0W-20 / API SN oil and has a 7.9L coolant capacity.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
182 Hp @ 6000 rpm.
Power Per Litre
73.2 Hp/l
Torque
245 Nm @ 4000 rpm. 180.7 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Transverse
Engine Model Code
QR25DE
Engine Displacement
2488 cm3 151.83 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
4
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
89 mm 3.5 in.
Piston Stroke
100 mm 3.94 in.
Compression Ratio
10.3
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
4
Fuel Injection System
Multi-port manifold injection
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
DOHC
Engine Oil Capacity
4.6 l 4.86 US qt | 4.05 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
0W-20 / API SN
Coolant
7.9 l 8.35 US qt | 6.95 UK qt
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Front wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
automatic transmission CVT Xtronic
Front Suspension
Independent coil spring
Rear Suspension
Independent multi-link suspension
Brakes
None
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Front Brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes
Disc
Assisting Systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Tires Size
215/60 R16; 215/55 R17; 235/45 R18
Wheel Rims Size
7.0J x 16; 7.5J x 17; 7.5J x 18
Weight & Capacity
The Altima boasts a lightweight-to-power ratio, indicating efficient engine performance. Its weight-to-torque ratio further highlights its potential for agile handling. With a generous cargo capacity and a fuel tank that offers exceptional range, the Altima combines practicality with performance.
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Weight To Power Ratio
8 kg/Hp, 125.5 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
5.9 kg/Nm, 169 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1450 kg 3196.7 lbs.
Max Weight
1920 kg 4232.88 lbs.
Max Load
470 kg 1036.17 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
436 l 15.4 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
72 l 19.02 US gal | 15.84 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Nissan - Altima V (facelift 2016)
The Nissan Altima has a seating capacity of 5 people.
The length of the Nissan Altima is 4874 mm or 191.89 in.
The ground clearance of the Nissan Altima is 137 mm or 5.39 in.
The Altima achieves up to 30 mpg city and 38 mpg highway.
The Altima comes standard with Nissan SafetyShield 360, which includes features like automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, and blind-spot monitoring.
The Altima offers 15.4 cubic feet of cargo space in the trunk.
Petrol (Gasoline)
7.6 l/100 km
8.7 l/100 km
The engine layout of the Altima is Front, Transverse.
The Altima has an automatic transmission CVT Xtronic.
The engine displacement of the Altima is 2488 cm3 or 151.83 cu. in.
The Nissan Altima has an estimated EPA rating of up to 28 MPG city and 39 MPG highway.
The Nissan Altima comes with a range of advanced safety features, including forward emergency braking, lane departure warning, and blind spot warning.
Yes, the Nissan Altima has a reputation for being a reliable car, with many owners reporting low maintenance costs and few mechanical issues.
The kerb weight of the Altima is 1450 kg (3196.7 lbs).
The Altima can handle a maximum weight of 1920 kg (4232.88 lbs).
The minimum trunk space available in the Altima is 436 l (15.4 cu. ft).
