The Nissan Altima has a drag coefficient of 0.26, indicating a relatively aerodynamic design which can contribute to better fuel efficiency and performance.
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Drag Coefficient Cd
0.26
Body & Dimensions
The Nissan Altima is a mid-size sedan with a sleek design, comfortable seating for 5 passengers, and a spacious interior. It has a length of 192.91 inches, a width of 72.91 inches, and a height of 56.69 inches. It also features a wheelbase of 111.18 inches and a track width of 63.58 inches in the front and rear.
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Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Doors
4
Length
4900 mm 192.91 in.
Width
1852 mm 72.91 in.
Height
1440 mm 56.69 in.
Wheelbase
2824 mm 111.18 in.
Front Track
1615 mm 63.58 in.
Rear Track
1615 mm 63.58 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Nissan Altima is a fuel-efficient sedan with a petrol engine, offering a combined fuel consumption of 9.4-9.7 liters per 100 kilometers, with urban and extra-urban fuel consumption rates of 10.9-11.3 l/100 km and 7.8-8.1 l/100 km, respectively.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban
10.9-11.3 l/100 km 21.58 - 20.82 US mpg 25.92 - 25 UK mpg 9.17 - 8.85 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
7.8-8.1 l/100 km 30.16 - 29.04 US mpg 36.22 - 34.87 UK mpg 12.82 - 12.35 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined
9.4-9.7 l/100 km 25.02 - 24.25 US mpg 30.05 - 29.12 UK mpg 10.64 - 10.31 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The Nissan Altima comes with a 182 HP, 2.5L 4-cylinder engine that features direct injection and a continuously variable transmission (CVT). The all-wheel-drive vehicle has independent suspensions on both axles, ensuring a comfortable ride. The engine has a displacement of 2488 cm3 (151.83 cu. in.) with a bore of 89 mm (3.5 in.) and a stroke of 100 mm (3.94 in.), resulting in a compression ratio of 12.0. The vehicle's oil capacity is 5.1 liters (5.39 US qt | 4.49 UK qt), requiring 0W-20 / API SN or 0W-20 / ILSAC GF-5 oil. The car's coolant capacity is 8.3 liters (8.77 US qt | 7.3 UK qt).
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
182 Hp @ 6000 rpm.
Power Per Litre
73.2 Hp/l
Torque
241 Nm @ 3600 rpm. 177.75 lb.-ft. @ 3600 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Transverse
Engine Model Code
PR25DD
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
12
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
4
Fuel Injection System
Direct injection
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
DOHC, CVTCS
Engine Oil Capacity
5.1 l 5.39 US qt | 4.49 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
0W-20 / API SN 0W-20 / ILSAC GF-5
Coolant
8.3 l 8.77 US qt | 7.3 UK qt
Drive Wheel
All wheel drive (4x4)
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
automatic transmission CVT Xtronic
Front Suspension
Independent coil spring, Transverse stabilizer
Rear Suspension
Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer
Maximum Engine Speed
6200 rpm.
Brakes
The Nissan Altima comes with ventilated disc brakes in the front and disc brakes in the rear, providing good stopping power. The car uses a rack and pinion steering system with electric power steering for easy maneuverability. The tires available for this model range from 215/60 R16 to 235/40 R19, fitting wheel rims of 16, 17, or 19 inches. Anti-lock braking system (ABS) is included as a standard assisting system, which is always a plus for safety.
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Front Brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes
Disc
Assisting Systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Power Steering
Electric Steering
Tires Size
215/60 R16; 215/55 R17; 235/40 R19
Wheel Rims Size
16; 17; 19
Weight & Capacity
The Nissan Altima is a mid-size car with a weight-to-power ratio of 8.3 kg/Hp and 120.4 Hp/tonne, indicating a good balance between power and weight. It has a kerb weight of 1512-1568 kg and a trunk boot space of 436 l. The fuel tank capacity is 60 l.
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Weight To Power Ratio
8.3 kg/Hp, 120.4 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
6.3 kg/Nm, 159.4 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1512-1568 kg 3333.39 - 3456.85 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
436 l 15.4 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
60 l 15.85 US gal | 13.2 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Nissan - Altima VI
The Nissan Altima has a seating capacity of 5 passengers.
The Nissan Altima has 4 doors.
The Nissan Altima has a length of 192.91 inches or 4900 mm.
A lower drag coefficient means that a car is more aerodynamic, which can result in better fuel efficiency and performance.
The drag coefficient is measured in a wind tunnel and is calculated by dividing the drag force on a car by the fluid density and the square of the car's velocity.
Other factors that affect a car's aerodynamics include its shape, frontal area, and surface roughness.
The fuel type is Petrol (Gasoline)
The combined fuel consumption is 9.4-9.7 liters per 100 kilometers
The urban fuel consumption is 10.9-11.3 liters per 100 kilometers
The engine produces 182 HP at 6000 rpm and 241 Nm (177.75 lb.-ft.) of torque at 3600 rpm.
The Altima features an automatic transmission CVT Xtronic.
The engine is an inline, 4-cylinder configuration, and it is transversely mounted in the front of the vehicle.
The Altima has ventilated disc brakes in the front and disc brakes in the rear.
It uses a rack and pinion steering system with electric power steering.
Tire sizes range from 215/60 R16 to 235/40 R19.
The fuel economy of the Nissan Altima varies by trim level, but it can get up to 28 MPG city and 39 MPG highway.
Yes, the Nissan Altima is known for its reliability and has a good track record in terms of durability and low maintenance costs.
The Nissan Altima is available in several trim levels, including the S, SV, SR, and SL.
The weight-to-power ratio is 8.3 kg/Hp and 120.4 Hp/tonne.
