2012 Nissan Altima Summary

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2012 Nissan Altima

Starting MSRP $20,550–$31,200

MPG City: 18 – 23 Highway: 27 – 32

Available Engines

270-hp, 3.5-liter V-6 (regular gas)
170-hp, 2.5-liter I-4 (regular gas)
175-hp, 2.5-liter I-4 (regular gas)

Transmissions

6-speed manual w/OD
2-speed CVT w/OD and auto-manual

Average Consumer Rating

(4.4) 43 consumer reviews

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Expert Snapshot

New or Notable

•	Sedan or coupe
•	Standard four-cylinder; available 270-hp V-6
•	Continuously variable automatic transmission
•	Available iPod connectivity
•	Available navigation system

What We Like

•	Four-cylinder, CVT performance
•	Steering feedback
•	Gas mileage (four-cylinder)
•	Front-seat comfort

What We Don't

•	Firm ride
•	Occasional drivetrain clunk (four-cylinder)
•	Backseat roominess
•	Drab tan interior
•	Backseat release straps in trunk

Nissan's midsize Altima is available in both coupe and sedan body styles. The coupe's powertrain offerings are similar to the sedan's, but the coupe has unique styling elements. Both body styles provide seating for five, and competitors include the Chevrolet Malibu, Honda Accord and Toyota Camry.

6 Available Altima Trims

Select a trim name below for detailed specifications

Standard Equipment & Options

	Engine	MPG	MSRP	Invoice
2.5 4dr Sedan See Specs \| Price with Options	4 cyl	23/32	$20,550	$19,699
2.5 S 4dr Sedan See Specs \| Price with Options	4 cyl	23/32	$22,710	$21,290
2.5 S 2dr Coupe See Specs \| Price with Options	4 cyl	23/31	$24,040	$22,534
3.5 SR 4dr Sedan See Specs \| Price with Options	6 cyl	20/27	$25,570	$23,697
3.5 SR 2dr Coupe See Specs \| Price with Options	6 cyl	20/27	$28,970	$26,842
3.5 SR 2dr Coupe See Specs \| Price with Options	6 cyl	18/27	$31,200	$28,904
Destination charge: $790 Compare Select up to four trims to compare