2023 Nissan Altima

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety reports that since it started testing seat belt reminders in 2022, automakers have responded with improved ratings for model-year 2023-25 vehicles.

An increasing number of vehicles with sticker prices of $40,000 or less, some much less, offer heated mirrors.

Wheel warming has gone mainstream, with the feature standard or optional not just on luxury vehicles, but on an increasing number of models with sticker prices of $40,000 or less.

All seven model-year 2023 mid-size sedans that the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety assessed earned good crash-test ratings for the front seat, but only the Honda Accord scored a good rating for the back.

For 2023, Nissan has freshened the Altima with new front-end styling, some updated wheel designs, additional standard safety features and more tech.

The 2023 Nissan Altima 2.0 SR isn’t quite as sporty as it looks, but it’s a pleasant, respectably quick mid-size sedan that’s comfortable and accommodating.

While 2023 Altima’s starting price is on par with competitors, shoppers should note the base S trim model lacks some standard features offered by its rivals.

The Altima’s tech is upgraded with an available 12.3-inch touchscreen, enhanced connectivity and more active safety features for the base model.