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2013 Nissan Altima consumer reviews

$21,760 starting MSRP
side view of 2013 Altima Nissan
(377 reviews)
80% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.5
  • Interior 4.4
  • Performance 4.2
  • Value 4.3
  • Exterior 4.5
  • Reliability 4.3
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Love this car!

This was only the second coupe I ever owned it was far more roomy that my previous coupe. I love the style and comfort, as well as the design and speed of the car! It's a great looking, sporty car, at a fraction of the cost of some other cars in the same category. The backseat has very minimal legroom so I would not recommend it if you frequently have passengers in your back seat. Also not ideal for a driver over 6 feet talk. Other than that, it's a great vehicle.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Great car great gas mileage.

Great car, drove from charlotte NC to New Jersey on One tank of gas. The only problem I had was that it was hard for me to get in and out driver's seat, because of my physical limitations.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Stylish, Safe and Reliable

This car is perfect for my wife. She likes the style, comfort and reliability. We have owned the car since 2013, and it has performed well since the day we purchased it.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Hope you like walking

The transmission in this car is garbage. This has a cvt transmission as many Nissan's do. Avoid this transmission and company like the plague. Customer service is horrible, and company does not stand behind their product.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 1.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Best in comfort and gas

This car is one of the best cars I’ve owned. Very nice looking, reliable, efficient. Blue tooth radio is the best feature. I have two keys, clean title. The car has been serviced at Tempe Nissan autonation since I’ve owned it.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Good but wouldn't purchase again.

I purchased my 2013 Altima 2.5 SL with 90k. It now has 120+k and I've had no troubles. One of the reasons I purchased the 4cyl is because it's rated at 31-38 Mpg. I might have a lil bit of a lead foot but most of my driving is on the highway cruising 70mph. I average 22-24 MPG ... I got 23 MPG in my 99 Mustang GT with a V8 and a stick!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Stayed with Nissan on purpose

My 2013 Altima is my 6th Nissan vehicle. I decided to purchase my 2013 Altima SV based on the reliability record of my previous Nissan vehicles. Although Honda, Toyota, Accura, and Lexus seem to get all of the accolades of the Japanese brands, I've found Nissans to be highly underrated. They are reliable, and inexpensive to own over the long haul. My 2013 Altima SV has been the most luxurious of all the Nissans I've had. Its cavernous, and quiet interior feels akin to cars far more expensive. It's ride is quiet, and peppy when needed---even without the larger or sportier SR trim. My only unpleasant surprise with my Altima so far has been when its compressor went out after 50k mileage mark. It was disheartening as I've driven my other Nissans 3 times as much without such a major repair. I don't know if there have been compressor issues with this year's model, or if mine was a fluke. I'll need to do that research once I get to the point when my 2013 Altima becomes more expensive to maintain than its Blue Book value. I recommend this car to others. Especially if they're in the market for used Altimas. With its comfort, fuel efficiency, trunk capacity, and reliability, it's a great value.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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It's been very reliable and very comfortable

This car has met all our standards and my son is very happy.This price was a fair deal and we are looking forward to many years to come owning this vehicle

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Great MPG, Nice seating comfort

Nice reliable sedan with great gas mileage. 35 mpg for a full size sedan. I really like the seating, especially for long trips. My Altima has the hands free phone, heated seats and heated steering wheel. What nice features on an automobile!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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They keep getting better!

This is my fourth Altima, and they consistently improve a very good car with every generation. This 5th gen (2013) has an improved CVT, I'm averaging 34 MPG vs. 27 with the previous generation (2007-12). Excellent seats, very reliable, simply a great car!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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