2021 Nissan Altima

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$24,550

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Key specs

Base trim shown

Sedan: Body style
32: Combined MPG
5: Seating capacity
192.9” x 56.7”: Dimensions
Front-wheel drive: Drivetrain

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Overview

(20 reviews)

The good:

CVT operation
Intuitive multimedia system
Safety and self-driving tech
Quiet cabin
Fuel efficiency

The bad:

Choppy ride with 19-inch wheels
Numb steering
Seat cushions too small
Some inconsistent cabin materials
Turbo engine needs premium gas for full power

2.5 S
$24,550
2.5 SV
$25,550
2.5 SR
$26,550
2.5 SL
$29,990
2.0 SR
$30,900
2.5 Platinum
$34,250

Wondering which trim is right for you?

Our 2021 Nissan Altima trim comparison will help you decide.

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Five-seat mid-size sedan
Front- or all-wheel drive
Choice of two four-cylinder engines
Automatic emergency braking standard
Apple CarPlay, Android Auto available
Lane-centering steering, adaptive cruise control available

2021 Nissan Altima review: Our expert's take

What Is the 2021 Nissan Altima?

The five-seat Altima is Nissan’s mid-size sedan. It comes in five trim levels – S, SV, SR, SL and the range-topping Platinum – and is available with front- or all-wheel drive. The base engine is a 188-horsepower, 2.5-liter four-cylinder, and there’s a unique available variable-compression turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder that makes 236 hp (or 248 hp with premium gas). Both engines work with a continuously variable automatic transmission. The Altima faces competition from the Honda Accord, Toyota Camry and Hyundai Sonata.

What’s New on the 2021 Nissan Altima?

There are no significant changes this year.

What Features in the 2021 Nissan Altima Are Most Important?

Standard forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking
Standard lane departure warning
Standard remote start
Available Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone connectivity
Available all-wheel drive
Available ProPilot Assist driver-assist system

Should I Buy the 2021 Nissan Altima?

The Altima is a good value and offers a lot of safety tech, and it also has good EPA-estimated gas mileage; some versions are rated nearly 40 mpg on the highway. There are, however, several shortcomings in the cabin, including small seat cushions, inconsistent materials and a lack of storage space.

Consumer reviews

(20 reviews)

85% of drivers recommend this car

Rating breakdown (out of 5):

Comfort 4.8
Interior 4.8
Performance 4.6
Value 4.4
Exterior 4.7
Reliability 4.5

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Most recent consumer reviews

Since I bought this car I have so many issues sinc

March 25, 2024

By Kemuel from Clearwater

Owns this car

Since I bought this car I have so many issues since new , do not buy a headache, never ever buy a nissan again really bad

Rating breakdown (out of 5):

Comfort 4.0
Interior 3.0
Performance 3.0
Value 1.0
Exterior 2.0
Reliability 2.0

Purchased a New car
Used for Commuting
Does not recommend this car

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Good Car for Sure But Would Have Chosen a BMW

February 24, 2024

By Ken from Birmingham, Alabama

Owns this car

The 2021 Altima is a good but not great car. I have the SL trim which comes with more interior comfort and 1 of 2 extra features. I like the sporty style and tech features but the CVT transmission sucks sometimes. If I had to buy a sedan again I would choose a BMW 3 series instead cuz I like excellence in cars. But overall for anyone who would like to have something good and basic pros, yes the Altima can make it.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):

Comfort 4.0
Interior 4.0
Performance 3.0
Value 4.0
Exterior 4.0
Reliability 3.0

Purchased a Used car
Used for Having fun
Does recommend this car

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Bad car

March 15, 2023

By Dennis from Alabama

Used to own this car

Would not ever buy again will be going down the road and it will go in malfunction mode all the time mine has been nothing but trouble

Rating breakdown (out of 5):

Comfort 3.0
Interior 3.0
Performance 2.0
Value 3.0
Exterior 3.0
Reliability 2.0

Purchased a Used car
Used for Commuting
Does not recommend this car

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NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings (scores out of 5)

Based on the 2021 Nissan Altima base trim.

Combined side rating front seat: 4
Combined side rating rear seat: 5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver: 5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger: 4
Overall frontal barrier crash rating: 4
Overall rating: 5
Overall side crash rating: 5
Risk of rollover: 9.2%
Rollover rating: 5
Side barrier rating: 5
Side barrier rating driver: 4
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat: 5
Side pole rating driver front seat: 5

New car program benefits

Bumper-to-bumper: 36 months/36,000 miles
Corrosion: 60 months/unlimited distance
Powertrain: 60 months/60,000 miles
Roadside assistance: 36 months/36,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Maximum age/mileage: Nissan and non-Nissan vehicles less than 10 years old and less than 100,000 miles. (Nissan vehicles less than 6 years from original new car in-service date must have more than 60,000 to qualify for Certified Select.)
Powertrain: 6 months/6,000 miles from date of sale
Dealer certification required: 84-point inspection
Roadside assistance: Yes