With a new exterior appearance, a refined personal space interior, enhanced connectivity, more available safety and security features, the Nissan Altima is one of the top choices for midsize sedan buyers seeking style, performance, quality and value.
The 2017 Altima is available in a choice of seven models. Five of the models feature a 179-horsepower 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine, while 3.5-liter Altimas offer a 270-horsepower 3.5-liter V6. Both engines are matched with a standard smooth and efficient Xtronic transmission with enhanced third-generation D-Step Shift logic.
All 2017 Altima models also are equipped with a responsive 4-wheel independent suspension for comfortable and controlled ride and handling. A special sport-tuned suspension is offered on Altima SR models. Active Understeer Control is standard on all grades, along with 4-wheel disc brakes with standard Anti-lock Braking System with Electronic Brake force Distribution and Brake Assist, plus Electronic Hydraulic Power-Assisted Steering.
The 2017 Altima's premium interior design comes with standard NASA-inspired Zero Gravity front seats, with leather-appointed seating standard on Altima 2.5 SL and 3.5 SL models. All grades include Bluetooth Hands-Free Phone System, Streaming Audio via Bluetooth and an Advanced Drive-Assist Display in the center of the instrument cluster that integrates key information -- including available navigation, text messaging notification and audio data -- right in front of the driver.
Available safety features include Predictive Forward Collision Warning, radar-based Blind Sport Warning, Forward Emergency Braking, Intelligent Cruise Control and Rear Cross Traffic Alert.
