2012 Nissan Altima review
Nissan Altima highlights
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Mileage (EPA estimate)
18 city, 27 highway, 21 combined
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What is new for the 2012 Nissan Altima?
- Altima trims have been upgraded with Sync System as standard equipment this year.
- The Base trim now comes with AM/FM Stereo as standard equipment.
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Ratings & reliability
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RepairPal gave the Nissan Altima an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Nissan Altima 14th out of 28 among Midsize Cars.
View RepairPal's full rating of the Nissan AltimaNissan Altima features and specs
SR 2WD 2D Coupe
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- CD Audio
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Side Airbags
- Sunroof(s)
- Traction Control
- Bluetooth Technology
- BOSE Sound System
- Cloth Seats
- Front Seat Heaters
- Leather Seats
- Navigation System
- Rear Spoiler
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Smart Key
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
3.5L
Horsepower
270
Torque (ft-lbs)
258
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
20
Wheelbase
105.3"
Overall length
180.9"
Width
70.7"
Height
55.9"
Leg room
F 42.5"/R 34.4"
Head room
F 37.2"/R 35.6"
Front tires
P235/45VR18
Rear tires
P235/45VR18
Seating capacity
5
Max towing capacity
100/1000 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2012 Nissan Altima FAQ
The 2012 Nissan Altima is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- SR : 20 MPG City and 27 MPG Highway
- S : 23 MPG City and 32 MPG Highway
- SL : 23 MPG City and 32 MPG Highway
- Base : 23 MPG City and 32 MPG Highway
The Nissan Altima received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks the Nissan Altima as 13 out of 28 among Midsize Car
The 2012 Nissan Altima has received an average 4.6 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2012 Nissan Altima, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2012 Nissan Altima Reviews.
The 2012 Nissan Altima has a maximum towing capacity of 1000 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2012 Nissan Altima:
- Sync System
- AM/FM Stereo
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