Full Description: Comfortable sporty and sophisticated the 2018 Nissan Altima has been improved with new safety technology and features. Every new Nissan Altima now comes with standard Automatic Emergency Braking and Forward Collision Warning. A popular family sedan the Altima sedan is available in four trim levels and unlike many competitors Nissan offers a choice between a fuel-efficient 4-cylinder and a potent V6. Prices start around $24000 for an Altima 2.5 S with the standard 179-horsepower 2.5-liter engine but the 2.5 SR model adds a significant list of features and performance for just $1000 more. Prices climb to over $36000 for the V6-powered Altima 3.5 SL. With 270 horsepower its one of the most powerful sedans in the midsize-family-sedan class. Both engines work with a smooth continuously variable automatic transmission. Competitors include the Honda Accord Toyota Camry Ford Fusion Chevy Malibu Hyundai Sonata and Kia Optima. Driving the Used 2018 Nissan AltimaFrom behind the wheel the 2018 Nissan Altima is one of our favorite midsize sedans. Its comfortable with a smooth ride and a quiet interior and it feels solid and substantial. Unlike some of its competition the Altima is also engaging to drive with good steering feel and response although the Ford Fusion and Mazda6 are still more fun to drive. The 2.5 SR trim improves the Altimas handling adding a sport-tuned suspension and 18-inch wheels and tires but it still rides well. The standard 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine is strong with 179 horsepower. Its also refined and works well with the automatic transmission although it can get a bit loud if you rev it past 5000 rpm. The 270-horsepower V6 in the 3.5 SL model delivers excellent acceleration and passing power although its still out-muscled by the 301-horsepower Toyota Camry XSE V6 and the turbocharged 325-horsepower Ford Fusion FeaturesSAFETY SHIELD TECHNOLOGYFor 2018 Automatic Emergency Braking is now standard on all Nissan Altimas. The system first warns the driver of a possible collision. If the driver does not act to avoid the accident the system will apply the brakes for the driver. Intelligent Forward Collision Warning is also standard. Several other active-safety systems are also available including Intelligent Cruise Control and Blind Spot UNDERSTEER CONTROLThis system is standard on all 2018 Nissan Altimas. It improves both the performance and overall safety of the sedan by lightly braking the inside front wheels during cornering which enhances traction and the sedans ability to turn. Its operation in combination with the Altimas traction-control and stability-control systems is completely undetectable by the 2018 Nissan Altima InteriorWhile not as roomy inside as a Honda Accord or Kia Optima the 2018 Nissan Altima is a comfortable place for four adults and its interior is both stylish and sophisticated. Theres plenty of room for five with good legroom in back although headroom is snug in the rear if youre over 6-feet tall. Up front the seats are comfortable for a variety of body shapes whether outfitted in the standard cloth or optional leather. Visibility is excellent and the placement of all controls is intuitive. The Altimas spacious 15.4 cubic feet of trunk space is about average for the class and a 60/40-split fold-down rear seat is 2018 Nissan Altima ExteriorNissans new Altima bears a strong family resemblance to the rest of the companys car line with Nissans familiar V-shaped grille design and sleek headlight housing. Around back the Altimas rear sports an expressive bumper and taillight housings that extend horizontally into the trunk door. The 2.5 SR variant is distinguished with a subtle integrated spoiler. All models feature a pair of chrome exhaust housings for an athletic vibe. Overall well call the Altimas shape handsome and on the conservative end of the sedan spectrum. It may not pop as much as others but the design should hold up well in the years 2018 Nissan Altima Standard FeaturesThe 2018 Nissan Altima is available in five trims from the base 2.5 S to the top-line 3.5 SL. Spring for the least expensive and youll get an automatic transmission (optional on some rivals) and basic amenities like power doors windows and air conditioning along with push-button ignition keyless entry and Bluetooth connectivity. The base audio system is a 4-speaker AM/FM/CD player with auxiliary input but no USB port. We suggest spending the extra money to step up to the Altima 2.5 SR or 2.5 SV which include a power drivers seat and larger alloy wheels. Automatic Emergency Braking and Intelligent Forward Collision Warning are standard on all 2018 Nissan Altima OptionsContinuing to climb through the Nissan Altimas trim levels brings amenities like power front seats leather interior 17- or even 18-inch aluminum-alloy wheels power moonroof and LED headlights. Many extras are bundled into packages and vary by trim. Highlights include a navigation system with upgraded 7-inch touch screen a cold-weather package with heated front seats and steering wheel and technology packages with everything from blind-spot monitoring and dynamic cruise control to Cross Traffic Alert. Audio buffs can delight their ears with a 9-speaker Bose premium sound system. The top 3.5 SL model even includes rear air-conditioning vents and remote 2018 Nissan Altima EngineUnlike many rivals that offer hybrid diesel and various turbocharged gasoline powerplants the Altima keeps it simple with two offerings: a 4-cylinder in 2.5 models and a V6 in the 3.5. Both use a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT). Nissans 2.5-liter is made more efficient thanks to active grille shutters revised engine compression ratio and less internal friction all of which contribute to its nearly 40-mpg highway estimate. V6 models meanwhile still post a respectable 32 mpg and both engines run just fine on regular unleaded to keep operating costs down.* While every reasonable effort is made to ensure the accuracy of this information we are not responsible for any errors or omissions contained on these pages. Please verify any information in question with Midway Auto Group. 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