Used 2017 Nissan Altima 2.5 SR Sedan Review
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Edmunds Summary Review of the 2017 Nissan Altima 2.5 SR Sedan
Pros & Cons
- Pro:Engines and transmissions deliver strong acceleration and quick responses
- Pro:Excellent fuel economy for a sedan of its size
- Pro:Front seats are some of the most comfortable in the class
- Con:Interior design and materials lack the high-quality look and feel of some competitors
- Con:Technology interface is beginning to show it age
- Con:More road and engine noise than is typical for the class
Full Edmunds Review: 2017 Nissan Altima Sedan
Driving
Nissan has done well historically with continuously variable transmissions (CVT), and the Altima continues that tradition. The CVT is more responsive when you press on the gas pedal compared to its competitors, and the simulated stepped gears reduce some of the engine drone that others suffer from. Still, drivers of an Altima 2.5 will feel the need to floor the pedal to get up to highway speeds confidently, and it will seem overly noisy and loud in the process.
The Altima used to hold a handling edge over other family sedans, but recent redesigns to its class rivals have eroded that advantage. It remains composed and predictable on a winding road, but the overall ride quality is slightly less refined over rough pavement. Like many things about the 2017 Nissan Altima, it neither excels nor fails.
Interior
The Altima's interior design and quality of materials are average, but its infotainment system falls short of the class leaders. The standard 5-inch display is small and difficult to read at a glance; the 7-inch upgrade is easier to read but less intuitive than competitive systems. The low positioning of the screen also makes it hard to see.
One bright spot in the cabin is the design of the front seats that makes them some of the best in the class when it comes to long-distance comfort. Rear seats provide enough head- and legroom for the average adult and feature an elevated seat cushion for better forward visibility. Despite an increase in sound insulation with last year's model, road and engine noise can still be intrusive.
Trunk space is about average for the class at 15.4 cubic feet, but the Altima scores additional points for the wide and low opening. There's also plenty of storage for your personal items in the cabin.
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