Used 2012 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT) Consumer Reviews
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good bang for the buck
dmihailescu, Warren, NJ, 10/10/2012
Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
responsive and fun to drive. The interior looks a little outdated nowadays. Easy to use controls. Good deal if you get the end of year rebates.
Very disappointing car
boothill42, Farmville, NC, 04/27/2013
Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
The performance was lackluster. The 4-cylinder 2.5L had to be pushed hard to keep up with traffic, especially on the hills. The engine was noisy, too. Mileage was good when on flat terrain and when really taking it easy, but because the engine was so under-powered I only averaged 21 MPG. The seats had good bolsters, but the cushions were too hard to get comfortable, especially on long drives, and one slid on the seat under hard cornering. The cloth material was nice and did not get too hot or too cold. The head restraints are horrible and put the neck at an uncomfortable angle. The handling was good, but the ride was too harsh to make it a comfortable car for the family.
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Our second Altima
W Lawrence, Cumming, GA, 09/19/2016
updated 03/19/2017
Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
So far, this has been a very good car. We have had zero problems with it and it is fun to drive. We have had dealer maintenance on it from the beginning, substantially following the Nissan manual recommendations. The driver position is very comfortable (power seat) and I have driven it on long trips very comfortably. The front passenger seat (not power), however, is not comfortable for long trips. It is set too low and my wife finds it very hard on her back. Overall I really enjoy this car and plan to drive it for a long time to come. UPDATE 2017: My overall opinion still hasn't changed. I would only add that there is to much road noise at highway speeds. Otherwise no complaints except as noted. So far this car has been very reliable.
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Nissan is Reliable
b4nissan, Holland, OH, 12/18/2011
Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
This is my second Nissan Altima. My previous Nissan was a 2002 Altima - 127,000 miles only replaced tires and battery in 10 years! Fabulous car, best I've owned so had to buy another Nissan Altima. This one is great as well. I like the exterior, absolutely LOVE LOVE LOVE the keyless entry and keyless start! This is wonderful. The mileage will improve with time. Nicer, quieter ride than my 2002 and takes those bumps and potholes really well!! My only complaint would be the interior is boring. After looking at GM cars, GM knows how to do interiors. Nissan doesn't. Boring boring boring. But reliability counts for alot. Reliability trumps interior!!
Good in concept, mediocre in execution
ssbrookhaven65, Lewistown, PA, 11/24/2013
Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
8 of 11 people found this review helpful
The Altima 2.5S is, in my opinion and experience, not worth the price. You can purchase much more for your money by purchasing an Accord, Fusion, or a Mazda 6. I had purchased the Altima brand new for 24,500. For a few grand more, I could've had a fully loaded Accord Coupe with blue tooth, navigation, and a rear back-up camera. My Altima has no premium options that are available on cars even a few years older than it (such as my former 2007 Honda Accord EX-L). The 2.5S produces adequate torque for normal acceleration. I have timed my Altima from 0-60 in the 7.2-8.1 range on various occasions. My gas mileage figures do not come close to the quoted EPA estimates. I only average 21 MGP overall.