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Awesome comfort and economy
Tony, 06/02/2018
updated 06/05/2020
2018 Nissan Altima 2.5 SL 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
54 of 56 people found this review helpful
I had to Rent-A-Car I was given Altima sv i was blown away by fuel economy and the comfort was good and very roomy I had the rental 3 weeks and liked it so much I bought a Altima a sl and iam extremely happy I would recommend getting sv or sl because of blind spot monitoring it should be in every car
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A great family car
Craig Wheeler, 05/17/2018
2018 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
50 of 53 people found this review helpful
I have had several in the past, had a KIA, some other cars over the last 45 years. This is not a fancy car, not a sport car, a car you can have for 6 years and go 200000 miles with no problem. Good on trips a comfortable sedan
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Update oct 29 STILL Enjoying the ride
Enjoying the ride, 07/13/2018
updated 10/30/2020
2018 Nissan Altima 2.5 SR 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
29 of 31 people found this review helpful
I’ve owned my 2018 Altima sr midnight edition for a month now so my review is based on that so far everything good nice ride efficient no problems good on gas ...Still going strong 19000 miles later...
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I love my New Altima S
Jeanne Harrison, 06/02/2018
2018 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
27 of 30 people found this review helpful
I bought my first new Nissan in 1987 & have had many new Nissans since...I just traded my 2014 Cayenne Red Altima S & got a beautiful new 2018 Scarlet red Altima S! I love everything about this car! The ride is so smooth & quiet!
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Basic Transportation and Nothing Else
KC, 08/25/2020
2018 Nissan Altima 2.5 SR 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
Performance geared drivers should look elsewhere. With that said, if basic, economical transportation is your goal, the Altima SR is your car. SR is a value package that incorporates features from higher SV and SL trims and includes them on the SR to make it more appealing for those wanting a better equipped car than the S, but without being forced to jump up to the considerably higher priced SV. With the SR trim, there are only packages but no options; the base SR comes with upgraded paint colors, fog lights, 18" brushed aluminum wheels, subtle rear spoiler, paddle shifters, front obstruction collision protection, rear backup camera, front driver's seat with lumbar support, unique seat trim. Interestingly, for this to be the sport oriented Altima, no sunroof is included. A sunroof is a MUST for my next car. Factory radio is weak but the speakers are actually good. In terms of power, the 2.5-liter four-cylinder is sorely lacking, particularly when mated to the standard equipped CVT, which drones when pushed to its limits. Acceleration is poor, so do not expect to navigate passing or merging situations seamlessly. The car knows its limits and will communicate that with you very clearly. It hates being pushed. I do not recommend the 2.5-liter engine for this car. Hold out for the 3.5-liter engine that's good for 270hp if you can find one; the 3.5 was available only for 2016-17 on the SR but the increased horsepower would at least compensate for what you will sacrifice in terms of options in this trim level. Steering feel is unengaged yet gets the job done. With the leather-wrapped steering wheel, your hands will always be comfortable. Nissan seems to have had sporting aspirations for this particular trim level but if that was the goal, it wasn't fully executed. SR trim handles curves fairly well, is smooth on the road, and presents occasional road noise due to large wheels with thin tires. On bumpier roads, you will feel every bump. Paddle shifters are mounted to the steering column but I have found them practically useless since most of my driving is done on the highway. All the time, I'm getting compliments on how beautiful the deep blue pearl car is, especially when the car is clean. I must admit that she cleans up well and has an Infiniti-esque appearance. Having power adjustable seats with lumbar is convenient for my lower back pain, especially during longer drives. Door trim is well fitted and of good quality with soft touch materials as is the dashboard and center armrest. Hard plastic adorns the top of the gauge cluster assembly along with the sides of the shift column. Glove compartment space is ample as are the two storage areas underneath the center armrest, with enough room to store typical sized water bottles and snacks. Additional storage pockets are in the doors. Cupholders are intelligently placed in the doors, front and back, and in the shift column. Additional storage is included in the front and rear of the shift column. Fuel economy is this car's strong suit as I fill up once, occasionally twice a month between fill ups with a minimum of three driving days weekly. I bought this car at a time when I wasn't truly in the market, so I talked the dealer down to the lowest payment I could get since I was compromising on options that I would've preferred, stepping down from an INFINITI G35 Sport. All in all it's a good car and I should be grateful. It's a basic package without all of the current entertainment and safety tech that could malfunction after paying thousands of dollars more than I did on this car. I strongly dislike the lethargic feeling engine and the transmission droning, however, and I read horrible reviews about the CVT, so am always concerned about the longevity though I have a lifetime powertrain warranty. My next purchase, once I'm out of negative equity, I think will be a newer Toyota Avalon that hopefully I can drive for 250k relatively trouble free miles. Remember that the Altima is not designed for driving excitement or style, it's all about functionality and this utilitarian approach will satisfy most consumers not expecting anything more.
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Drove from Michigan to Arizona
Chris D, 03/06/2019
2018 Nissan Altima 2.5 SL 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
18 of 20 people found this review helpful
This was an extremely great purchase for me. I got my 2018 Altima in November of 2018. It had 6,000 mile on it. I was some what pleased with it. It grew on me over the next few months. I totally fell in love with it when I took a job in Phoenix, AZ. I was living in Southfield, MI and was relocating to Arizona. My nephew and I decided to drive my Nissan from Michigan all the way to Phoenix, AZ. This car was AWESOME. We only filled up 4 times, 4 times and we drove straight through, we did not stop to sleep along the way. I am forever a Nissan customer now. I loved the ride and how it handled. This was, by far, one of the best cars I have ever owned. Thank you Nissan and I will be purchasing more Nissan products in the future.
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Love my Altima SR, will buy again for sure
WB, 03/10/2019
updated 09/15/2022
2018 Nissan Altima 2.5 SR 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
11 of 12 people found this review helpful
I have 79,500 miles on my Altima purchased new in July 2018 have taken several long trip drives and love the gas mileage and how the car drives. NO repairs what so ever just oil changes every 7,500 miles and new tires.
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don't cry about the rain or the snow
David Watson, 11/26/2018
2018 Nissan Altima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
29 of 35 people found this review helpful
Just drove a 2018 Nissan Altima all the way from Las Vegas Nevada to Missouri through winter storm Bruce the traction control work excellent over the mountain passes in Colorado on ice packed snow roads following that we had another 500 miles or so of ice pack roads through Kansas and into Missouri all y'all saying that your cars don't work good in the snow is because you can't drive in the snow every time we started to slide the traction control would take over and we would even out learn how to drive your car if you give before you give it a bad review.
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$4500 Transmission bill
DrJeff, 08/05/2021
2018 Nissan Altima 2.5 SL 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
16 of 20 people found this review helpful
I purchased a 2018 Altima. It was my 3rd and final Nissan purchase for my family. How can a 3 year old car need a new transmission? Nissan consumer affairs was USELESS! Do not buy Nissan!
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Very Nice, Reliable Vehicle at a Great Price!
Darlene A., 09/06/2018
2018 Nissan Altima 2.5 SL 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
14 of 18 people found this review helpful
This is our fifth Nissan Altima...obviously we are very pleased with the car! After retirement, we switched from the more expensive Maxima to the Altima as our family car. Compared to other vehicles similarly equipped, from other manufacturers, the Altima was the best priced. I know from 10+ years of driving these Altimas that they are reliable (I haven't had any mechanical issues with any of them!), get above-average gas mileage, and offer a very enjoyable driving/riding experience! I will definitely continue to buy Nissan vehicles, specifically the Altima!
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I feel that my Altima SV is overall a great car
KLinCNJ, 07/19/2018
2018 Nissan Altima 2.5 SR 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
8 of 10 people found this review helpful
I have had no issues with this car. If I had to complain about anything, it would be that the CVT transmission is a little loud when I speed up. It is minor to me.
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Nissan Altima.Silent friend has a family's back !
Alanna P Crespo, 11/10/2018
2018 Nissan Altima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
8 of 11 people found this review helpful
The Nissan Altima .This Vehicle has it all. I was impress. It has a remote starting for your convience.It has zero Gravity 8 way comfortable seat's.Grandpa's Altima has a powered moon roof to stay cool in summer's.It looks awesome too..Because of the torque curve it allows more power and cut's corners with ease.Grandpa's Altima. Has intelligent climate control.between the comfort of the chair's soothing music. It's a good thing it has a Blind spot monitors on the sides and back of the car.We went to Alabama. I was shocked. It had Bluetooth ,Radar for those of us ah,ah, who like to speed ,a bit when pop's is sleeping.You understand.The Audio's so clear the function's had a surprise for me.I always get lost.Grandpa say's put, the address to were we are going .The navigator will tell you every step.I said,Really.OOOh Yeah, navigator. Thank God it's hard to read a map and drive.It told me every step .No one could believe .I wasn't lost a week again.I have bad sense of direction.The first time.I drove out of town with out the stress of getting lost.Thank God for the multi functions of the Altima.It has many radio station .Get this! On Star.You can talk and drive. I never had to take your hands of the wheel.Classy oh ,Yeah You can program this vehicle .Turn it on ask The On Star ? who you want to call , The On Star does the dialing. unreal.You can do anything and everything in the Altima.Make it a home away from home it spaciouse enough.So comfortable you'll enjoy the ride the colors of the interior.Knowing your driving The latest car,That's not just a car,but a car with Artificial intelligence.That car's never had In the past century. I have lived 54 years.I'm telling you when I can Afford a car as nice as My Grand father's I'll buy it,But for now.I have the pleasure of driving around in his Altima.
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Sporty and Sleek, stops on a dime.
Sheri Morgan, 11/02/2018
2018 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
This is my second Nissan Altima. In 2006 a wreckless driver hit my 2000 Nissan Altima driver's side at 55mph on I85 and totaled my car and smashed my door to not being able to open it, but I had no injury, the driver's cage surround is safe. My 2018 I love! It really drives like a sports car, is zippy accelerating going up mountain roads, handles corners tight and stops on a dime as I discovered this week when a driver came around a blind mountain curve and was hogging the whole road! I didn't get all wheel drive as I am retired and don't drive in snow or ice or heavy rain. It's the other driver I don't want to drive near in bad weather. Love my car!
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Great Value!
Bryan, 09/26/2018
2018 Nissan Altima 2.5 SR 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful
Awesome car! I can’t be more amazed by the speed, safety and comfortability it has.
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Best car purchase I have ever made!
Donna MacKenzie, 02/16/2019
2018 Nissan Altima 2.5 SR 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful
I love this car. It is not only sporty looking but it's also luxurious and very comfortable. This car is exactly what I was looking for.
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not that great and not what I expected
G. Sawma, 09/28/2018
updated 03/28/2019
2018 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
13 of 21 people found this review helpful
I expected the ride to be more comfortable,because I had leased an Altima last year and it was fine and comfortable . Totally disappointed and I may not keep the care for that long if the comfort level and the ride comfortness does not get any better.
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Love Love Love
Bobbi, 08/03/2018
2018 Nissan Altima 2.5 SR 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
6 of 9 people found this review helpful
Traded my 2014 Pathfinder for the 2018 Altima SR midnight edition. I absolutely love my Altima.
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DO NOT BUY A NISSAN!
LP, 06/02/2018
2018 Nissan Altima 2.5 SR 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
30 of 55 people found this review helpful
DO NOT BUY THIS VEHICLE! Spend the couple extra thousand dollars to buy a Sonata, Accord, or Camry. The transmission is horrible. I have spent more time at the dealership trying to figure out the problem than I have actually driving it! They put a recording device on my car after they couldn't find the problem, and the problem stopped. Come to find out, the device is made by the same company that manufactures the transmission! I think that device actually fixed the problem. As soon as it was taken off, the problems started again. Not only that, when you press the brakes, the car does some type of rolling thing before it actually stops. It is hard to explain. It does not stop like a regular car. The only thing good about this car is the gas mileage. They lose their value so bad that you will be upside down until you almost pay it off. Skip Nissan alltogether.
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Great car with excellent service
Blake Younger , 04/20/2022
updated 10/27/2023
2018 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
For 30 years, I only buy Nissan cars because I want dependability first. Haven't been disappointed yet.
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Worse car ever
Rackson99, 03/25/2020
2018 Nissan Altima 2.5 SV 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
9 of 16 people found this review helpful
I drove one of these as a rental car with less than 5,000 miles on it and the transmission was already clunking and making a buzzing sound when accelerating. Engine has decent power but the transmission is garbage (like all nissans). The interior isn’t horrible but nothing compared to a Toyota or Honda. It drives like an older car in terms of handling. I recommend you stay away from these cars. DO NOT BUY NISSANS!!!!! Save yourself time and money in the long run. Buy a Toyota or Honda
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I Wouldn't Buy One
Anthony, 07/09/2018
2018 Nissan Altima 2.5 SV 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
19 of 36 people found this review helpful
This car may be good looking but it's a "sheep in wolf's clothing". Recently I rented this car because Altimas always had a very nice look to them. My first impressions - gutless, bulky and with the cheap run-flat tires was noisy and all over the road. It's handling was "boat like" and the automatic transmission left alot to be desired. Before you considering buying one, rent one and decide for yourself. I was less than impressed with it.
TO LOW TO GO!!!!!!
Johnny Williams, 06/25/2018
2018 Nissan Altima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
15 of 30 people found this review helpful
This car is so low to ground that the under carriage is unprotected and will cause scraping and repair of the plastic guard. a disaster for winter driving!!!!!
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How great it is to have my car
Rochelle Williams, 09/10/2018
2018 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
5 of 9 people found this review helpful
I want everyone to know how much I love my car this is the best thing I ever did in my life and I love it I love it 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍
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Absolutely AWFUL
Amsknr, 12/30/2018
2018 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
16 of 33 people found this review helpful
This is the first and last Nissan I have owned. The car stinks after driving it 10 minutes like burnt plastic, it has shut off while driving it causing me to stall in oncoming traffic. The sensor for an obstruction in front of you goes off all the time for no reason. Can not shut off features like automatic locks or the low outside temp at 36°. Problems with the windshield. Getting the car to a Nissan dealership requires me to use vacation time. The closest dealership with service is an hour away and only open normal business hours and service is not open on saturdays.
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Nope. Not again.
Dave, 12/10/2018
updated 06/10/2019
2018 Nissan Altima 2.5 SL 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
14 of 29 people found this review helpful
I had a 2009 Altima. I loved it. Very comfortable and great interior quality. When a deer got depressed and decided to commit suicide on the interstate there wasn’t much of a question as to what car we were getting. We’ve both regretted it nearly every day since. First problem is the “leather” interior is anything but leather. It’s cheap crap. The whole interior feels cheap and plastic unlike the older car. The second gripe is the headlights. I absolutely despise them. Doesn’t matter how they’re adjusted. If you’re in any kind of uneven road it looks to the oncoming traffic like you’re flashing your high beams because of the projector lenses. Get used to people flashing their lights and getting angry. Also unlike the old car we’ve had mechanical issues. I also despise the dealer. In general, I hate this car and have no desire to ever buy anothe Altima.
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Poor Mileage
Mike, 07/14/2018
2018 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
8 of 16 people found this review helpful
I got new 2017 purchased in dec 2017. It’s been 7800 miles and the mileage is not even 31 on highways in local I am getting 25. They advertised as 28/38
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Have had over a year now
S. Hustin, 04/05/2021
updated 04/10/2024
2018 Nissan Altima 2.5 SL 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Now that I have had it over a year, not as impressed as I was. It's too big of a car for me - I was talked into it. Hard to turn into my driveway and carport. Just really don't care for it. Would rather have a lower mileage, older car - say, a Kia Optima and I always prefer a stick shift. This place didn't have them so I had to get automatic.
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Nissan Altima 2018
Tony Nguyen , 10/20/2021
2018 Nissan Altima 2.5 SV 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Good car, price is reasonable
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Coasted in to cool!
Mark V., 08/31/2018
2018 Nissan Altima 2.5 SR 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
3 of 6 people found this review helpful
SR is super sharp. I coasted into the dealership as my van broke down. My new SR was just waiting for me. Added heated seats easily as after market. Drove off into the sunset. Super happy!
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Just don’t buy it
Nepa, 07/29/2018
2018 Nissan Altima 2.5 SR 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
10 of 27 people found this review helpful
I come here looking for reviews after I bought the stupid car.,the worst car ever if the road is not smooth the car makes some loud noise that is driving me crazy. I have owned Mercedes, ford , pontiac, bmw,chevy qnd mitsubishi, and this car is the worst Stay way from Nissan.
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Nope!!! Not impressed by this nissan.
Amber, 11/19/2019
2018 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
3 of 8 people found this review helpful
I am not new to Nissan. I have always loved Nissan's... Then I went and did a dumb thing and bought this 2018 Altima and OMG... I am SOOOOO mad at myself... Seats are frustratingly uncomfortable..20 miles in and my feet are numb and my back hurts. steering and handling is so poor that I swore up and down the struts or rack n pinion is bad... IT'S NOT. The ride is rough and loud... witch you should be able to cover the road noise by turning on the stereo but unfortunately Nissan has left a lot there too be desired as well... sound system is horrid. Majorly lacking in the technology category. The car has a SQUISHED down and stretched out look to it and these wheels seem to be too small for the car. The mirrors, rearview and side, all throw some very bright head lights in your face from traffic behind you at night.. I think Nissan must have had a pile of old 80's mirrors laying around somewhere and used them on these Altimas. The price is not great either. Big enough price tag that Nissan could have thrown us a bone with a little meat on it. The breaks dont stop the car right and they started to SQUEAL 2 days in. It puts itself in hill assist mode when on flat ground, the front radar constantly beeps at you and then says its unavailable because it's obstructed. The entire inside of the car lights up RED when you turn on the lights except for the speedometer area. Why red? It also is equipped with manual mode but no easy to shift... leave the manual mode out. Why do we have to pay for that if it can't be used. Roomy inside, big trunk, remote start... are all the good things..
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Under 50,000 miles
AJ, 09/07/2021
2018 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Great car I love this car!! Nothing wrong with it at all. Bluetooth, camera, power everything.
altima sr sp edition
james moss, 02/16/2023
2018 Nissan Altima 2.5 SR 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
it is nice comfortable car------leather ---navigation--heated seats----sr sp ed. 31k white near mint cond
2018 Altima 's An Ultimate Drive
CJ, 05/18/2023
2018 Nissan Altima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Based on features, my Altima is the ultimate driving enjoyment. I have almost every gadget a car of that year could have to make it a fun ride. On cold days, the heated steering wheel and seats keep you warm as the heater and defroster roast you out. AC works well as the heater. radio systems work well also. I enjoy the pickup power that the engine provides as well as how well it responds. I was able to avoid a serious accident as a result of how it responded to the serious situation. I am well pleased with the body style, the handling and performance of the car.
8 months ----- OMG
Bob C, 11/16/2018
2018 Nissan Altima 2.5 SR 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
4 of 13 people found this review helpful
I have just picked up my car at a convenience store; I had to leave it over night because I could not drive it home at 3pm due to snow fall. It could not make it over small hills on township roadways. The same roads my Nissan 2014 Altima made with "no" problems. I have larger wheels the curb weight is 100 pounds heavier. The car has less than 7,000 miles so the tires "should' be fine. This experience last night in eastern Pa makes me question, why I bought another Altima!!!! I'm thinking about getting out of the lease.......... It should be stated that it gets great long road mileage - to Erie PA 38.1 mpg. Now that was perfect but snow just not built for it.........next lease getting SUV!
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If you dont read any thing else, please read this,
Me, 05/08/2018
2018 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
14 of 50 people found this review helpful
Sit in the front seat, i am 77 and bought many new cars with out trying them out, my mistake with this altama.my back hurts so bad from the very very poor quality, it has to be the worst , of all worst. Do i need to say any more.
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I love my car, HATE to drive it.
Lily Smith, 11/18/2018
2018 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
4 of 14 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2016 Nissan Altima about a year ago with 30k miles already on it. It’s a beautiful sleek looking car on the inside and out. Fuel economy is excellent and I feel safe and protected. HOWEVER, I drive a LOT, I have already put 30k miles on my car in a year so I can say with confidence that the driver seat has ZERO lumbar (lower back) support. I have to ice and heat my back after any extended period of driving. So uncomfortable after about 30 minutes. Road trips are misery. I’m only a 21 year old, with this major of back pain from this car is ridiculous. If this design flaw is fixed then I would have zero complaints about this car.
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Bob In NY, 07/06/2019
2018 Nissan Altima 2.5 SR 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
3 of 11 people found this review helpful
Wow. This thing is horrible. Too low to the ground. Feels dangerous to look at only large bumpers at your head height. Rides very bumpy and does not damp out any vibrations. Never had a Nissan but after this experience, I never will consider one an option.
2018 Nissan Altima Transmission problems
Shahed Hossain, 06/02/2023
2018 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have a 2018 Nissan Altima which i bought from a small car dealership in Dallas.It ran trouble free for 2 years and currently with 65K miles on it, check engine light comes on P0500 Vehicle Speed Sen A and P1574 ASCD VHL Speed SEN. The symptoms being when pressing the gas, RPM and engine noise goes up, but pick up/acceleration non-responsive (or less than it used to be). It obviously has to do with automatic transmission. Taking the car to small repair shop, they initially thought it could be the ABS and speed sensor, but then found metal shavings in transmission oil and basically threw me the cross sign- just told me to pick up the car and nothing they can do. They also told me that this car is well known for this kind of transmission issue and to do some online research. I was taken aback to say the least. I took it to Courtesy Nissan in Richardson, TX. It was very nice and swanky place. The person told me initially that the diagnostic charge would be $150. Then as I explained the symptoms and commented it could be tied to the transmission.he immediately said - "Diagnostic for transmission is $200". I agreed to that..I'd rather get a complete written diagnostic from a dealer associated with Nissan manufacturer. The same day I got an automated text message (some kind of boilerplate standard template they use)- with an 8 point "review the inspection and approve the recommendations". mostly useless items. With one that needed immediate attention tied to the check engine light TDIAG: TRANSMISSION CONCERN. FOUND EVIDENCE OF RODENT DAMAGE. NECESSARY TO DO PIN-POINT TESTING OF ELECTRICAL CIRCUITS TO DETERMINE RODENT DAMAGE $522.05. Basically their boilerplate whenever they find this kind of check engine code, they're going to attribute rodent and won't go further until you pay the additional charges. Now a) I maintain a clean house in a good neighborhood with pest control and no rodents. b) I am an electrical engineer and been in the industry and i know frayed wiring (if true) in this case is likely due to Nissan cost cutting - using substandard insulation shielding and not following standard best practices of wiring safety. A rodent in this case is a convenient excuse here to get additional diagnostic charge. But the bigger issue it could be systemic problem with the transmission of this make/model. I have agreed to pay the extra "rodent charge" to see what other pest charges they will throw on next before really give the root cause and actual repair charges.
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WORSE CAR I EVER HAD
Pissed off buyer, 02/10/2019
2018 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
6 of 25 people found this review helpful
The cvt transmission is poor... The back door handle breaks transmission failed in 2 years DO NOT BUY A NISSAN ALTIMA BETWEEN THE YEAR OF 2012 TO 2016 ... DONT BUY ONE AT ALL