2024 Nissan Altima

The Honda Accord costs more than the Nissan Altima, especially when you compare the two in their sporty trim levels. But we think the Honda's price premium is worth paying. Simply put, the latest Accord is superior to the Altima in nearly every way. Unfortunately, you can't get all-wheel drive with the Honda. But you can get a terrific hybrid powertrain offering good acceleration and impressive fuel economy, and it comes standard in most versions of the Accord.

Our favorite midsize sedan is the Kia K5. In addition to its sleek exterior and stylish interior, the K5 is roomy, comfortable and loaded with impressive technology. Plus, it is priced slightly lower than the Altima and includes a terrific warranty package. Turbocharging is standard, too, so the Kia feels a little more responsive than the Nissan. As with the Altima, you can also get all-wheel drive on a K5. And if you love to drive, the K5 GT makes a bunch more power than the Altima SR VC-Turbo.

Though the Camry hasn't received a complete redesign since 2018, it remains the better midsize sedan when compared to the newer Altima. Aside from its smaller trunk and still polarizing design, the Camry comes in a wider variety of configurations, including both a hybrid powertrain and the segment's last V6 engine option. You can even get the Camry in a sport-tuned TRD trim. It's been a long time since the Altima offered something similar.