2024 Nissan Altima in Allentown, PA

The 2024 Nissan Altima is a midsize sedan with a lot more space and punch than you might expect for its budget-friendly starting price. At each of its four trim levels — S, SV, SR, and SL — ranging from $25,730-$32,430 (excluding the destination charge), the Altima brings great value to drivers seeking practicality, modern features, and an enjoyable experience behind the wheel.

Performance and handling

Most new Altima sedans are powered by a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that produces up to 188 horsepower and 180 lb-ft of torque, and all models use a continuously variable transmission to send power to either the front wheels or all four. These earn an estimated 27 mpg in the city and 39 mpg on the highway,[1] making the Altima ideal for highway cruising.

However, if you’re seeking to balance commuting necessity with driving fun, you’ll want to spring for the Altima SR VC-Turbo, which cranks out 248 hp and 273 lb-ft when sipping on premium fuel, and uses a sportier suspension to enhance handling and cornering. This version of the car can accelerate from 0-60 mph in under six seconds, in part thanks to the Intelligent All-Wheel Drive system. Throw in the available paddle shifters and the Altima becomes not just another vehicle to take you from A to B — but one that will make you think about taking a detour to C just for the fun of it.

Infotainment and connectivity

The Altima S features a standard 8-inch touch-screen with Apple CarPlay^® and Android Auto™ connectivity, but tech-savvy customers will see a lot of value in upgrading to the SR or SL trim. That’s because they feature a much larger, standard 12.3-inch display bundled with Wi-Fi hotspot capability, wireless device charging, built-in navigation, and a wireless implementation of CarPlay. This touch screen is also offered as an option on the SV, making it available across most of the lineup. Even better, the Altima SV, SR, and SL also feature a standard 7-inch Drive-Assist™ digital driver information display, adding a touch of upscale class that further establishes the car’s value.

Exterior and interior design

The 2024 Nissan Altima is a handsomely designed sedan with strong character lines and confident stance. Riding on striking 17-inch multi-spoke wheels, it’s also offered with a wide range of evocative paint colors, such as Scarlet Ember Tintcoat, Deep Blue Pearl, and Garnet Pearl Metallic. Inside, the design is just as remarkable: faux carbon fiber trim and a flat-bottomed steering wheel, for instance, give the Altima SV a surprisingly sporty feel.

Not just good-looking, the Altima is ergonomically pleasing, not to mention practical. Switches and knobs are all well within reach, deep door pockets, and spacious in-cabin storage. Front-seat comfort is particularly noteworthy. Multiple adjustments, leather trim, heating, and massive hip, shoulder, and leg room (43.8 inches) make it exceptionally easy to get comfy. There’s lots of room in the trunk, too: 15.4 cubic feet behind the rear seats, which is higher than the Toyota bestseller in the same segment.

Driver assistance

Every new Altima is equipped with Nissan Safety Shield^® 360, a high-tech suite of driver assistance systems. It includes front and rear automatic emergency braking, automatic high beams, blind spot monitoring, and lane keeping assistance. There are additional goodies worth investigating as well, such as the Intelligent Around View Monitor that creates a virtual composite 360-degree view around the car, and ProPILOT Assist, a semi-autonomous driving feature that can make you feel like you’re driving a car many times the price of the Altima.

Interested in the 2024 Nissan Altima? Make sure to visit the Rothrock Motors dealership in Allentown, Pennsylvania, to learn more about its features and capabilities!

[1] 2024 EPA Fuel Economy Estimates. 27 City MPG / 39 Highway MPG / 32 Combined MPG for Altima® S, SV FWD. 27 City MPG / 37 Highway MPG / 31 Combined MPG for Altima® SR, SL FWD. 26 City MPG / 36 Highway MPG / 30 Combined MPG for Altima® SV, SR, SL AWD. 25 City MPG / 34 Highway MPG / 29 Combined MPG for Altima® SR FWD VC-Turbo. Fuel economy estimates based on 87-octane fuel. Actual mileage may vary with driving conditions. Use for comparison only.