A Week With: 2023 Nissan Altima SR – The Detroit Bureau

Lots of motorists are just not impressed by flashy cars.  

Ever since Henry Ford set the automotive world on its ear with the Model T more than a century ago, car dealers across United States have made a comfortable living selling dependable, affordable vehicles capable of getting from one point to another with a minimum of fuss.  

Even with car business heading for a once-in-a-lifetime transition, passenger cars such as the Nissan Altima are still popular with significant slice of consumers, and it is not because the Altima is a boring vehicle.

Overview

The 2023 Altima SR is quick, powerful and with a smooth ride. Overall, the vehicle is smartly designed both inside and out. The SR trim level is very well equipped with a full array of driver assistance features and connectivity. 

The clever packaging and the smart design make it a worthy competitor of traditional rivals in the midsized segment such as the Toyota Camry, Honda Accord and Hyundai Sonata, all of which get routinely get high marks from satisfied customers.

Exterior

The low-slung 2023 Altima is sleek and looks as if it could knife through the air with its sharp lines, sleek roof line, which bends back to rear of the vehicle, which serves to the underscores its clean profile.

The exterior design also features an aggressive face, which features a bold grille and large, stylized air for openings on the engine and the brakes on the front wheels. The appearance is finished with stylized wheels, which flash in the sunlight, which complete the overall visual impact of the exterior design.

Interior

The Altima is surprisingly spacious and comfortable both on longer drives and while running errands. The cabin is also well furnished with a nice mixture of texture and materials the create a luxurious ambience around the driver, while making room for storage and easy-to-access cupholders.

The technology is nicely integrated into the Nissan, starting with the 12.3-inch color touch screen in the center stack for the entertainment and navigation systems. The cabin is also quiet enough for the Bose audio system to work effectively. The lighting scheme for night driving is well-modulated, making the gauges easy to read without distracting or impairing the vision of the driver. The design of the Altima also enhances the visibility from the driver’s seat.

Powertrain

The 2023 Altima SR is equipped with 2.0-liter, turbocharged, inline 4-cylinder engine, which is matched up to a Xtronic CVT transmission. The front-wheel drive Altima comes with paddle shifters for driver’s looking to control their shifts as well as an electronic suspension and electronic parking brake. 

This version of the internal combustion engine produces 237 horsepower and 267 pound-feet of torque. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has given the 2023 Altima SR a combined fuel-economy rating of 29 mpg, including 25 mpg in the city and 34 mpg on the highway.

Safety and Technology

The Nissan Altima is equipped advanced front- and side-impact airbags, knee airbags for the driver and passenger and automatic front and rear brakes. It also has rear cross traffic alert, active blind-spot detection, lane-keeping assistance, and parking assistance with rear-view camera. 

The vehicle also comes with wireless charging, satellite radio, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and Bose sound system. Blind-spot alert, lane-departure warning, high-beam assistance and surround view camera are also part of the package. It also comes with Nissan connected services and wi-fi hotspot, two USB ports in the front seat, and two rear-seat charging ports.

Driving Impressions

For a car with a rather bland reputation, the on-road performance of the Altima was excellent. It has a favorable power-to-weight ratio ample kick while passing or moving from a standing start. The sporty suspension on the Altima SR lines up well with performance, giving the car a solid feel over different road surfaces and it hugs the road going around curves. It also accurate steering and nice solid brakes. 

With coming of electric vehicles, the discussion around fuel economy has shifted dramatically. But for a car with a mid-sized car with an internal combustion engine the Altima deliver good if not great performance.

2023 Nissan Altima SR Specifications

Dimension	Dimensions: L: 192.9 inches/W: 72.9 inches/H: 56.7 inches/Wheelbase: 111.2 inches
Weight	3,460 pounds
Powertrain	2.0-liter inline-4; CVT automatic transmission
Fuel Economy	25 mpg city/34 mpg highway/29 mpg combined
Performance Specs	237 horsepower and 267 pound-feet of torque
Price	Base price: $21,490; As tested: $37,060 including $1,095 destination charge
On-Sale Date	Available now

Wrap Up

The Altima, which has undergone a major makeover recently, is still a modest car. But it is also generally a good value. It can handle every day commuting and has room for passengers and luggage. It also does well on long road trips and the version of the Altima that I drove also came with a full array of the latest safety and connectivity features. 

The $37,000 price tag underscores the rapid increase for new cars that has overtaken the automotive industry since the pandemic. However, the sticker price on the 2023 Altima represents the new normal across the industry and is also a solid vehicle.

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