6 Reasons to Consider the 2022 Nissan Altima

The 2022 Nissan Altima arrives as affordable as ever with more to offer. The mid-size sedan has long been a consumer favorite given its relatively affordable price as well as its performance. Lately, Nissan has been focusing on electric vehicles. The Japanese automaker recently planned to invest billions into its electrification process. With new EVs like the 2023 Nissan Ariya, Nissan is making its presence known in the world of EVs once again after providing one of the first, the Nissan Leaf. This transition hasn’t stopped the automaker from updating its combustion engine vehicles, however.  One of these is the 2022 Nissan Altima which starts at an MSRP of $24,650 (plus destination fee). Here are six reasons why it should still be considered in a wave of EVs.

1) The 2022 Nissan Altima is Fun to Drive

The 2022 Nissan Altima offers two engine choices, a 2.5L naturally aspirated inline-four motor or a 2.0L turbocharged inline-four motor. The 2.5L is capable of 188 horsepower and 180lb-ft of torque while the 2.0L allows 236 horsepower and 267lb-ft of torque. For an impressive driving experience, the turbocharged 2.0L is the way to go. Equipped with a turbocharged engine, the 2022 Altima proves to be highly engaging on the road. The suspension is tuned in a way that allows corners to be taken at a range of speeds. Steering is direct and has good feedback. The independent front and rear suspension also offer less body roll around corners so whether it’s a straight highway or a condensed city, the 2022 Nissan Altima will be engaging and smooth.

2) 2022 Nissan Altima Has Good Fuel economy

Another plus for the 2022 Altima is its fuel efficiency. The midsize sedan gets about 28 mpg in the city and 39 mpg on the highway when equipped with the 2.5L. The turbocharged 2.0L sees 25 mpg in the city and 34 mpg on the highway. If owners decide to go with the all-wheel-drive system rather than front-wheel drive, they will see slightly lower estimates, 26 mpg in the city and 36 mpg on the highway. Either way, the 2022 Altima has about 16.2 gallons of fuel capacity so this is quite impressive regardless of the drivetrain. 

3) The 2022 Altima has Good Standards of Safety

The 2022 Altima arrives with standard safety features like forward-collision alerts, automated emergency braking, and adaptive cruise control. Higher-level trims come equipped with additional features like lane-keep assist, lane-departure warnings, and rear cross-traffic alerts. Along with safety features, the 2022 Altima also features high-quality brakes. The mid-size sedan comes equipped with 4-wheel disc brakes that are paired with an anti-lock braking system and electronic brakeforce distribution. This leads to impressive braking performance that is not only sharp, but also sees little brake fade. 

4) The 2022 Altima has a Nice Interior

Another positive about the 2022 Nissan Altima is its interior. Inside the sedan, owners will note silver accents, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and leather upholstery. Despite the relatively low price, the 2022 Altima comes in feeling more premium and high-end. The sedan also features an 8-inch Nissan Connect infotainment system that’s compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. There’s also a 6-speaker audio system with the option for a 9-speaker Bose system.

5) The 2022 Nissan Altima has Comfortable Ride Quality

The next plus about the 2022 Nissan Altima plays a bit off the previous. Passengers inside the mid-size sedan will note the high level of comfort when driving. This is thanks to the independent front and rear suspension setup. No matter if it’s winding through the city or flying down the highway, those inside the 2022 Altima will hardly feel any of the bumps and grinds of the elements. The neutral suspension system helps to absorb a lot of these bumps that would otherwise be transferred to passengers in other vehicles.  

6) The 2022 Altima has a Nice Exterior

One final positive about the 2022 Nissan Altima is its exterior. The mid-size sedan features an elegant and modern design that gives it a more luxurious appeal. There are six different color options as well as various styling elements that make the Altima even more lavish. The base Altima features a dominant grille design that is complemented by the similarly dominant bumper and hood. LED headlights add to this allure and at the sides, the sedan sees chrome accents. The sedan comes with 19-inch alloy wheels and at the rear, dual exhausts complement a coupe-like roofline. For all that it offers, the 2022 Nissan Altima still proves to be an affordable and viable option.

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