The 2017 Nissan Altima will Give You The Comfort You Want in a Sedan
The Nissan Altima is a perennial favorite of many Nissan admirers. Nissan sedans are synonymous with comfort and luxury and the 2017 Altima is taking Nissan’s name forward in this line. The 2017 Nissan Altima is an impressive vehicle, definitely a standout among many other new cars for sale.
Its intricately designed interior, driver-centric cockpit, beyond comfortable seating, dual zone climate control and many other commendable features make this sedan a top player in terms of comfort. There are many other features that make this Altima so special, NASA inspired Zero gravity seats being one of them.
Overview
Not many changes have been made to the 2017 Nissan Altima. Features such as emergency braking, forward collision warning, and adaptive cruise control, which were present in the 2016 Nissan Altima, are carried ahead by the 2017 Nissan Altima. The engine lineup remains unchanged, which is a plus because the Altima offers some of the highest fuel efficiency figures in the mid-size family sedan class. It continues to be extremely comfortable. Its uniquely designed front and rear seats are sublimely comfortable. While comparing new cars for sale, this Altima should definitely get full marks for comfort.
Core Features
The 2017 Nissan Altima is available in five trim levels — base, S, SR, SV and SL. The base trim consists of 16-inch steel wheels, Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity, and more. The other trims have added features such as cruise control, automatic climate control, heated seats, Bluetooth and audio connectivity, parking sensors, and paddle shifters, to name a few. The sporty SR trim offers features like daytime running lights, fog lights, a sport-tuned suspension and more.
Performance
The 2017 Nissan Altima is available with two engine choices — a 2.5-liter four-cylinder or a 3.5-liter six-cylinder engine. A Continuously Variable Transmission powers the front wheels with 179 HP and 177 pound-feet of torque produced by the four-cylinder engine. The estimated EPA rating is 31 mpg combined (27 city/39 highway). This vehicle can go from zero to 60 mph in around 8 seconds, an average time among the Nissan cars for sale in this class.
Safety
Safety features such as antilock brakes, stability and traction control, and full-length side curtains are standard features in this Altima. A rearview camera is standard in all trims other than the base trim. SV and SL trims have added safety features such as blind spot monitoring, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking and crash mitigation systems. In crash testing, the new Nissan cars for sale of this model earned a five-star rating for overall crash protection, with five stars for both front- and side-impact crash protection and four stars for rollover protection.
Interior
The 2017 Nissan Altima’s front seat designs make them the best in the class when it comes to long distance comfort. There’s plenty of head room and leg room for the average adult and the elevated seat cushions provide better forward visibility. Whether it’s the standard cloth upholstery in the base model or leather upholstery in the higher trim levels, this Altima’s extremely supportive seats maximize comfort for all. Smartphone app integration, a moon roof, six- or nine-speaker sound system and NissanConnect infotainment system with a 7-inch touch screen and navigation are some of the other features of this Altima.
Though the Nissan Altima hasn’t been redesigned in four years, it has been continuing its tradition of providing the utmost comfort to its passengers. It has been refreshed, with more sound insulation that makes the cabin quieter. This Altima is best for families looking for a family car that provides support and peace. If you are not sure about the trim level that will suit you the best, the car dealers in Paris can help you with your decision.
