2020 Nissan Altima | Back on Top? | TestDriveNow

[@philleidig5835]

My company gives us Altimas as company cars. Have had several. Drive the heck out of them for 3 years (20-30K miles annually) and get new ones. Not my self or any of my colleagues have had one problem out of the ordinary with any iteration we have had. No engine, no CVT and no infotainment problems. And we are talking hundreds of thousands of combined miles. Love my new 19. It is a nice improvement over previous iterations. Just thought id put this out there as there seems to be ALOT of hate for this vehicle for some reason.

[@ryansvloggingit5492]

Like your comment love to get into a sr awd model

[@East17A]

thanks for sharing your thought regarding this matter. I'm one of them people who was irritated by the Nissan poor quality .CVT Transmission and engines problems. hearing this from you in the level of scale . it gives more confident. reconcidring Nissan. they do make a nice looking cars. to my eye this Altima looks way better than Honda Accord and the Toyota Camry. that for sure. CVT is a turn off . but if when i hear more about real world positive experience. with Nissan Vehicles . i definitely want one.. thank you

[@hassana5337]

I don't know why people hate cvt's. I bought this car and it barely makes any engine noise. You get great fuel economy, less engine noise, and great acceleration. No problem driving it on the high way.

[@stevehammes]

Exactly.

[@dre2official925]

Exactly I love it

[@bigcrowfly]

The 360 camera is amazing feature normally available from other manufacturers only on top trim SUVs and super expensive cars and makes you look like an incredibly skilled driver when parking. Once you have used it, you will require it on any future vehicle you own.

[@jameswhiteside1506]

That's a good looking car.

[@onoff314]

These things are actually pretty good for white good motoring. I drove one for two weeks in the US and got 36MPG average on a 2017 model, comfy, not terrible on power and quiet

[@alisadiq7595]

Nice review and nice reviewer 👌

[@DavekayBSC]

Whoever is in charge of infotainment systems at Nissan should've been fired 5 years ago. What they use in Nissans is bad enough - compare this to the new Sonata to see how far behind the times it is, but 2019 Infiniti cabins look like they're from 2009 (and some of them ARE from 2009). It's inexcusable.

[@yordan826]

I think it needs a bigger display at least on the top trim, the new Sonata has the same size display as the Altima on lower trims and 10.25" on the fully loaded which honestly is very nice, but pretty much that's it although sure there is always room for improvement but I try it out myself and is not too bad.

[@simplicityact2839]

Why is the tail light so basic,, come on Nissan, put some LED in the tail light ,

[@WIGGYDON1]

I'm an accord driver but I do like all the choices in this segment not a bad car in sight, maybe the VW Passat? But I like that too so 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@mfmf100]

WIGGYDON1 would be nice if the euro Passat was available.

[@WIGGYDON1]

@@mfmf100 yeah I know but it's really hard to pick one in the segment I only picked my 2.0 accord because my family is a Honda family but you can't go wrong with Camry,Sonata, Altima, fusion, legacy, Mazda 6, Chrysler200C, Malibu.....l like them all.

[@darkangelhatesyou]

I love my 2020 Nissan Altima

[@stevehammes]

Nice! Do you have the VC turbo?

[@sharvan456]

Very interesting observations on the engine and powertrain,a combination other reviews have loathed ever since it's launched. Like you said it won't beat the Accord 2.0T but a test drive of both will definitely seal the deal for me.

[@stevehammes]

Other reviewers loathe it because it’s not cool to do anything but bash CVT cars.

[@robertmorris5938]

I bought a '19 Altima SL as replacement for a '13 Ford Fusion. The Altima's naturally aspirated 2.5L is gutless compared to the Ford's 2.0L Ecoboost; but the Nissan has enough power to get the job done while delivering outstanding fuel economy. I never achieved 24 mpg with the Ford, no matter how I babied that car. With the Altima, 40 mpg is easy - and 45 mpg is achievable on longer trips. The Altima is quieter and far more comfortable than my Fusion. I miss the spirited acceleration of the Fusion Ecoboost, but for all other reasons that count, am very happy with the Altima.

[@97I30T]

Definitely a huge improvement over the not so great 2013-2018 generation. This new body style makes the previous generation look incredibly frumpy.

[@travelseatsyellowlab]

I like my 2018's looks.

[@T16-s5o]

I like the 2018 SL

[@ThePlaydohWarrior]

What's the issue with the Bose system? That's one of the reasons I'm looking at the Altima. lol

[@mohammedalomari1998]

Thanks. I plan to buy one. Which is more smooth Altima or other competitors like Accord or sonata? Kind regards

[@travelseatsyellowlab]

Currently, I have a 2018 SR, it's stylish and comfortable but lacks the technology of the '19 SR. I'm scared of my current car with its CVT and am afraid of a new one.

[@rafftime9831]

The only problem I have with Nissan is the unreliable CVT transmission and it would be nice to get a proper transmission

[@mitchlu]

I have a '16 Maxima with 72K miles, not one issue; change the CVT fluid @60K miles and you will greatly reduce your worries (as the friction modifiers in the fluid get depleted) . Pulls like a train. Take it from a mechanical engineer.

[@omarcarnegie7614]

no CVT for me

[@rafftime9831]

mitchlu ... it’s a different CVT Nissan use in the maxima but in the Altima it’s crap

[@GA08GT478]

This review reminded me why I chose my Accord 2.0T Touring.

[@martinsimmons8921]

GA08GT I have the 2019 Accord 2.0 Touring as well, car is fantastic !!

[@PANTALLIDETH94]

Still would rather the 3.5 tbh and the last gen bodystyle

[@miguelircontar]

Glad to know with their oil dilution

[@GclcG]

Like the Altima it's more rare than the accord.

[@jdm1039]

GAO8GT - We are so proud of you.

[@JOHNch4.v.v.7to10]

How can a car that's never been "on top" ever get back there?

[@stevehammes]

4th gen was a great car that catapulted Nissan into the big time.

[@campkira]

hence, Camry or accord... who can beat that?

[@JOHNch4.v.v.7to10]

@@stevehammes ...yeah, but it never topped Accord or Camry.

[@T16-s5o]

@@JOHNch4.v.v.7to10 IN 2015 ALTIMA OUTSOLD THE ACCORD.

[@adrianharvey3511]

I think Nissan played it safe.. very old school as Steve sed... its very attractive and sits low... good features and a cvt with a turbo I’m sure is still fun to drive.. nissans are like bmw in a way..I’m saying they are focused on the drive not the ergonomics.. most of that near 40k tag is for that Vc turbo.. no it’s not accord good... but it is a solid choice in my opinion.. except u see huge issues out of them cvt’s

[@Tinrs80]

How did you get the keys to my Ride man? you could have asked🤣🤣! i have owned my Platinum VC turbo for 5months now. 0ddly your test cars twin hmm.. This is my 3rd Altima. I recently took first long trip from Wv-Myrtle beach (6hrs) got bout 37mpg. Love the pro-pilot on the straight stretches. only disappointment i have is the CVT-engine mix at times and some interior quality. Thank you for the review as always.

[@stevehammes]

That’s awesome! So do you think my assessment is on point? I thought the CVT was a non-story. Didn’t bother me one bit.

[@Tinrs80]

Yes its a good car! Nissan is a good company but they need to work on some Quality issues and the Infotainment systems.

[@darrylbrooks6243]

Yes very happy with my 2020 SV. This is my 4th Altima SV started with the 2013, 2015, 2017 and now 2020. Love using my voice to control the infotainment system and the pro pilot assist. Comfort level on long drives is unbeatable as is MPG.

[@stephenhendricks103]

Likely conversation at a Nissan Dealer.... Salesperson: "Hey take a look at our new Altima. A peppy turbo4 that combines performance and economy. And if that's not enough, how about its AWD. Nobody other than Subaru offers that." Customer: "That sounds great! Where do I sign?" Salesperson: "Uhhh...I should mention that you can't get that new motor with AWD and vice versa. Could I interest you in a volume discount for two?"

[@mfmf100]

That was Audi money not too long ago.

[@stevehammes]

Car loans are apparently growing to monstrous sizes again. Uh oh.

[@campkira]

10 years ago... it called inflation.....

[@vasylkazmenko581]

My cvt just blew out 23000 miles. Nissan altima 2017

[@travelseatsyellowlab]

Seriously? I have a 2018 and was told 2016+ CVT powertrains were significantly better than before. So many automakers are turning to CVT, want to trade in the Altima but don't know what to do yet.

[@vasylkazmenko581]

Kaylon Centers altimas cvt just crap, i have a lot friends who had a same issues with their cvt

[@travelseatsyellowlab]

@@vasylkazmenko581 Nissan surely replaced your transmission under warranty? I pray that my CVT doesn't fail.

[@sc2603]

I have a 2014 that’s on it’s 3rd one .. Good luck.. the second one lasted 2000 miles it just fried Junk from the factory .. car has 65k on it ..

[@acche-rc]

no way, nissan's cvt is the worst

[@stevehammes]

Fake news

[@armandol1826]

acche2 I approve this message lol

[@campkira]

@@stevehammes not the worst but still can not beat normal automatic... from 20 years ago..... Do like the 4wd option... but yet again I don't lived anywhere that need 4wd....

[@hassana5337]

Nissan wouldn't make cvt's if they wouldn't sell. They are great for fuel economy and that's what attracts your average Joe.

[@NoEgg4u]

From a stop, the Altima is a pig. So for example: if you are in the left lane, waiting at a light, and you realize that you have to make a right at the next light, then you can forget about accelerating ahead of the car to your right. Once it gets going, it has good acceleration. Not mentioned in this review is the handling. The Altima has excellent handling (well, at least the SV with the 19" wheels and sport tuned suspension has excellent handling). If it is safe to do so, you can take that turn at speed, and the car will have almost no lean, and the tires will stay planted. The all-wheel drive option is great. However, there is no switch to turn it on or off. It kicks in automatically if the front wheels slip. Otherwise, it is only front wheel drive. Also, if you get a blowout, and the tire needs to be replaced, then you will have to replace all four tires. The stereo sound quality is nothing special. Nissan dropped the ball with this part of the car. If all you care about is the song, and do not give a hoot about realism, you will have no problem. The USB port accepts a flash drive (also known as a thumb drive). So you can load up your flash drive with countless favorites, plug it in, and they will play.

[@stevehammes]

"Lower, longer and wider with the wheels pushed farther to the corners, this Altima looks decidedly more athletic, especially on these 19” rims though they’re fitted with some Hankook tires more interested in comfort than sport. But that’s OK because the Altima should have a more compliant ride and in fact it does. There’s a light, nimble, easy-going nature to the drive that now possesses a higher degree of sophistication as to how it steers, handles and brakes. In many ways it reminds me of the Volvo S60 I recently tested though not quite to those premium levels." - Me

[@Sanpedranoazul]

Looking good, thou really expensive

[@fawadkhalid]

Renault altima

[@b.f.378]

The rear looks so dated (everything is incandescent, even the tail light), but everything else looks good

[@dygardion9130]

Doesn’t offer LED brake lights or turn signals at any trim and it’s got that dreadful cvt.... hard pass

[@stevehammes]

There are dreadful CVTs out there. This isn’t one of them.

[@dygardion9130]

Steve Hammes New Car Reviews I’ll take your word on that! But still think it was a wrong move not to offer LED brake lights or turn signals on the fully loaded trims, most of the other competitors do! But this model looks way better than last gen

[@smartkid1201]

@dygardion It doesn't even off ventilated seats either. Smh

[@stevehammes]

Neither does a $103k Porsche Cayenne S.

[@dygardion9130]

Steve Hammes New Car Reviews that’s insane!!

[@smartkid1201]

Nice try Nissan, but I'd rather have the new 2020 Sonata over this.

[@travelseatsyellowlab]

Don't like Sonata's styling.

[@sasafarov]

Полный обзор и тест-драйв на канале "US cars на русском"

[@TalismanPHX]

Quality control concerns and poor resale value due to the infamous JATCO CVT. Recommend leasing if you must have the Altima. Otherwise, the new generation Sonata is a better built vehicle and more stylish.

[@MrRowdy14u]

Altima gets better mpg than the Sonata

[@matnat21]

MrRowdy14u plus the sonata is ugly

[@sc2603]

I will continue to trash Nissan until they make good on the 2014 Altima mechanical asshole I own .. 62k miles it’s on it’s 3rd transmission.. fuel pump went out struts had to be replaced airbag controller went out the dash is basically melting .. I asked there help line .. How big of a piece of crap does a car have to be before it’s considered a buyback .. I was basically laughed at ..

[@njdoughboy]

Sorry Steve but I just don’t understand how you give Nissan a pass on their horrible CVT reliability. It might drive nicely but you’re really doing a disservice to the thousands of people who’ve been let down by that horrible transmission

[@stevehammes]

I drive cars for a week at a time. This CVT didn’t break. I don’t do dependability studies. But do you know who does? JD Power. And do you know which car finished first in Quality? The Maxima, which like almost all Nissans, uses a CVT. I just can’t speak to long term issues when I drive a car for a week. Now that would be doing my subscribers a disservice.

[@sc2603]

Throw away piece of crap.. My wife’s 2014 fell apart mechanically.. Nissans are garbage the jatco cvt pos.. I would advise anything other than a Nissan