Is the NEW 2023 Nissan Altima the BEST midsize sedan to BUY?

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[@adrianyeager6463]

No LED taillights, or panoramic sunroof option? I expected more from this release

[@P4SDetails]

Altima has always been a solid option as a sedan. Looks like they are still going to be making a pretty solid one for 23! Great breakdown bru.

[@austinellis838]

I currently have a 2018 Nissan Altima SV with 134,500 miles on it. Never had an issue been very happy with the reliability of this vehicle. Next car will 100% be the 2023 Nissan Altima SR 2.0 VC Turbo in gray or white. Just waiting for the official release.

[@justinscents81]

I’m liking it 💯 I have a 2019 SL but I definitely want to upgrade now

[@philippemadore843]

Thank you Nissan for giving us real exhaust tips 👍

[@rj5485]

It's a L34.5 . I own a 22 L34 Altima SR Turbo pearl blue. Had to pay a mark-up because it's rare. Added the factory LED fogs mainly for looks over function. SRs don't come with fog lights btw. I'm shocked that it's almost the same price (after dealer markups) as the new Nissan Z msrp. I don't see too many SR Turbos on the road neither. It's definitely a huge difference from my 13 altima. They improved the cvt etc. Very fun daily driver with aftermarket performance parts available and in the works 💪🏾.

[@MauriFunez]

I wish altimas would bring back manual transmissions and maybe go coupes again like the 3.5 V6 SR two doors

[@fredwilliams7893]

I remember those! Very rare! 👍

[@tonysnow2015]

They don't sell sadly, hence why they don't make them anymore. Kids are having kids and therefore need space and those same kids don't know how to drive stick.

[@cameronwooten9593]

Great reviews as always!!! Raiti, I have the 2020 Nissan Altima SL & Personally I actually like the current front fascia, I feel the chrome around the grille really makes the car look more relaxed & more professional than the 2023 updated front fascia version. What’s throwing me off is that 12.3” screen, it looks distracting & it’s not ideal for a sedan. If I was them I’d probably would’ve done an 9” 10” screen, or kept it the same size. I like the style of the infotainment screen, just not the size.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for having my back!

[@cindymiller2748]

For the tons of buyers that buy base models (like me) Nissan was SUPER smart by adding LED headlights and a 6 speakers sound to the base model. And because of that I will definitely purchase a 23 Altima before this year is over. I do a lot of night driving and LED headlights are a MUST for me.

[@undertaken5200]

I love the way you put it. I look back at my Corolla hatchback with the spoiler every time I park it. I chose the right whip.

[@khalidabdo1467]

I totally agreed with you regarding the transmission.

[@Ea-22]

That CVT transmission needs 2 go...🤦‍♂️

[@tealx8462]

They’re the greatest!

[@wyw201]

@@tealx8462 Why are JATCO CVT the greatest?

[@tealx8462]

@@wyw201 Sarcasm!

[@hainopolyent2279]

Why?

[@carswithdaley]

Fr like why is Nissan still holding on to that unreliable transmission like put a 6 speed/9speed in it my mom has a 21 Altima and it’s having a few problems 🤦🏾‍♂️

[@dominickvelezjr9171]

I had a 19 Altima. The cvt was a bit wonky. Traded it in for a ‘20 Murano. Night and day difference between the cvt feel.

[@kingdevislayah56]

Gonna keep my 2017 3.5 SL. This is really nice but I wish they still had the V6 instead of Turbo

[@Abdl3v]

We need hybrid version of altima. Come on Nissan it’s 2023 !!

[@stefonworld101]

I'm enjoying my 2018 Altima SL I'm still learning about my car everyday this one is nice

[@capitanothegreat3994]

Baby Mamas are going to be Riding in Style with this one. Altima is the Offical Baby Mama's Whip of Choice lol

[@jermainec2462]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣💯

[@AYouTubeChannelwithNoName]

Not me wanting to buy a Kia Optima

[@jermainec2462]

@@sidehide1 👀👀 a urban-minority choice?? Da fuck 👀

[@Jtels85]

@@jermainec2462 Altimas’s are for people with bad credit who don’t understand finances, interest rates or state minimum coverage. Every time I see an Altima, I get as far away from it as possible. They can wreck that shit into someone else.

[@jermainec2462]

@@Jtels85 That's the stupidest shit I ever heard... I swear people just say any damn thing... Nissan Altima is for anybody who wants one... The dealer is the one that's allowing people to get it with bad credit any dealer by any maker can do that...

[@briansr.4018]

Looks nice!

[@melvin3r512]

still no LEDs looks mostly the same i want to know what they going to do with the Maxima

[@DUDE6396]

as long as they don't add a chrome bumper protection like they have on some models today.

[@kenfrancis117]

My family has always owned Nissans since an old 1995 Nissan Quest, with our current cars being a 2013 Altima, 2016 Rogue, 2018 Sentra. They just work great and never done us wrong. As a recent college grad that commutes to work, I'm digging the look and interior, may consider this come later this year or next year

[@cameronwooten9593]

Personally I would suggest the 2019 or the 2020 Altima if you wanna save money. This one is nice but not much of an update besides the front fascia, new screen, & a few little interior design changes, I have a 2020 Altima SL & it has 30K miles, it’s still running strong.

[@toyafoster3173]

I like it but I think I'm gonna stick with the Rouge platinum...i am curious though about the price for the VCturbo SR... Either way I love Nissan

[@rj5485]

My 2022 SR Turbo cost me almost 40k which is the msrp price for the new fairlady Z.

[@HollywoodStan]

Nissan is losing me as a customer. I have a 2017 maxima sr midnight edition and I love it. Killing off the max and keeping the plain Altima…..really. Designers have nooooooo idea what true Nissan customers crave. Kill the CVT and not the MAXIMA. Good content , thumbs up 👍🏽

[@ashantedula5696]

I think they mentioned the maxima coming back as a electric vehicle

[@IsnSheLoveLee]

It still looks like the most recent model.. looks great either way

[@juve7]

Is there a platinum edition? Is SR the top of the line trim? Shout out Lori. Bless.

[@BabyFresh2.0]

It is looking good and I luv the screen.how much do you know about the 2023 rogue sport.

[@pauljulian3937]

Thanks!

[@twohotgt4uwarner336]

They need at least 300hp in this day age. Love your videos.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share it with you!

[@jeremiahvelez7057]

2023 Redesign Ultima

[@GODiscomingsoonagain]

For daily drive this have plenty of torque feels faster than any v6

[@DarkJediChrisG-1425]

Like the look of the Altima but I'm zonking the CVT and analog gauges. I'm going K5 Joe! But right now I have to stick with my Fusion!

[@jboogie3675]

Good luck at your 80k mile service 🙏

[@DarkJediChrisG-1425]

@@jboogie3675 I know Kias aren't know for reliability like Honda and Toyota are. I guess till I have enough money to buy a K5 I'll have to just see for myself Who knows, maybe it'll work out for me! Lol

[@rj5485]

The performance Kias are super cool imo. However, you pay the hefty price tag but get little respect outside of the kdm community from what i see and know. It's cool but people don't take them serious.

[@rj5485]

The performance Kias are super cool imo. However, you pay the hefty price tag but get little respect outside of the kdm community from what i see and know. It's cool but people don't take them serious.

[@stfu699]

I like the analog gauges but fuck that cvt

[@antoniocail5608]

This isn't bad Joe I like this better then last year model much Sporter look good review

[@albertwesker2283]

The looking back at your car when parked is a good measure on how much you dig it. Good call 👍🏻. I do it all the time with my 13 Grabber Blue GT

[@RaitisRides]

You know it Albert!

[@i_am_adam9833]

Soon doing 120mph weaving through traffic on your highway as well

[@MrMonroe2345]

I"m going to zonk the 7 inch screen! They should have put a 12.3 inch gauge display! But I love the 12 inch info screen.

[@kingovo9345]

Premium door speakers with a stock sub would be awesome

[@DaveDVideoMaker]

I would not buy any car with the xTronic CVT, eg the Nissan Kaškaj, the Renault Austral or this Nissan Altima. And lucky for Europeans, it’s not gonna be sold here in Europe.

[@crow_2k11beatsbydre8]

Go buy a boring Mazda, Nissan dont need your business.....

[@DaveDVideoMaker]

@@crow_2k11beatsbydre8 Not all Mazdas aren’t boring.

[@nrg1018]

I don't think they'll put the 9 speed automatic transmission until the complete full redesign next year.

[@blackpantherx4019]

They won’t I can almost bet they won’t they gotta get these ass transmission into recycled product .

[@mariowhyte7848]

Nissan bringing the absolute business with this refreshed Altima!!! Thanks for the early morning upload Joe and Lori!!!

[@AYouTubeChannelwithNoName]

More like they’re bringing the altimate business.

[@charlesjackson1700]

Altima will probably be going with the three cylinder turbo in the new generation in the future. The same one that are using in the 2022 Rogue . I am not a fan of Nissan, however that is even more of a reason to stay away from it. Their terrible Jatco 🚫 transmissions are another reason..

[@dawson.strachan03]

@@charlesjackson1700 when doing basic maintenance Jatco CVT’s are not bad anymore, it ain’t 2008 no more

[@gcman1111]

@@dawson.strachan03 Lies!!! Not what I hear 19's already blowing up like crazy.

[@dawson.strachan03]

@@gcman1111 yeah by people who don’t know how to maintain a car correctly, I’m speaking from experience, fams had 2 Nissans ‘10 and ‘17 and they both are high mileage, every friend/ family member who’s owned a Nissan with the cvt love them and last them a long ass time. Y’all hear one story from someone who doesn’t know how to maintain a basic car and run with it😭

[@jjjj5452]

I'm just happy it has the new logo

[@RaitisRides]

I know right!?!

[@kovalm3]

I would take camry over this, but i definitely would take THIS over a freaking kia.I don't care how nice they look, them are still kias.

[@toyafoster3173]

I see the negative comments about the CVT and when I watch videos I hear people reviewing the cars talking about the CVT. I currently have a 2013 SL 3.5 and I just dont see what the big deal is, i just get in and drive. I wish someone could explain to me what the issue is. I plan on getting a new car around the beginning of 2023 i am strongly leaning towards the Nissan Rogue Platinum. I believe it has CVT, what is the big deal? I seriously don't understand

[@tealx8462]

Transmissions aren’t reliable!!!

[@irvingcarrillo3782]

Me neither, I have a perfect 2010 cvt in perfect condition, also new CVT generations are more reliable and advanced

[@stevornrichards1380]

it's because most car reviewers are enthusiasts and enthusiasts prefer a regular stepped automatic, dual clutch and manual for fun factor. There will always be an inherit bias when it comes to car reviewers and powertrain options. If you notice in almost all reviewers now, the vehicles never have enough power, need better tires for sportier handling, wants panoramic Roof, dual clutch, stepped automatic trans (ZF 8speed) led all around and digital gauge display. They're reviewing the car not for the features ans specs the car has but for features and specs they wish the car have so it'll be perfect in their eyes. Enthusiasts car reviews do influence manufacturers to put a little more features in the offering because reviews are basically almost free commercial but influence by the taste and opinion of each reviewer. It can be a good thing in terms of getting lots of features but the want of all these things will indefinitely push the price of the cars way up. Altimas is to be a college student car of choice, now, a fully loaded platinum is almost $40k and that's competitive with its competition. Car reviewers need to do more objective reviews than subjective. If the car comes with heated seats, mention that instead of saying at this price point it should of have ventilated. But hey, I love cars and I like most of the reviewers and their different take on the cars. CVT is not an enthusiasts choice. However, most people like women who buys these cars don't care about engine and transmission. They only care about comfort, space and gas mileage. They don't even ask about horse power figures. one it have enough power and cheap enough. The manufactures knows this about their customers from the review questions they ask so they know their customers budget and preferences

[@johnconnor2402]

Think about it this way. You play Russian roulette with a 5 bullet pistol. You get lucky and you live because when you pulled the trigger there wasn't a bullet in the chamber. You say, what's the big deal about Russian roulette? "I'm alive" The guy that killed himself can't say the same thing, sort of similar to how the people that had the CVT blow up on them at 20k miles. Just because it didn't happen to you, doesn't mean it doesn't happen. There's literally a class action lawsuit against Nissan CVTs.

[@lanaofficiel4042]

@@johnconnor2402 But for sure the company has to do something to improve their transmission, wouldn't you think???

[@kingnole7540]

Raiti, you know the real question is --- whether Nissan will fit a few more Twinkies in that side door pocket!

[@Deadlybroom]

I thought for sure they were gonna ditch the 2.5 N/A I4, in favor if the new turbo I3. I like the front end. Wish they would have also refreshed the back some. Even just new taillights would have been cool. Not sure how I feel about the fit and finish of the new infotainment. The piano black plastic is gonna be a pain!

[@BStudd1182]

I really thought I was the only one who didn’t like the current back taillights. Why those are not LEDs I’ll never know. Even the outgoing Sentras had LED taillights. Just doesn’t make sense.

[@RaitisRides]

I think you and a ton of other people.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts and input on this one.

[@spyderlogan4992]

So the 2023 Altima is a refreshed 2022 Avalon?

[@DLD0828]

Which AWD sedan should I aim for, Camry, Altima, Kia K5, Lexus ES250? Probably will hold out for a '23 model.

[@DLD0828]

Also Genesis G70.

[@isaiahmorris2080]

I like it. I’m not sure about the SR badge in the front. It’s not a sports sedan. I think it’s nice for slight changes.

[@dnegel9546]

SR is their sport trim. Tho I think it should of been reserved for the SR spec V.

[@sheharyarali4505]

altima vs maxima ,, which one you prefer and why ...

[@brentengstrom5406]

It looks good to me. Got to drive it to really have an opinion.

[@mikedreamchaser2160]

If they have the two tone color with the black top like the Nissan Sentra sr this car would be so 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@stfu699]

Get rid of that cvt and add a manual option and I might be interested

[@nicholasbabeaux2052]

It’s absolutely absurd that they have incandescent rear tail lamps on the Altima, previous generations of the Altima and Sentra had LED tail lights, all the competition has LED tail lights, and Nissan does a lot of work putting design into their LED headlights but this generation Altima that came out in 2019 with bland incandescent ugly tail lights🤷🏻‍♂️ whoever made that decision should be fired, and shot….

[@pjkr123]

The only need for this SR trim....... FUCKIN' MANUAL Transmission (even for limited edition, that would be fire!!!)

[@emery2310]

The Altima looks AWESOME!! But..the DAMN CVT!!!!!🤦🏽‍♂️

[@iceelos2187]

Looks like they don't learn

[@hellkitty1014]

@@iceelos2187 especially since the new 9spd in the Pathfinder is so good.

[@guigow2004]

CVT is the best transmission in the world right now. The best to maintain, the lightest, the most fuel efficient.

[@davidp2888]

@@guigow2004 Not for on-demand power, though.

[@brianlee9233]

@@davidp2888 Agreed. The days of the CVT troubles are long gone.

[@JonathanRegenNJ]

Doesn’t look like the taillights were updated and still no led lights back there?

[@Mujahideen_khinzir]

CVT must be nissans engineers breakfast lunch and dinner everyday

[@loitersquadX]

Hey i got a mustang an audi and an altima. The cvt in nissan isn't bad but its weird they use like a gear simulation. I fw the altima because my audi and mustang both give me problems.

[@Jose_hernandez970]

Honda and Subaru say “hold my beer”

[@skyweezynU]

Kinda on the fence about this revamp.... wonder if that display/radio will fit my 2020?? Hmm I'll take that part lol

[@RaitisRides]

I can understand your feelings on this Altima.

[@tealx8462]

The revamped Ford Fusion !!!

[@hottietottie9]

Don’t forget to zonk the CVT 🤮🤮🤮🤮

[@swiizzie5220]

They honestly just need to replace the CVT then they’re cars would be nails basically

[@ali-tr9tp]

hi there do you want to know where did they get the front design take a look at toyota crown, this car is used in japan only, the crown was exported to middle east in 80's and 90's then stopped exporting it.

[@Iskalawagz24]

Big Altima Energy

[@chiemekaa]

The rear lights I thought were supposed to be LEDs. At least they are on the Asian market Teana. And please Nissan, bring back the SE-R trim!

[@tamparoot8639]

What is the ethos gray? Is it the one in video?

[@logic8667]

I regret buying the turbo one.. I have brand new 21 model And after 2 hours of normal driving the car in the city .. r.i.p to the power output

[@saifahmad7630]

I can't wait for the maxima and the q50

[@MandusahRamirez]

Maxima is discontinued unfortunately

[@Alex-vc5dr]

I found the seats to be extremely uncomfortable the same issue I found in the Civic.

[@TheAzenderszz]

i agreed about civic but never try the altima

[@Alex-vc5dr]

@@TheAzenderszz I know the base Altima that I rented seats were terrible.

[@thinkabout602]

Really like the style but don't like the warranty and dealer network. Waiting for your full review. 🚗$$$$$$$$$$$$. Lately

[@alexmartinez721]

When are you doing the new BMW X1 2023

[@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219]

This will be my only one Nissan sedan to afford one of these someday. Overall, excellent job and information Joe.

[@bourboncat9229]

Just get a Mazda 6 the quality is way superior compared to the Altima

[@travelseatsyellowlab]

@@bourboncat9229 the 6 is a waste of money, it's discontinued.

[@bourboncat9229]

@@travelseatsyellowlab they are more rare but still has a lot of aftermarket makers

[@limitedreach4446]

They should’ve given it the Rogue’s 1.5T 3 Cylinder as the base engine.

[@anthonybaez52]

Yeah the cvt is the only zonk for me

[@reggiekings9139]

Nice, but what’s going on with the Maxima?

[@RaitisRides]

That is the million dollar question,

[@jazzyboy7784]

Can you imagine what you can do with an extra 4 inches in your life...

[@SaintMecha]

Big Altima Energy”

[@oradychanthirat2937]

I just bought a 2022 Nissan Altima SR 2 months ago I love it .

[@jayallen7368]

If they get rid of the worlds worst cvt transmission i would look at these

[@peterretep1010]

Holy crap. The wheels

[@BrayZap]

They're gonna really be riding everyones asses now! Tailgating to the next level

[@gmanbaz]

Classic Nissan drivers... 😂😂

[@TheDarryjr]

No platinum trim?

[@user-bj6sd6mk4m]

Please do a 2023 Nissan Titian

[@RaitisRides]

Stay tuned!

[@tylerbryant5425]

5:31 so true

[@whatswrongwithpoppingpills8463]

What’s the retail?

[@michaelraby7440]

Their Thinking- If it not broke, why fix it. Let's give it a TouchUp, a FaceLift if you will. BUT, JUST WAIT!! I can just imagine how it will look when they do give it the redesign!!

[@omarcortes5754]

Looks pretty good, outside and inside Nissan did a great job, to bad the CVT is still there.

[@occckid123]

I'm happy the cvt is still there. when they do 9spd I'm not buying it. I cannot stand all that shifting. so annoying.

[@omarcortes5754]

@@occckid123 Cvt has its perks, I'm just saying it would be great to have an auto paired to the sporty exterior look.

[@thedrunk6368]

@@omarcortes5754 whats cvt

[@omarcortes5754]

@@thedrunk6368 Continuously Variable Transmission. It is the type of trasmission it has.

[@Mrfix-iz4di]

@@occckid123 I can’t stand slow, laggy cvts lol I know you are a great Altima fan but the car would wake tf up with a better transmission

[@chrisb.1301]

I like it!! Still have ways to go but it’s heading in the right direction.

[@tonyspitfire06]

This reminds me of the nissan Altima ser

[@marvelust6]

ON THROTTLE!!!!

[@miguel90744]

Everyone is concerned about the CVT. But if you see the reports on the new cars no company is perfect. Even when I worked at Toyota they always had recalls all the time. Toyota’s paint sucks it chips easily.

[@gcman1111]

You a fooooooo, so you take a cvt blowing up and 5000 plus repair over some paint chips.

[@andrewaguiniga437]

I bet the key fob still hasn’t changed

[@ElBurroCojelon]

The need to go LED on the tail lights

[@alwaysiyi272]

The wheels remind me of the 2013 Nissan Maxima S, which is a good thing cos those wheels look awesome, I just dint understand why they won’t put LED’s in the back, the brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights are incandescents even the license plate lights, all other competitors have LED’s

[@RaitisRides]

It is interesting what they changed and what they did not change.

[@daynerampersad8968]

it should have been a full redesign the 11gen accord is coming soon i would probably go accord first, K5 and camry xse

[@travelseatsyellowlab]

This car was new for 2019, so a refresh, not a redesign, makes sense.

[@alengreen589]

it´s Ok, it does the job.

[@nickchapple8065]

My biggest issue is they keep making these kind of boring engines. Either A. Go full electric/hybrid with your cars or B. Make a REAL combustion engine. That way people who don't care as much about the electric and hybrids can still get the nice V6 engines and v8 engines. The good inline 5's and 6's. It's getting hard to pick new cars now.

[@c.m.7037]

Talk about 'boring company' with this one.

[@fifasf3379]

I know this is a Nissan review but this time next year I’ll be looking to trade in my 2020 accord 2.0 sport lease. So Joe whenever the information comes in for the upcoming redesign for the 2023 model please let us know especially me lol. With the way the new HRV and civics look I’m really anxious to see what changes come to the accord!

[@alejandroestrada184]

Hopefully they announce it before the year is over I been waiting for the new redesign lol the accord is perfect just needs a redesign

[@mbenton6]

I don't care I will still do a 2021 Mazda 6 turbo over this. Especially with carbon edition

[@jeffb.6642]

I'm kind of surprised the base engine isn't the 1.5L 3-cyl turbo from the Rogue. But yeah, looks good. Just ditch that CVT and I think it would be a winner. 👍

[@johnconnor2402]

Is this thing still using the god awful Jatco CVT that fails when you look at it wrong?

[@ammarisrar2005]

I just hope that Nissan with this refresh bring a coupe body style into it because I’ve missed the coupe and in general it looks really nice

[@travelseatsyellowlab]

Sedans barely sell nowadays, coupes definitely won't.

[@kromahj]

Who they will compete with for the coupe?

[@albackwardz]

As much as I really wanted another Nissan since I totalled my 05 Maxima, I just can't get with a CVT transmission. SUPER D DUPER ZONK ON THAT!

[@GladiatorLBS]

Have you considered a Volkswagen Jetta? It’s actually really nice when fully loaded

[@evoman44]

@@GladiatorLBS The only Jetta worth getting in my book is the GLI. I drove a plain Jetta as a rental 2 years ago and was appalled by how vague the steering felt. Even my wife did not like it compared to her Mazda6.

[@julianrichy5830]

Damn how did you total it : o I'm crying4URighT now😭

[@dylanfarris7647]

I just don't understand why you would ever buy this over a Corolla or Civic. The exact same thing, just better built.