The 2019 Nissan Altima
Sedans have since lost their appeal to crossovers and premium pickup trucks. For Nissan, the Altima sedan has lost its crown as the brand’s best seller to the Nissan Rogue, a small crossover. Of late, automakers have been fleeing the sedan segment to the more lucrative crossover and pickup trucks segments; the likes of Chrysler 200, Buick Verano, Chevrolet SS, and Dodge Dart have been discontinued. Despite this trend, Nissan is moving in the opposite direction; the automaker is trying to refocus on its saloon customers, hence the decision to redesign the Altima which the automaker introduced at the New York Auto Show. The new model is based on the Vmotion 2.0 concept the automaker revealed at the Detroit Auto Show last year. Nissan has a lot to do considering the vicious competition in this segment, particularly from the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord. It will be sold in Platinum, SL, SV, SR, and S trims.
Exterior
The exterior of the new Altima is inspired by the Vmotion 2.0 Concept. The new model is an inch longer, 0.9 inches wider and sits 1.1 inches lower compared to the outgoing Altima. Also, the new Altima’s wheelbase has been extended by 1.9 inches compared to the outgoing Altima. The model looks more stunning courtesy of the new V-motion grille with a dark chrome finish;
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It replaces the current 3.5 L, V-6. Buyers can however opt for a VC-Turbo mill with a displacement of 2.0 liters (it will be available with SR and Platinum trims). The mill which also features a turbocharger is good for 248 hp and 273 lb-ft of torque. The VC-Turbo mill features advanced technologies which enable it to vary the engine’s compression ratio (it can deliver high performance or high fuel economy depending on the driver’s needs). Both mills use an Xtronic CVT transmission system. The SR trim features paddle shifters for manual