2021 Nissan Altima® Competitive Comparison
Altima vs. Legacy, Camry, Accord, Sonata, Fusion & Optima
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THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS
The available Variable Compression Turbo engine features pistons that can deliver instant V6-like power or 4-cylinder fuel efficiency. [[1279]][[1419]] -
NISSAN INTELLIGENT MOBILITY
Nissan Intelligent Mobility is changing how you move forever with technology that makes you feel more confident, excited, and connected.[[1115]] -
INTELLIGENT ALL-WHEEL DRIVE
Available All-Wheel Drive continually distributes engine power to provide better traction in nearly every condition. [[1323]]
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Nissan Altima Vs. Subaru Legacy
The Nissan Altima creates its own legacy with a host of premium standard features.
Compare features of the 2021 Nissan Altima and 2021 Subaru Legacy
| 2021 NISSAN ALTIMA |
2021 SUBARU LEGACY | |
|---|---|---|
| Class-Exclusive Intelligent Forward Collision Warning [[2525]] |
Standard | Not Offered |
| Available Class-Exclusive Intelligent Around View® Monitor [[2820]] | Available | Not Offered |
| Available World's First Variable Compression Turbo Engine [[101]] | Available | Not Offered |
| Class-Exclusive Easy-Fill Tire Alert [[2529]] | Standard | Not Offered |
| Traffic Sign Recognition [[2907]] | Available | Not Offered |
All-Wheel Drive
Available Intelligent All-Wheel Drive
Intelligent power, no matter the conditions
The 2021 Altima's available Intelligent All-Wheel Drive continuously monitors road conditions and can adjust the ratio of power between the front and rear wheels to give you the best possible traction in inclement weather. These competitors do not offer an all-wheel drive model. [[1323]] [[2824]]
2021 Nissan Altima
Available
2021 Honda Accord Not available
2021 Hyundai Sonata Not available
2020 Mazda 6 Not available
Engine
Most tech-advanced engine in its class [[103]]
Available VC-Turbo Engine [[1279]][[1419]]
This ground-breaking world's first variable compression turbo engine adjusts its compression ratio for more power or fuel efficiency depending on the situation. This Nissan advanced technology isn’t available on these competitors. [[1279]][[1419]]
2021 Nissan Altima
Available
2021 Subaru Legacy Not available
2021 Honda Accord Not available
2021 Toyota Camry Not available
Interior
Make your living room - and the competition - jealous
Front legroom
The 2021 Altima features more front legroom than both the 2021 Honda Accord and 2021 Toyota Camry. [[2983]]
Front Legroom (Inches)
2021 Nissan Altima
43.8 Inches
2021 Honda Accord 42.3 Inches
2021 Toyota Camry 42.1 Inches
Seating like no other
Class-Exclusive Zero Gravity Seats
This Nissan exclusive comfort technology is inspired by the weightlessness of space. Our Zero Gravity Seats are designed to help give a neutral spine position and uses 14 different pressure points to give continuous support from your hips up to your shoulders. Enjoy the ride. [[108]]
2021 Nissan Altima
Available
2021 Subaru Legacy Not available
2021 Honda Accord Not available
2021 Toyota Camry Not available
Nissan Altima Vs. Toyota Camry
When you compare them head to head, the 2021 Nissan Altima has standard and available features not offered at all on the 2021 Toyota Camry.
Compare features of the 2021 Nissan Altima and 2021 Toyota Camry
| 2021 NISSAN ALTIMA | 2021 TOYOTA CAMRY | |
|---|---|---|
| Class-Exclusive Intelligent Forward Collision Warning [[2525]] |
Standard | Not Offered |
| Available World's First Variable Compression Turbo Engine [[1279]] | Available | Not Offered |
| Class-Exclusive Easy-Fill Tire Alert [[2529]] | Standard |
Not Offered |
| Front Row Leg Room (inches) [[2983]] | 43.8 |
42.1 |
| Front Row Head Room (inches) [[117]] | 39.2 | 38.3 |
Safety & Drive Assist
Altima's heightened senses
Class-Exclusive Intelligent Forward Collision Warning[[2525]]
Ever dreamed of having a superpower? X-ray vision, maybe? By monitoring the distance and velocity of the vehicle in front of you, and the one in front of that one too, the 2021 Altima’s Class-Exclusive Intelligent Forward Collision Warning lets you experience what that might feel like. By seeing what your eyes can’t, it can alert you to potential risks ahead.[[2525]]
2021 Nissan Altima
Available
2021 Honda Accord Not available
2021 Toyota Camry Not available
2020 Kia Optima Not available
2021 Hyundai Sonata Not available
Looking for the signs
Available Traffic Sign Recognition [[1330]]
By detecting road signs as you pass the 2021 Altima's Traffic Sign Recognition helps keep you up to date on the latest speed limits. It's a feature not offered by these competitors. [[113]]
2021 Nissan Altima
Available
2021 Subaru Legacy Not Available
2020 Ford Fusion Not Available
2021 Kia K5 Not Available
Keeping an eye on your tire pressure? No pressure
Tire Pressure Monitoring System with Class-Exclusive Easy-Fill Tire Alert [[2529]]
A symbol on the dash will alert you when your tire pressure is low, even letting you know which specific tire is down. Then the Class-Exclusive Easy-Fill Tire Alert gives a friendly beep of the horn when you are at the right pressure. [[2529]]
2021 Nissan Altima
Standard
2021 Subaru Legacy Not available
2021 Honda Accord Not available
2020 Kia Optima Not available
2021 Hyundai Sonata Not available
Altima awards and accolades
IIHS Top Safety Pick+
2021 Altima – 2020 Top Safety Pick+ [[2255]]
IIHS Top Safety Pick
2020 Altima – 2020 Top Safety Pick for the 5th straight year, when equipped with optional front crash prevention and specific headlights [[2255]]
IIHS Top Safety Pick
2019 and 2020 Nissan Altima – “Superior” rating for front crash prevention systems (vehicle to vehicle) in midsize sedans [[2255]]
WARDSAUTO
2020 Nissan Altima VC-Turbo Engine named to Wards 10 Best Engines List [[3059]]
AutoPacific®
2019 Nissan Altima – Best In Class Vehicle Satisfaction Mid-size Car [[2651]]
Autotrader®
2019 Nissan Altima - One of the best new cars of 2019, according to Autotrader [[2488]]
Next Steps
Build your Altima®
Starting MSRP $24,300
As shown $34,100 [[148]]
28/39 City/Hwy MPG [[3243]]
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