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Nissan Altima VI (facelift 2022) 2.5 DIG (182 Hp) AWD Xtronic
Overall Rating
Nissan Altima:
The Nissan Altima is a mid-size car manufactured by Nissan since 1992. It is a continuation of the Nissan Bluebird line, which began in 1955.
The Altima has historically been larger, more powerful, and more luxurious than the Nissan Sentra but less so than the Nissan Maxima. The first through fourth-generation cars were manufactured exclusively in the United States and officially sold in North and South America, along with the Middle East and Australia. For other markets, Nissan sold a related mid-size sedan called the Nissan Teana which was between the Altima and Maxima in terms of size. In 2013, the Teana became a rebadged version of the fifth-generation Altima....(Read more on Wikipedia)
VI (facelift 2022) Overview:
Nissan Altima (VI (facelift 2022)). With 241 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.2 l/100km). With a weight of 1558 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.5 DIG (182 Hp) AWD Xtronic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate power for daily driving with the added benefit of all-wheel-drive traction, making it suitable for varied weather conditions.
Fuel Economy
Decent combined fuel economy for an AWD sedan, though slightly less efficient than its FWD counterpart.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Available Intelligent All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
- • Innovative and powerful VC-Turbo engine option
- • Comfortable and spacious interior for long journeys
- • Good fuel economy across the lineup
- • Refreshed exterior styling
Cons:
- • CVT transmission can feel uninspired to some drivers
- • Interior design might feel less modern compared to some rivals
- • Not tested by Euro NCAP (primary market is North America)
- • Base 2.5L engine can feel underpowered for spirited driving
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(VI: August, 2018 - June, 2022).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Altima |
| Generation: | VI (facelift 2022) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.5 DIG (182 Hp) AWD Xtronic |
| Start of production: | June, 2022 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 182 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 73.2 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 241 Nm @ 3600 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | PR25DD [Same engine] More details about the engine PR25DD |
| Engine displacement: | 2488 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC, CVTCS |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.1 l |
| Coolant: | 8.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 89 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 100 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 12:1 |
| Maximum engine speed: | 6200 rpm. |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9-9.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.5-6.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.8-8.1 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | LEV3-SULEV30 |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.5 kg/Hp, 117.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.4 kg/Nm, 155.7 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1548-1568 |
| Max. weight: | 2033 |
| Max load: | 465-485 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 436 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 61 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4900 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1852 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1455-1458 mm mm [15mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2824 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1595-1615 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1595-1615 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.4 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels permanently, and the rear wheels are driven through an electrically or mechanically operated clutch if necessary. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | Xtronic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 295.91x25.91 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc, 279.91-292.1x8.89-9. mm [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 215/55 R17; 235/40 R19 |
| Wheel rims size | 17; 19 |
| Front suspension | Independent coil spring, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer |
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