2018 Nissan Altima – Impeccably Good, Yet Again

December 5, 2017

Predictably Excellent

Death, taxes, and the Nissan Altima. These are three of the most dependable nouns in the English language.

Perhaps one of those is an exaggeration. But, predictably, Nissan unveiled the 2018 Altima to yet another round of subdued astonishment. Another year, another quality car. It makes us collectively wonder – does it ever become boring being so good?

The answer is ‘no’ – especially for drivers who desire reliable performance, impeccable safety, rewarding fuel economy, and undeniable value. Let’s examine some of the features that make the 2018 Altima a top-pick for mid-sized sedans.

Are You Practical, or Daring?

The 2018 Nissan Altima will overwhelm the angel on one shoulder but underwhelm the devil on your other shoulder. Practical drivers will love this car, but the daring lead-foots of the world will inevitably feel like a spark is missing.

Notably, the overall value is exceptional. Fuel economy for the 2018 Altima is nearly top-of-class with an mpg rating of 27/38 city/highway. Furthermore, the base level trim starts at $23,140, which is a bargain compared to other similar models. Consequently, if being economically intelligent is a priority, the 2018 Altima is a superior choice.

Safety is also an area where the Altima excels. The 2018 edition earns the maximum five-star overall rating from the NHTSA. More granularly, it earns a 5-star rating on each of the individual safety tests with only one lone exception (a mere 4-star rating) for rollover-resistance.

Monitor

This is the ‘awareness’ part of the system – Smart technologies are designed to help monitor conditions, from a system that helps ensure your tires are properly inflated, to an available system that monitors your driving, and alerts you that you may need a break.

• Predictive Forward Collision Warning (PFCW)

• Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)

• Blind Spot Warning (BSW)

• Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)

• RearView Monitor (RM)

• Around View® Monitor (AVM)

• Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)

• Driver Attention Alert (DAA)

• Moving Object Detection (MOD)

• Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

• Parking Sonars

Respond

See an unexpected obstacle and need to make an emergency maneuver or brake hard? The respond system changes the dynamics of the car to improve the car’s response to your evasive action.

• Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)

•  Traction Control System (TCS)

•  Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)

•  Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)

•  Brake Assist (BA)

• Adaptive Headlights

Protect

Sometimes collisions are unavoidable. Nissan’s Zone Body construction helps absorb impacts while advanced airbag and seat belt systems help protect passengers.

• Nissan Advanced Air Bag System

• Front Seat-Mounted Side-Impact Supplemental Air Bag

• Roof-Mounted Curtain Side-Impact Supplemental Air Bag

• Active Head Restraints

• LATCH System (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children)

• SNUG Kids
  For more information on child seats that fit the rear seat of the Altima, see the Snug Kids Child Safety Seat Fit Guide.

Give Me Shelter (And Some Leg Room).

Another wildly appealing trait is the comfort of the interior. The Altima delivers extra thick cushions on its seats and feels particularly roomy. This car can easily accommodate four adults and the rear bench is even wide enough to squeeze in three of your more svelte friends. When you consider the 15.4 cubic feet of trunk space, there is seemingly extra room to spare in every nook and cranny.

Be Wise. Be Bold. Be Both with the Altima.

Like many of our readers, this author suffered adversely through the great recession of the late 2000s. The lingering fallout from that period shifted my life focus away from material excess and toward material stability. The 2018 Nissan Altima is a perfect fit for drivers like me. Will some call the 2018 Altima a ‘no frills’ sedan? Perhaps. But it’s safe, it’s reliable, it’s economical, and it drives like a dream.

Be you, be practical, and call us today to schedule a test drive. We can all count on death, taxes, worsening traffic, and the Portland area becoming more and more expensive every year. For that reason, you should count on the 2018 Nissan Altima.