@@anthonymolina7416 that's the thing inside of a Infiniti has mostly always been meh (comfortable but outdated) that's why I prefer the maxima over thier Infiniti
I have had no issues with CVT. I had the fluid changed and have had no issues at all. Runs nice and smooth. I think it is more about people complaining just to complain. if it didn't have one people would find something else to complain about
@@abhishekkalani6706 My point was if you want awd with a turbo get a Legacy. It is no more unreliable than a Nissan. I didn't say a Legacy is reliable.
I just got my Altima SL, bought it the main reason being pro pilot assist. The day I got to know about it, I had a feeling it would be an awesome feature and sure enough it is. Various other cars offering lane keep assist would usually ping-pong but this doesn't and keeps you centered strongly. Now I am addicted to it. Its like a rewarding system when the pro pilot kicks in and takes up the driving on your behalf :) Also the complete stop and hold while in cruise is such an awesome feature in slow moving traffic. It won't even ask you to hold the wheel if the speed is less than 10 miles an hour and pro pilot is active. I downgraded from a 2017 Nissan Maxima and I am happy about it. Don't care much about V6 power(not racing) or CVT issues. This thing drives smooth and floats literally. This is such a fun car at an affordable price. Should be the number 1 in its kind. The redesign done in 2019 is seriously a great one as it looks so sleek inside and out. Now I am all the time super excited to head out. Its a true bang for your buck. Nice video, keep up the great work.
If it weren't for the crappy CVT transmissions I'd buy one for my next car. Otherwise, with me it's either Hyundai Sonata, Toyota Camry, or the Honda Accord with the 10 speed automatic, maybe the Malibu with the Automatic Transmission.
I just got my nissan altima sv yesterday. Wow i love it specially the driver seat comfortable. I sold my honda accord 2019 lx im not happy with that car. The driver seat hurt my butt and my leg even you adjust he seat.... not a comfortable car.
lit car spotting life joshua the car guy Man first invented the pulley😂 Why didn’t they think of that in the first place? Now CVT have a bad reputation for reliability.
In my Honest opinion, Joe, that car can be AWD, 6WD, 8WD, it doesn’t matter. Nissan is not a brand the competitors need to worry about due to the bad reliability, CVT, and no bang for the buck!
Oscar Lopez Not, to mention they are all ugly as hell and boring, also offer very outdated sports car. And still offers a truck that has been around since 2004. Yep, Nissans are now a joke.
@@RaitisRides you are the best. I used to watch doug, but after I found you I cant watch him anymore. I dont watch redline as much anymore either.I love how often you review cars.👍 keep up the great work
Loved watching you hustle it through the corners. I'd go with Camry over this. But if you need the AWD it's a small field. New Subaru Legacy would be an alternative.
I don’t know about reliability. But I think the interior and drive feels better than the Accord. I wasn’t impressed with the accord at all. And I hate when dealers badge the cars with there name. It’s so tacky.
It's rather obvious that numerous individuals that have posted here know very little about CVT's ,,, today's CVT's are considerably improved over earlier CVT's. My new vehicle is a Nissan Altima Platinum in beautiful Sunset Drift metallic paint the vehicle is absolutely loaded. The 2.5 engine coupled with the CVT ( which is so smooth ) gives me all the power I would ever need for the type of driving I do and has AWD. I certainly did some shopping around before I bought, here's the facts ,, 2020 Honda Accord, not even close when it came to features was over $ 8000.00 more expensive ( you sure can buy a hell of a lot of gas for $ 8000.00 ). 2020 Toyota Prius, not even remotely close ,, 1.8 engine with a CVT and a fraction of the high end features I have in my new Altima ,, the Prius was priced ( overpriced ) at $ 3186.00 more than my loaded Altima which came by the way with a full set of Firestone winter tires on sharp looking alloys.
The rear truck space is CAVERNOUS, CAVERNOUS!! Looks like rear space of the Chevy Empala of old! Awesome! Great to hear that the interior is quiet and wheel noise is almost nonexistant and YES, styling is awesome!! Nice review as always bro! Thanks!
The wheel design isn't bad, they just look a little too small to me. That's probably mostly because we're getting so used to seeing larger wheels on cars these days. We want those wheel wells nice and full! It's unfortunate they don't have a better engine option. Always a big zonk for cars that look sporty but don't move sporty.
My wife just bought this Altima but without AWD. She's absolutely happy with the car. Would've loved to see you hit this hidden button on the shift knob which turns the car into D-S mode, which makes for a little more fun when driving it :) Great review!!
Sure it is, much more competitive than the previous generation. Imo though, the Mazda 6, Accord, Optima, and Malibu are the lookers of the class. Anything with a CVT gets a NOPE from me.
My 2012 Nissan Altima 2.5 (same engine as this one) has the same old key fob. The wheels just make this unit look budget. Nissan needs to use the larger wheel/tire setup across the board - not just on the upper trim levels. The factory alloys on my '12 look far better. It's also screaming out for led brake lights and/or rear turn signals. In truth, they should have made hp gradations of the VC turbo standard on all models offering at least 205 hp in the base model. They need something special to really nip at the heals of the kings-- Camry and Accord. Those guys are the kings for defintive reasons.
They should get rid of the Altima, keep the Maxima but add AWD, get rid of the CVT and add a little more horsepower and really call it a '4 Door Sports Sedan'
That's not a bad idea. I would go strictly RWD/AWD on the Maxima and give it 330 Hp. The price however might go over $50k. Nissan needs some bread and butter vehicles like the Altima and Rogue to stay afloat. Recall that a Ghosn ran off with some money and mismanaged the company during the latter years of his tenure. Ghosn is being prosecuted by Nissan.
@@jetfuel6043 Yes, thank you! People have to understand that automakers cut slow selling, unprofitable makes from their lineup. Maxima has less interior room than Altima, has lacked some key technology and costs several thousands more than Altima.
The CVT helps propel my260hp muranoto 60 mph in7. 3(the swme as the 290hp santa fe with traditional trans. The Williams' formula one racer used a CVT. With success. Later CVTs were banned-its like cheating because they are so good!
Dizzney jnr you're right. They are prone to fail. I have a '12 Altima that I purchased used but I had the sense to get an extended warranty on the car. That CVT could go at anytime and it would cost $4k to $5k easily to replace.
Oh since I'm being long winded, I might as well state the obvious. Nissan already has a 2.0 L turbo-charged engine which they use in the Infiniti lineup and also sell to Mercedes-Benz for use in the GLA compact SUV. This engine makes around 208 hp. Why not just stuff it in the Altima along with a 7-speed auto? Why spend $$$$ to develop a new engine and then couple it to a CVT when you already have parts sitting on the shelf? If it's good enough for M-B, it's darn sure good enough for an Altima!
I have a 2.0VC platinum. I had them take out the ugly wood grain that came with mines and replace with what you are testing. Only quality issue I have is the plastic near and around the touch screen. Other wise I love my car so far after 5 months. Thanx for the review.
@@ohhbradley4460 I had zero issues with it mechanically. June 2022 someone rear ended me and totaled. It had 84000 miles. Only had to get dash repaired but they fixed in 1 day. I have f150 now bud.
Brandon Blair I love it coming from a 2017 Sentra S The Altima is smoother you should def test drive one Only thing I don’t like isn’t that it doesn’t have rear LED taillights but I am perfectly fine with the LED headlights where I can see better at night My sis has a 2017 SR with over 70k Miles not one single problem
normal car buyers who dont know about car reliability......will more likely buy this altima than accord or camry.....this altima is so beautiful.....same appeal as lexus
cali818 but which is actually reliable? Toyota just had a massive recall, I have always been a Honda person, but they are having issues with oil dilution in their 1.5L engines, and their braking system brakes on its on, randomly. The Altima is actually sounding like the safest bet among the three.
Wanted to buy this over the 2019 Camry but they haven't fixed the transmission problems yet on most Nissan's. Did alot of deep research on nissan Forums and facebook groups and theirs still complaints of the 2018s rogues/Altimas/Maximas having transmission issues before 15-50k miles.. fix this nissan please.
@@garzdiva I actually rented a 2018 camry with 88k miles and it drove the same as my 2019 camry. The engine or transmission or interior showed no wear. Went through the service history and the car just had basic maintenance done. I wanted to get the honda accord 2.0T but my last accord didnt make it to 100k before the transmission went at 97k same with my 2011 civic. Never had a Mazda but I heard they have engine problems on the skyactive engines and weak transmissions. Not sure about the new ones but didnt wana take a risk. The 8 speed transmission toyota is using Is on most lexus products and other toyota SUVs so its proven to be reliable.
I like how it responds 2 small inputs of the throttle and it does come off the line pretty good. I would only want them 2 go to a regular auto if they had a really lolly good 1 but they don't so the cvt is really good actually.
I bought my 2013 Altima in December. I'm writing this while riding the train because the transmission crapped all over me. DO NOT BUY THIS CAR, fair warning...
I noticed in California, these new Altimas are pretty popular. People love the Camry and Accord as well here! California still has room for sedans over suvs
American marques are the ones who can't give away sedans to save their life. Foreign brands have recently seen a bit of an increase in sedan sales and a drop in truck and SUVs.
If yall don't like Nissans cvt but want a Nissan, then get one of these: -2019 Armada -2019 Micra -2019 Versa (Note for canada) - All 2019 Nissan trucks -2019 nissan leaf series - All 2019 sport cars 2019 and ABOVE!
I bet she holds. Car and Drive tested it on the skidpad and outperforms the BMW 3 series and the 370z😁. Loving the numerous Nissan coverage btw. So much negativity towards this brand usually. I'd love to see a Sentra Nismo review 😁
@@TonyA4766 I get that, but the V6 motor in mass market mainstream sedans is extinct (except for the Camry). Even AWD in sedans is less cost efficient than a crossover SUV that shares the same chassis platform.
Nice presentation however, Nissan mess up after 2003 with the cvd transmission. I still drive 1999.5 pathfinder 4wd manual 226000 miles never let me down, I have only replaced the catalyst converters and knock sensor !!
I wish they'd offer AWD with the turbo engine, that'd be a really fun daily driver. If they offered it with a manual or regular automatic that'd be cool but they love the cvt too much
I agree. it's a damn key fob, who cares as long as it does what it is supposed to do. I think complaining about it is ridiculous just like people keep complaining about the CVT. I have over 90,000 miles on my Altima SV with no issues at all. AlI I did was have the fluid changed.
@@morbid1 I got a 2015 altima, then saw all the complaints online and thought I made a huge mistake. I wanted a camry, but the altima was like $7k less... 5 years later, I dont understand the complaints. It's a great car. No issues and I get 600 miles every fill up. The cvt is awesome actually.
Hi Googly! I don’t get the complaints either? Mine has been superb. I have driven the hell out of it from Tx to Ga. a lot! I plan on trying to get a new Maxima SL next year . Every Nissan I have had has lasted years with no issues .
@@morbid1 Agreed, Im about to get my 4th altima soon. never had CVT issues. to be honest, never had any issues. I actually scared first and bought an extended warranty but never used it. wasted $2k... people pay $7k more to have a regular transmission. lol. CVT saves you on gas, plus even if it gets broken, the new CVT is about $3k. lol it sounds soooo stupid to pay $7k extra because a CVT may be broken and not repairable. :) and the key fob; that is the best possible key fob. it is useful and sleek. Perfect design... Also, the car is keyless. why you worry about the shape of something is in your pocket all the time? if you want to show off, get a t-shirt saying I got a brand new car because putting your car key on the table is the same thing.
That's our Altima Nissan 2020 twin Car ,we just purchase it this jan ,13 2024 We Love ,it i love driving it my Wife trade in the Nissan Sentra 2015 The problem of the Nissan Sentra. The transmission give but car servie US for almost 8 years then we have the Altima Nissan SV front will drive gray color
It's no competition that's for sure, I really hate the redesign, I think the last gen was way better looking, this gen looks cheap, boxy and not worth the money
Question. I am looking at a 2020 Altima Platinum which has 19 inch wheels. My issue is I will be on the highway 90 percent of the time and am worried about road and tire noise since they look low profile to me. What is your opinion on asking Nissan Dealer to put on 18 inch rims? Would that make much difference? Would it kill the look of the car?
Awd doesn’t matter when the CVT goes out and none of the wheels turn .. Jatco garbage transmissions.. btw Nissan knows this they’ll give you a whole 12 months 12,000 mile warranty on a new CVT because they know there garbage
I rent this 2020 Nissan Altima from Hertz rental. Not a lot of room compare to Camry or Accord. Not a lot of Power compare to Camry or Accord. I won't buy it. I would buy Toyota Camry or Altima or Honda Accord.
Take care cvt gearbox damage in80%of nissan and renault and costly 4000dollars انتبهوا يا شباب الفتيس الجير بيخرب في ٨٠ ٪من عربيات نيسان ورينو وغالي ب٩٠٠٠٠جنيه لا تشتري نيسان ولا رينو
I want Nissan to collaborate with Audi and use the 3.0L turbo (TFSI) V6 from the S5 and make the RS trim for this setup. Nissan should also make the V-Spec trim level (highest trim level) which should be powered by Audi 2.9L twin turbo V6 (444 HP) from the RS5, interior should be like European design (like Audi's) and replace the CVT with the ZF 8 speed auto, along with quattro AWD (it should be RWD biased). And one more thing, bring back the coupe and possibly they should introduce a sport wagon of Altima. Loved the overrall review and the car!
Same key fob as my mom’s 2005 Altima... Same key fob as my mom’s 2008 Altima... Same key fob as my girlfriends 2012 Rogue... Same key fob as my mom’s 2018 Q60... Nissan is stuck in the Stone Age technology wise! My 2019 Si’s infotainment is far superior to the Infiniti, but man is that thing a sweet drive. Great video Raiti!
Great review Joe I like the Altima but again why is Nissan using the DAMMMMMM CVT!!!!!!!! IN EVERYTHING!!😡. Would love to see a Nissan Titan XD. Thanks Joe.
Jay Patel The government want automakers to reach higher fuel ⛽️ economy. Most companies try to reach that target by innovative designs, Nissan go with CVT.
Nissan needs to overhaul their engines. Like seriously, who keeps saying CVTS are popular at Nissan? These cars are nice and it’s a shame because of the engine, people overlook the entire car. Engines will probably be the death of Nissan if they don’t get it together!!!
it’s so amazing that nissan infotainment system is 100% faster and better than infiniti’s ...
So very true!
I don't know why better every year their Infiniti tech gets more horrible idk y
White Fox they haven’t updated interiors yet the outside of their cars may look new but the inside meh
@@anthonymolina7416 that's the thing inside of a Infiniti has mostly always been meh (comfortable but outdated) that's why I prefer the maxima over thier Infiniti
White Fox they just need to use Toyota transmissions then it won’t be a bad car
I really like the interior of this vehicle, too bad they have a bad rap for there CVTs.
Well most of the interiors of the new cars are almost the same style... Nothing different to others cars.
I have had no issues with CVT. I had the fluid changed and have had no issues at all. Runs nice and smooth. I think it is more about people complaining just to complain. if it didn't have one people would find something else to complain about
Vincent Odell how many miles on your car?
@@morbid1 I think people with Nissan's just don't get there transmission fluid changed period. So yea they just complain.
@@shiftautomotive854 A little over 90,000
Dear Nissan, please offer AWD on the VC-Turbo.
Why wouldn't you just buy a Subaru Legacy. They more or less use the same CVT. Subaru has a 2.4L engine.
Oriental Dagger Subaru’s are unreliable
@@abhishekkalani6706 Nissan calling Subaru unreliable is like the pot calling the kettle black. The same company makes CVTs for Nissan and Subaru.
Oriental Dagger Nissan calling Subaru’s unreliable? I’m just stating a fact that Subaru’s are unreliable... and you know damn well they are
@@abhishekkalani6706 My point was if you want awd with a turbo get a Legacy. It is no more unreliable than a Nissan.
I didn't say a Legacy is reliable.
I just got my Altima SL, bought it the main reason being pro pilot assist. The day I got to know about it, I had a feeling it would be an awesome feature and sure enough it is. Various other cars offering lane keep assist would usually ping-pong but this doesn't and keeps you centered strongly. Now I am addicted to it. Its like a rewarding system when the pro pilot kicks in and takes up the driving on your behalf :) Also the complete stop and hold while in cruise is such an awesome feature in slow moving traffic. It won't even ask you to hold the wheel if the speed is less than 10 miles an hour and pro pilot is active. I downgraded from a 2017 Nissan Maxima and I am happy about it. Don't care much about V6 power(not racing) or CVT issues. This thing drives smooth and floats literally. This is such a fun car at an affordable price. Should be the number 1 in its kind. The redesign done in 2019 is seriously a great one as it looks so sleek inside and out. Now I am all the time super excited to head out. Its a true bang for your buck. Nice video, keep up the great work.
Thanks for sharing that great input! I appreciate the compliment!
Its fun until the transmission goes out
@@issavibez394 This is the problem with internet. Everything gets exaggerated.
@@issavibez394 We must enjoy life until the fun lasts :-)
NO!!!!!! horrible CVT and reliability...get the Camry XSE with red leather seats, panoramic sunroof, and V6!!!!
For 31k i can get nice a camry XSE with panoramic roof and 2 tone body color
acobos00 I totally agree with you!
And a reliable automatic transmission.
So the Altima has a flat bottom steering wheel and my Z doesn't......
And the turbo option too....
Altima: Evolves
Z: Am I a joke to you?
Even prius has it since 2013
I’m here for the zonks
Nothing led about the lights in the back, it’s full incandescent.
It's cheap to change the bulbs.😐
Rashaud L. If you had leds you would never have to change them 🤷🏽♂️
@@slump45 That's very very true. But then they'd be adding thousands to the Price.
It’s so next year they can add them and act like it’s new and fancy 😂
@@jettpearson424 Also true lol
If it weren't for the crappy CVT transmissions I'd buy one for my next car. Otherwise, with me it's either Hyundai Sonata, Toyota Camry, or the Honda Accord with the 10 speed automatic, maybe the Malibu with the Automatic Transmission.
Bill Deco good choices. Stay away from those CVT's. I own a 2012 Altima with the CVT and the entire car is a ticking time bomb.
I just got my nissan altima sv yesterday. Wow i love it specially the driver seat comfortable. I sold my honda accord 2019 lx im not happy with that car. The driver seat hurt my butt and my leg even you adjust he seat.... not a comfortable car.
Congrats on your new car! Thank you for sharing some of that input from your experience!
@@RaitisRides you're welcome. Thanks
I test drove a 2019 Accord and It was like sitting on a cheap piece of plastic, very uncomfortable. Comfort comes first.
altima interior looks better than Camry interior
I would lease this car but because of the CVT I would never own this for a long period of time.
I totally agree with you!
Why? What’s wrong with a CVT? What’s the difference between a CVT and an automatic?
@@mcdus78 a cvt is pully and automatic is actual gears changing
lit car spotting life joshua the car guy Man first invented the pulley😂 Why didn’t they think of that in the first place? Now CVT have a bad reputation for reliability.
Those tablets that come glued to the dash of every new car look hideous. I prefer when the stereo looks like a stereo not a tablet on my dash
In my Honest opinion, Joe, that car can be AWD, 6WD, 8WD, it doesn’t matter. Nissan is not a brand the competitors need to worry about due to the bad reliability, CVT, and no bang for the buck!
Oscar Lopez Not, to mention they are all ugly as hell and boring, also offer very outdated sports car. And still offers a truck that has been around since 2004. Yep, Nissans are now a joke.
I just bought mine and i have a lifetime warranty for as long as i own it so i don’t mind the transmission 🤷🏾♂️
How do you have a lifetime warranty?
Johnny Pinkleton from the dealership i bought the car from
@@keyshawnrussell245 did you have to buy the warranty?
Keyshawn Russell life time hahaha!! Dang they got u. There is no life time warranty smh!!
I have a 2019 sv Altima. LOVE LOVE LOVE it. It's my 3rd Altima. Never buy anything other car
Thanks for sharing that Susan! I appreciate you watching!
Am planning of getting one but people keep talking about nissan cvt bad experience.
He starts the car, rev's the engine like it's supposed sound like something exciting and still sounds like 4 cylinder 😆
I have a Benz,Jaguar and Altima and sometimes I just rather drive the Altima and idk why
Love the videos bro, you’re the best reviewer
Thanks for that awesome support!
Raiti's Rides no problem 👍🏼
Itz JuXn you are a great person!
Raiti's Rides thanks man, you are too! You’re like my TH-cam teacher on cars! 🤣
@@RaitisRides you are the best. I used to watch doug, but after I found you I cant watch him anymore. I dont watch redline as much anymore either.I love how often you review cars.👍 keep up the great work
Personally, I'd love to have a Honda Accord 2.0t sport with the good ol manual transmission
DisneyChanneFlow 2 now we are talking!
Loved watching you hustle it through the corners. I'd go with Camry over this. But if you need the AWD it's a small field. New Subaru Legacy would be an alternative.
I don’t know about reliability. But I think the interior and drive feels better than the Accord. I wasn’t impressed with the accord at all.
And I hate when dealers badge the cars with there name. It’s so tacky.
Thanks for sharing your input and perspective! I appreciate you watching!
It's rather obvious that numerous individuals that have posted here know very little about CVT's ,,, today's CVT's are considerably improved over earlier CVT's. My new vehicle is a Nissan Altima Platinum in beautiful Sunset Drift metallic paint the vehicle is absolutely loaded. The 2.5 engine coupled with the CVT ( which is so smooth ) gives me all the power I would ever need for the type of driving I do and has AWD.
I certainly did some shopping around before I bought, here's the facts ,, 2020 Honda Accord, not even close when it came to features was over $ 8000.00 more expensive ( you sure can buy a hell of a lot of gas for $ 8000.00 ).
2020 Toyota Prius, not even remotely close ,, 1.8 engine with a CVT and a fraction of the high end features I have in my new Altima ,, the Prius was priced ( overpriced ) at $ 3186.00 more than my loaded Altima which came by the way with a full set of Firestone winter tires on sharp looking alloys.
The rear truck space is CAVERNOUS, CAVERNOUS!! Looks like rear space of the Chevy Empala of old! Awesome! Great to hear that the interior is quiet and wheel noise is almost nonexistant and YES, styling is awesome!! Nice review as always bro! Thanks!
Thank you for sharing your input and perspective. I really appreciate you watching!
Raiti's Rides Thanks for the response brother! Blessings and continued success!!
I wish that there was more manual transmission option for awd cars. Would love this with an manual.
timephire manual & a turbo sound good to me!
The wheel design isn't bad, they just look a little too small to me. That's probably mostly because we're getting so used to seeing larger wheels on cars these days. We want those wheel wells nice and full! It's unfortunate they don't have a better engine option. Always a big zonk for cars that look sporty but don't move sporty.
If Nissan gets rid of that CVT, they'd be 🔥
they insists on the CVT. they use to be a sporty company. Even the infinity brand uses the CVT and now all front wheel drive.
Courtney P and pricey. Only reason why those cars are cheap is cause of the cvt
Not a fan of Nissan but you’re a great car reviewer tumbs up to you bro
I'm glad sedans are still here because I hate CUVs and SUVs.
My wife just bought this Altima but without AWD. She's absolutely happy with the car. Would've loved to see you hit this hidden button on the shift knob which turns the car into D-S mode, which makes for a little more fun when driving it :)
Great review!!
YeungSoy SoyBoy feel like I’m in fast and furious when I press that button lol
We can talk after they drop that cvt...
Sure it is, much more competitive than the previous generation. Imo though, the Mazda 6, Accord, Optima, and Malibu are the lookers of the class. Anything with a CVT gets a NOPE from me.
WB Wayne CVT gets a no from me as well.
My 2012 Nissan Altima 2.5 (same engine as this one) has the same old key fob. The wheels just make this unit look budget. Nissan needs to use the larger wheel/tire setup across the board - not just on the upper trim levels. The factory alloys on my '12 look far better. It's also screaming out for led brake lights and/or rear turn signals. In truth, they should have made hp gradations of the VC turbo standard on all models offering at least 205 hp in the base model. They need something special to really nip at the heals of the kings-- Camry and Accord. Those guys are the kings for defintive reasons.
They should get rid of the Altima, keep the Maxima but add AWD, get rid of the CVT and add a little more horsepower and really call it a '4 Door Sports Sedan'
Laszlo Boocz Couldn’t agree more. Get rid of the CVT transmission.
That's not a bad idea. I would go strictly RWD/AWD on the Maxima and give it 330 Hp. The price however might go over $50k. Nissan needs some bread and butter vehicles like the Altima and Rogue to stay afloat. Recall that a Ghosn ran off with some money and mismanaged the company during the latter years of his tenure. Ghosn is being prosecuted by Nissan.
If anything, the Maxima would be the one to go. Altima is the volume seller, has enough trims to satisfy their entire target demographics.
Kaylon Centers Right. The Altima is the one selling and making money. That’s like saying “get rid of the Accord then make the Civic a midsize vehicle”
@@jetfuel6043 Yes, thank you! People have to understand that automakers cut slow selling, unprofitable makes from their lineup. Maxima has less interior room than Altima, has lacked some key technology and costs several thousands more than Altima.
Nissan makes some of the best looking cars
I'd totally buy one
If it weren't for that darn CVT
The CVT helps propel my260hp muranoto 60 mph in7. 3(the swme as the 290hp santa fe with traditional trans. The Williams' formula one racer used a CVT. With success. Later CVTs were banned-its like cheating because they are so good!
But the jatco made cvt in the nissan is infamous for its atrocious reliability and its tendency to fall apart at around 40-60k miles
Nissan has some TRASH CVT transmissions
Dizzney jnr you're right. They are prone to fail. I have a '12 Altima that I purchased used but I had the sense to get an extended warranty on the car. That CVT could go at anytime and it would cost $4k to $5k easily to replace.
dizney jnr I agree 100%. Nissan CVT transmissions are junk!
Mine has been totally fine for 50k miles. Get 38 mpg highway thanks to the cvt
@@NoName-gv6nm yeah, that's one of the good lemons
My request came true! Thanks Joe for the review!
Of Course Joe! Thanks for the support!
Raiti's Rides love the channel.
Joe Taylor thanks for being part of the Raiti’s Rides Family!
Oh since I'm being long winded, I might as well state the obvious. Nissan already has a 2.0 L turbo-charged engine which they use in the Infiniti lineup and also sell to Mercedes-Benz for use in the GLA compact SUV. This engine makes around 208 hp. Why not just stuff it in the Altima along with a 7-speed auto? Why spend $$$$ to develop a new engine and then couple it to a CVT when you already have parts sitting on the shelf? If it's good enough for M-B, it's darn sure good enough for an Altima!
I've got an Altima 2020 and have had a Camry.. I prefer the Altima
I have a 2.0VC platinum. I had them take out the ugly wood grain that came with mines and replace with what you are testing. Only quality issue I have is the plastic near and around the touch screen. Other wise I love my car so far after 5 months. Thanx for the review.
How is it holding up 3 years later ? I’m asking because I just got one 44.000 miles
@@ohhbradley4460 I had zero issues with it mechanically. June 2022 someone rear ended me and totaled. It had 84000 miles. Only had to get dash repaired but they fixed in 1 day. I have f150 now bud.
Thanks Joe for reviewing
I love my 2019 Altima SR
Miguel Ircontar how you like it overall? We are looking at them.
Brandon Blair I love it coming from a 2017 Sentra S
The Altima is smoother you should def test drive one
Only thing I don’t like isn’t that it doesn’t have rear LED taillights but I am perfectly fine with the LED headlights where I can see better at night
My sis has a 2017 SR with over 70k Miles not one single problem
Daniel Lopez my sis has a 2017 SR with over 70k Miles not a single problem
Miguel Ircontar ty sir
Michael Obama go look at a Toyota Camry xse you’ll love it
Clean ride! Wheels design doesn't give the wheel any depth and the key fob does need a refresh
The wheels look so plain. I like brushed metal, but it looks so boring and doesn't look good on the car.
Love nissan cars
I am so glad that I can share them with you!
Its possible if you can do a review on the honda accord hybrid version. Thank you.
Stay tuned Lin! It is on the way!
Awesome car, the fuel efficiency, especially for the size is remarkable on the Accord Hybrid.
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RUN it's a Nissan. I wonder how bad the transmission will be in this one.
I feel your pain!
I’m zonking the tail lights. LED tail lights and LED brake lights are actually not available on any trim.
normal car buyers who dont know about car reliability......will more likely buy this altima than accord or camry.....this altima is so beautiful.....same appeal as lexus
cali818 but which is actually reliable? Toyota just had a massive recall, I have always been a Honda person, but they are having issues with oil dilution in their 1.5L engines, and their braking system brakes on its on, randomly. The Altima is actually sounding like the safest bet among the three.
Wanted to buy this over the 2019 Camry but they haven't fixed the transmission problems yet on most Nissan's. Did alot of deep research on nissan Forums and facebook groups and theirs still complaints of the 2018s rogues/Altimas/Maximas having transmission issues before 15-50k miles.. fix this nissan please.
@@garzdiva I actually rented a 2018 camry with 88k miles and it drove the same as my 2019 camry. The engine or transmission or interior showed no wear. Went through the service history and the car just had basic maintenance done. I wanted to get the honda accord 2.0T but my last accord didnt make it to 100k before the transmission went at 97k same with my 2011 civic. Never had a Mazda but I heard they have engine problems on the skyactive engines and weak transmissions. Not sure about the new ones but didnt wana take a risk. The 8 speed transmission toyota is using Is on most lexus products and other toyota SUVs so its proven to be reliable.
Once Nissan gets rid of that GD “CVT” transmission they will build a “BETTER MORE PLEASING” automotive product!
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I like how it responds 2 small inputs of the throttle and it does come off the line pretty good. I would only want them 2 go to a regular auto if they had a really lolly good 1 but they don't so the cvt is really good actually.
I considered this and the Accord. But I went with a Camry and I'm very happy that I did.
I bought my 2013 Altima in December. I'm writing this while riding the train because the transmission crapped all over me. DO NOT BUY THIS CAR, fair warning...
Donyce19 change your transmission fluid every 40,000 miles 🤦♂️
To be safe I've heard 20k to 30k. Hopefully getting my car fixed this week fingers crossed
I noticed in California, these new Altimas are pretty popular. People love the Camry and Accord as well here! California still has room for sedans over suvs
American marques are the ones who can't give away sedans to save their life. Foreign brands have recently seen a bit of an increase in sedan sales and a drop in truck and SUVs.
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This is so very true!
If yall don't like Nissans cvt but want a Nissan, then get one of these:
-2019 Armada
-2019 Micra
-2019 Versa (Note for canada)
- All 2019 Nissan trucks
-2019 nissan leaf series
- All 2019 sport cars
2019 and ABOVE!
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@@RaitisRides no problem!
Can you do reviews on top 5 cars with less maintenance and that is worth it over the years
That is a great idea! I will get that together for you!
That is an awesome video ideo! Please make that video raiti rides! Love your content
Raiti's Rides hi raiti, im your fan from south africa! Love ur content
I bet she holds. Car and Drive tested it on the skidpad and outperforms the BMW 3 series and the 370z😁. Loving the numerous Nissan coverage btw. So much negativity towards this brand usually. I'd love to see a Sentra Nismo review 😁
Thanks Greg! Stay tuned for more!
Could benefit from grill shutters like the 2015 murano. 260 hp makes the CVT livable in the murano.
Thanks for sharing that great input and perspective!
Very underwhelming. Boring design and sleepy performance. Kill the CVT, bring back the V6, and add AWD as an option to all models.
Nissan should be hiring you shortly I presume.
J Highi I use to have an Altima with a V6. Great car. Not so much anymore.
@@TonyA4766
I get that, but the V6 motor in mass market mainstream sedans is extinct (except for the Camry). Even AWD in sedans is less cost efficient than a crossover SUV that shares the same chassis platform.
J High should be. It was a much better driving car back then.
What a joke. Nissan juke has 188 hp like this one. Yet altima is double the weight. Give some hp Nissan.!
I totally agree with you!
I never understand people complain about there CVT’s but yet people still buying their cars🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔
DrEvilToBe same. I think some people don’t know though. I honestly wouldn’t know if I didn’t watch TH-cam or read forums lol.
Nissan new there transmissions were junk why don't they replace it or fix them ? Corporate greed..don't buy Nissan's..🤓😁😁😁
no he did not say mike and Ike lol
I love Mike & Ikes!
Can't wait for the 2019 nissan sentra sr turbo
Same here!
For some reason I like this Chanel can you do the Dodge Charger scat pack
Hi Jesus! Thank you for saying that! I will get that together for you!
I'm thinking that being an AWD vehicle is why it has 17" wheels with a bit larger sidewall.
No it's just the trim level. You can get larger wheels in the sr or platinum
Nissan the best ever.
Nice presentation however, Nissan mess up after 2003 with the cvd transmission. I still drive 1999.5 pathfinder 4wd manual 226000 miles never let me down, I have only replaced the catalyst converters and knock sensor !!
I totally agree with you!
The cvt came after 2007. i have the 2006 altima whit the old transmissión and 170,000 miles not trans issues till now
I wish they'd offer AWD with the turbo engine, that'd be a really fun daily driver. If they offered it with a manual or regular automatic that'd be cool but they love the cvt too much
I totally agree with you Dylan!
AWD!!?? for a sedan!??? DAMN WHERE THESE PEOPLE DRIVING THESE CARS ON!!????
Keith W. 😂 you are awesome!
@@RaitisRides thank you
People are crazy. AWD is such a waste of money unless you offroad or live in Minnesota
No LEDS on the taillights at all!!!!
does it make any differences? really i don't mind that
nice I still like my 2016
I'm just curious. What would you want the key fob to look like?
Probably like it didnt come out of a 2011 Versa note. Lol
I agree. it's a damn key fob, who cares as long as it does what it is supposed to do. I think complaining about it is ridiculous just like people keep complaining about the CVT. I have over 90,000 miles on my Altima SV with no issues at all. AlI I did was have the fluid changed.
@@morbid1 I got a 2015 altima, then saw all the complaints online and thought I made a huge mistake. I wanted a camry, but the altima was like $7k less... 5 years later, I dont understand the complaints. It's a great car. No issues and I get 600 miles every fill up. The cvt is awesome actually.
Hi Googly! I don’t get the complaints either? Mine has been superb. I have driven the hell out of it from Tx to Ga. a lot! I plan on trying to get a new Maxima SL next year . Every Nissan I have had has lasted years with no issues .
@@morbid1 Agreed, Im about to get my 4th altima soon. never had CVT issues. to be honest, never had any issues. I actually scared first and bought an extended warranty but never used it. wasted $2k... people pay $7k more to have a regular transmission. lol. CVT saves you on gas, plus even if it gets broken, the new CVT is about $3k. lol it sounds soooo stupid to pay $7k extra because a CVT may be broken and not repairable. :)
and the key fob; that is the best possible key fob. it is useful and sleek. Perfect design... Also, the car is keyless. why you worry about the shape of something is in your pocket all the time? if you want to show off, get a t-shirt saying I got a brand new car because putting your car key on the table is the same thing.
That's our Altima Nissan 2020 twin Car ,we just purchase it this jan ,13 2024 We Love ,it i love driving it my Wife trade in the Nissan Sentra 2015
The problem of the Nissan Sentra. The transmission give but car servie US for almost 8 years then we have the Altima Nissan SV front will drive gray color
Might be my next whip I have the 2015 sv and like it
Awesome review terrible car
Came for the nissa, stayed for the Mike and Ikes
This will be my dream car!! Good job Joe.
It's no competition that's for sure, I really hate the redesign, I think the last gen was way better looking, this gen looks cheap, boxy and not worth the money
Ew wtf, this gen is more luxurious and has a sporty stance and ride to it. It also has AWD! None of its competitors have awd!
Dad gum it! A flat bottom steering wheel on an Altima.
Question. I am looking at a 2020 Altima Platinum which has 19 inch wheels. My issue is I will be on the highway 90 percent of the time and am worried about road and tire noise since they look low profile to me. What is your opinion on asking Nissan Dealer to put on 18 inch rims? Would that make much difference? Would it kill the look of the car?
You would get a little more comfortable ride. I don't think it will kill the look but may change it.
@@RaitisRides Thanks for the reply
I have a 2019 Altima AWD SL and I have to say i wouldn’t trade it for anything I love it! It handles so well!
Don't buy it. Your backseat guest will suffer as there is no vents located in the rear. Also handling is terrible.
Awd doesn’t matter when the CVT goes out and none of the wheels turn .. Jatco garbage transmissions.. btw Nissan knows this they’ll give you a whole 12 months 12,000 mile warranty on a new CVT because they know there garbage
Correction, the back lights are not LED’s
Those wheels look like a beauty. A bit small for me. Maybe they might have a reason bc it is all wheel drive.
I rent this 2020 Nissan Altima from Hertz rental. Not a lot of room compare to Camry or Accord. Not a lot of Power compare to Camry or Accord. I won't buy it. I would buy Toyota Camry or Altima or Honda Accord.
Simple freaking keyfob and they couldn’t even change it, and that fake carbon fiber on the door lolll carbon fiber in an Altima? Lollllllll
They just insist on doing these ugly designs
Take care cvt gearbox damage in80%of nissan and renault and costly 4000dollars انتبهوا يا شباب الفتيس الجير بيخرب في ٨٠ ٪من عربيات نيسان ورينو وغالي ب٩٠٠٠٠جنيه لا تشتري نيسان ولا رينو
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Not bad looking and AWD is nice to have but I’d pick the Accord or Camry over it. Nice driving Joe! Good review. 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸
I totally agree with you!
@@RaitisRides Definitely would get a Toyota Camry XSE V6 or the TRD.
Jay Patel ALL DAY LONG!
@@RaitisRides Same here bro.♥️
Jay Patel great minds think a like!
I want Nissan to collaborate with Audi and use the 3.0L turbo (TFSI) V6 from the S5 and make the RS trim for this setup. Nissan should also make the V-Spec trim level (highest trim level) which should be powered by Audi 2.9L twin turbo V6 (444 HP) from the RS5, interior should be like European design (like Audi's) and replace the CVT with the ZF 8 speed auto, along with quattro AWD (it should be RWD biased). And one more thing, bring back the coupe and possibly they should introduce a sport wagon of Altima. Loved the overrall review and the car!
2016 Altima SV owner, I probably should’ve waited a bit haha
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You got jokes today right? Altima better than Accord? Never. Especially not these days. Nissan is junk.
Same key fob as my mom’s 2005 Altima... Same key fob as my mom’s 2008 Altima... Same key fob as my girlfriends 2012 Rogue... Same key fob as my mom’s 2018 Q60... Nissan is stuck in the Stone Age technology wise! My 2019 Si’s infotainment is far superior to the Infiniti, but man is that thing a sweet drive. Great video Raiti!
Key fob doesn't bother me but the CVT!
You sure about the 2005 Altima? I had a 2005 Altima and I didn't have that key fob. 2007 is when the Altima & other Nissans got this key fob
Beautiful styling. Always loved Altimas. Kind of weak on the HP (188) for a $31K car tho 🤨🤷♂️
Great review Joe I like the Altima but again why is Nissan using the DAMMMMMM CVT!!!!!!!! IN EVERYTHING!!😡. Would love to see a Nissan Titan XD. Thanks Joe.
Jay Patel
The government want automakers to reach higher fuel ⛽️ economy.
Most companies try to reach that target by innovative designs, Nissan go with CVT.
@@pjay1281 Totally fricking agree that's some dumb garbage that Nissan is doing and has been for a very long time.
@Randy Jackson I know right some absolute BS😡😡🥊🥊 from Nissan.
The cvt is not that bad actually
@@NoName-gv6nm Agree but I don't like CVT'S.
Nissan needs to overhaul their engines. Like seriously, who keeps saying CVTS are popular at Nissan? These cars are nice and it’s a shame because of the engine, people overlook the entire car. Engines will probably be the death of Nissan if they don’t get it together!!!
AGREED!
It’s a transmission not an engine
Scotty would stop someone from buying this if he saw em No it’s a endless money pit . Salesmen come on I almost had em
Lol
Altimas and Maximas' have always been nice
I just do not like their CVT transmissions.
Maxima had this design first Altima just remodel their design this year I rather get the maxima than the 2019 Altima
6:26 Good idea to turn down the radio there, Joe. You don't want TH-cam giving you a zonk at that one.
👍Nissan👍
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👍2.5👍
👍Need more hp👍
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300 and no CVT would work for me!