Pontiac G8 vs Nissan Altima
Overview | |
Years produced1993-Present | Years produced2008-2009 |
MSRP$27,000 | MSRP$28,190 |
Listings9556 | Listings62 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews5.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
Pros
Cons
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Reviews SummaryCompared to midsize sedans, compact crossover SUVs offer more interior room, a taller driving position, easier entry and exit, and more models offer all-wheel drive (AWD). Their extra ground clearance helps you through snow or to scramble down a trail, too. They literally leave sedans in the dust, though they’re usually more expensive, get worse fuel economy, and handle less securely. Nevertheless, Nissan adds a value-packed 2025 Altima SV Special Edition Package to the lineup to drum up interest in its fading family car. Verdict: Is the 2025 Nissan Altima a good car? It has terrific front seats, available AWD, and SL and SR Premium Package models offer competitive technology. Otherwise, it simply doesn’t have what it takes to attract customers better served by other midsize cars. | |
Reviews Summary | |
No video found | No video found |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 188 hp I4 | Engine3.6L 256 hp V6 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower188 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower256 hp @ 6300 rpm |
MPG City27 | MPG City17 |
MPG Highway39 | MPG Highway25 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 188 hp I4 | Engine Name3.6L 256 hp V6 |
Torque180 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm | Torque248 lb-ft @ 2100 rpm |
Horsepower188 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower256 hp @ 6300 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City27 | MPG City17 |
MPG Highway39 | MPG Highway25 |
Interior | |
Leather Seats | Leather SeatsOptional |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofOptional |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space15.4 cu ft | Cargo Space17.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight3253 lbs | Curb Weight3885 lbs |
Height56.7 in | Height57.7 in |
Length192.9 in | Length196.1 in |
Width72.9 in | Width74.8 in |
Wheelbase111.2 in | Wheelbase114.8 in |
Maximum Payload1075 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | Standard Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1993-Present | 2008-2009 |
MSRP | $27,000 | $28,190 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 5.8 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | Compared to midsize sedans, compact crossover SUVs offer more interior room, a taller driving position, easier entry and exit, and more models offer all-wheel drive (AWD). Their extra ground clearance helps you through snow or to scramble down a trail, too. They literally leave sedans in the dust, though they’re usually more expensive, get worse fuel economy, and handle less securely. Nevertheless, Nissan adds a value-packed 2025 Altima SV Special Edition Package to the lineup to drum up interest in its fading family car. Verdict: Is the 2025 Nissan Altima a good car? It has terrific front seats, available AWD, and SL and SR Premium Package models offer competitive technology. Otherwise, it simply doesn’t have what it takes to attract customers better served by other midsize cars. | |
Video | No video found | No video found |
Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 188 hp I4 | 3.6L 256 hp V6 |
Drive Train | FWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 188 hp @ 6000 rpm | 256 hp @ 6300 rpm |
MPG City | 27 | 17 |
MPG Highway | 39 | 25 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 188 hp I4 | 3.6L 256 hp V6 |
Torque | 180 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm | 248 lb-ft @ 2100 rpm |
Horsepower | 188 hp @ 6000 rpm | 256 hp @ 6300 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 27 | 17 |
MPG Highway | 39 | 25 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Optional | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Optional | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 15.4 cu ft | 17.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3253 lbs | 3885 lbs |
Height | 56.7 in | 57.7 in |
Length | 192.9 in | 196.1 in |
Width | 72.9 in | 74.8 in |
Wheelbase | 111.2 in | 114.8 in |
Maximum Payload | 1075 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | |
Standard Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | |

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