The Nissan Altima has built a reputation as one of the most sophisticated cars in its class. The new iteration is no exception. When you get in the driver's seat of the 2020 Nissan Altima, you’ll immediately notice the comfort, intuitive controls, rich array of technology, and of course, its robust performance.
One of the most exciting new features available on the 2020 Altima for us Northern Colorado drivers is the addition of Nissan's Intelligent
All Wheel Drive. For the first time, you can get this amazing sedan with AWD, providing you with more confidence in snow and inclement weather.
Just like the Nissan Rogue, this new Altima was designed to be compatible with the AWD hardware from the outset. Doing so kept weight and handling in check and prevented any extreme drop in fuel economy that might be expected for an AWD upgrade.
AWD Altima Performance
The AWD Altima utilizes Nissan's 4 cylinder, 2.5 Liter Direct Injection Gasoline engine, providing 188 horsepower. It is paired with a Continuously Variable Transmission. The Xtronic CVT features dynamic step shifting, wider gear ratio coverage, and an adaptive shift controller. The result is a more connected, spirited driving experience.
Nissan's Intelligent AWD system consistently monitors road conditions and can respond to changes in the blink of an eye. It distributes power, as needed, to the wheels with the best traction. In normal driving conditions, power is sent to the Altima's front wheels to maximize fuel economy. This results in extreme fuel efficiency. Read on to learn more about the AWD Altima's impressive MPG ratings.
Fuel Economy
The AWD Altima weighs 120 lbs more than the FWD versions. You’d never notice the extra weight from behind the wheel, however. You likely won't notice at the fuel pump, either, as this version of the Altima has maintained impressive fuel economy. The AWD Altima S, SV, and SL provides a respectable 26 MPG in city driving and 36 mpg on the highway.
To put that in perspective, the most efficient FWD Altima provides 28 mpg in the city and 39 on the highway. Compare that with its bigger sibling, the Rogue, which offers 26 city, 33 highway, and 29 combined. While the FWD Altima will use slightly less gas, MPG decrease is small and a fair trade for AWD capabilities.
Safety and Technology
Innovative features boosting comfort and safety are just a few of the reasons to consider the new AWD Altima. The newest model is available with Nissan's safety Shield 360, which will help you watch the road and cover your blind spots. Safety Shield 360 incorporates Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection, Blind Spot Warning, Lane Departure Warning, High Beam Assist, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, and Rear Automatic Braking. Intelligent Forward Collision Warning is also on the lookout when you can't see what's ahead. Additionally, the AWD Altima features Nissan's innovative ProPILOT Assist. This hands on driver assistance system makes long commutes and traffic packed drives a breeze.
The Altima also comes equipped with an intuitive and engaging infotainment system stocked with available features including smartphone compatibility, Apple Car Play, Android Auto and a Wi-Fi hotspot.
Stop by Valley Nissan in Longmont to check it out for yourself!
