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Nissan Altima Coupe
Quick verdict
The fast answer firstThe Nissan Altima Coupe pairs a 270 hp V6 and five-star safety with a price around 25,000, making it good value in its segment. Its 8.4 combined consumption and 6.5 s 0-100 keep it both efficient for its class and brisk.
Best for: budget friendliness, road trips, small family useWatch out for: people carrying bulkier loads more oftenStrong rival: Ford Capri LaserSimilar Nissan: Nissan QashqaiStarting price: 25,000 USDConsumption: 8.4 L/100 km
Quick reference
A fast read on where this car fits
Premium feel
Moderate
Family practicality
Moderate
Road trip comfort
Moderate
Budget friendliness
Good
Performance
Moderate
City fit
Moderate
Cargo space fit
Not suitable
Winter suitability
Moderate
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Better overall choice
Ford Capri Laser
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Nissan Qashqai
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Who this car is best for
Best fit and tradeoffsBest for
- Budget-led buyers trying to stretch value
- Families wanting a useful daily car
- Longer trips where comfort and stability matter
- Drivers wanting a balanced day-to-day car
Less ideal for
- People carrying bulkier loads more often
- Buyers prioritizing a more upscale feel
- Large families needing 7 seats
- Buyers prioritizing the very lowest fuel costs
Key specs
At a glance
Starting price
25,000 USD
Top speed
210 km/h
0–100 km/h
6.5 seconds
Horsepower
270 ps
Torque
350 Nm
Consumption
8.4 L/100 km
Trunk capacity
335 L
Seats
4
Powertrain
V6
Drive
n/a
Should you choose the Nissan Altima Coupe?
A practical buyer-focused readWhy choose it
- Strong V6 (270 hp, 350 Nm) with 6.5 s 0-100
- Five-star safety rating
- Efficient for its class (8.4 combined)
- Good value in its segment at 25,000
Why skip it
- Only 4 seats; lacks five-seat flexibility
- 335 L trunk limits cargo-heavy use
- Coupe layout hampers rear-seat access
- Reliability score 75 may trail class leaders
Where this fits in the Nissan lineup
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Nissan Altima
Body style
Coupe
Powertrain
V6
Position in lineup
Midsize
Where this car stands out
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Nissan Altima Coupe in more detail
More detailed contextNissan Altima Coupe overview
This coupe blends 270 hp V6 performance, five-star safety, and a price around 25,000, delivering good value in its segment.
Performance and efficiency
With 350 Nm of torque and 0-100 in 6.5 seconds, it feels responsive, while a combined consumption of 8.4 is efficient for its class. A 210 top speed supports relaxed highway cruising.
Practicality and safety
Four seats and a 335 L trunk suit light travel more than cargo-heavy use, and the coupe layout limits rear-seat access. Five-star safety and a reliability score of 75 complete a balanced everyday package.
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