The Nissan Altima sedan has been comprehensively refreshed and upgraded for the 2023 model year, and the result is a vehicle that’s more impressive than ever.

Assertive Exterior Design

The 2023 Altima proves that there’s much more to the auto world than generic SUV outlines. From its prominent front grille to its sharply back-sloping roofline, it’s a sedan that speaks of confidence and assertive power. Several refinements for 2023 enhance the Altima’s appearance even further, including a choice of new aluminum-alloy wheel designs of up to 19 inches in size, sleek LED headlights with day-running lights and integrated turn signals, and available matte black grille and air inlet finishes that add a dramatic edge.

High-End Powertrain

The Altima’s outward confidence is matched by power under the hood. The engine is a 2.5L four-cylinder direct injection design, capable of producing a hefty 182 horsepower and 178lb-ft of torque, plenty enough to propel the sedan frame with poise and accurate handling.

Intelligent all-wheel drive is supplied as standard, including an advanced torque management system which distributes power between the front and rear wheels as the conditions demand, delivering a smooth and controllable drive in all everyday driving scenarios.

To complete the drivetrain specs, all models are equipped with an Xtronic continuously variable transmission (CVT), with optional paddle shifters included on the higher trims.

Fuel Economy

All this power doesn’t come at a high fuel cost. The 2023 Altima returns economy figures as low as 6.5L/100km on the highway and 9.0L in the city, delivering high frugality without sacrificing any driving thrills.

Active Safety Systems

Nissan holds a commanding lead in active safety technology thanks to its ProPilot Assist system, included as standard on all trims except the entry level. A key highlight of the package is the adaptive cruise-control feature that not only maintains a safe speed and distance from the vehicle ahead but will also help keep the vehicle safely in its lane. Traffic jam management is also included, with the vehicle automatically slowing to a complete stop when necessary, before resuming as traffic starts moving again.

What’s more, all 2023 Altima trims are equipped with the Safety Shield 360 system, which offers active safety and driver-assist features, including:

• Forward-collision warnings with pedestrian detection and automatic emergency braking
• Lane-departure warnings
• Radar-based blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alerts
• Driver alertness monitoring
• Automatic traffic sign recognition

Interior and Technology

The final area of the Altima to receive upgrades is the interior technology, with the most impressive enhancement being an available 12.3-inch high-definition touchscreen display used to access the infotainment features. The range of functions on display can be customized to put the most-used favourites within easy reach, while the multi-touch control is backed up by Amazon Alexa voice recognition technology.

Depending on the trim level, available features include Nissan’s own advanced Door to Door navigation system, a wireless phone charging pad, a Wi-Fi hotspot facility, and smartphone integration through wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Finally, for infotainment, the standard audio can be upgraded to a nine-speaker Bose system to give high-fidelity reproduction in every part of the passenger cabin.

Experience the 2023 Nissan Altima for Yourself

With the latest refresh, the Nissan Altima becomes an even more attractive proposition than before. To experience its many enhancements and upgrades for yourself, please book a test drive using the button below.

Please Note: The details of this article were accurate at the time it was written. Manufacturers may change the details of any vehicle’s specifications at any time and without notice.