The 2024 Nissan Altima Buyer’s Guide
It has been over 30 years since Nissan took the automotive world by storm with the introduction of the Altima, a midsize sedan with the roominess of a larger model and the performance of a sports coupe. Canadian drivers were blown away by all the Altima has to offer, which is why it continues to be among the most popular sedans for drivers here in Edmonton. The 2024 Altima represents the latest incremental advance since Nissan brought out the sixth generation of this sedan in 2019.
This year, folks who are looking for a Nissan Altima for sale will be happy to see that the vehicle comes with a three-year trial subscription for NissanConnect Services. This replaces the prior six-month trial period, so you get a long time to decide if you want to continue enjoying features like remote lock/unlock and remote start on your Altima. For folks here in Canada, that remote engine start is especially helpful in winter, allowing you to warm up your vehicle before you head out to work or take your kids to school.
At Northside Nissan, we are proud to offer drivers like you the full lineup of Nissan cars, trucks, and SUVs, including the 2024 Altima. We know this will be a great sedan for you to fall in love with, no matter your driving needs.
Four Trims to Choose From
Nissan offers drivers a choice of four different trim levels on the 2024 Altima. This allows you to decide the features and styling you prefer. The base Altima S has all of this model's standard features and systems. You will get a choice of Gun Metallic, Super Black, and Glacier White on your Altima’s exterior. If you choose the Altima SR, you will also get to pick Scarlet Ember Tintcoat, Pearl White TriCoat, Deep Blue Pearl, and Grey Sky Pearl. This trim also rides on a set of 48 cm sport-design alloy wheels that give the Altima a very modern look.
The Altima SR Premium adds a larger touchscreen to the NissanConect system, as well as a Bose Premium Sound System. The top trim is the Altima Platinum, which has fewer colour choices than the mid trims. However, the Platinum has the full package of features, including driver memory and an Intelligent Around View Monitor. Despite all the features, the price range makes the 2024 Altima affordable for most folks in Edmonton.
Standard Performance That Is Anything but Routine
The sporty design of the Altima is not just for appearances, and you'll see this as soon as you get to the Nissan dealership. Every trim of the 2024 Nissan Altima comes equipped with a 2.5L I-4 gas engine. This has a dual overhead camshaft design, with four valves for each cylinder. The engine comes paired with an Xtronic transmission, Nissan’s version of the continuously variable transmission. The SR and SR Premium trims have steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters so you can emulate a manual transmission performance without the hassle of working a clutch. The Altima’s engine produces an impressive 182 hp and 178 lb-ft of torque.
One feature that all Canadians are sure to appreciate is the Intelligent All-Wheel Drive system. This will give you impressive traction, especially in snowy conditions. Where most other brands either don’t feature all-wheel drive on their midsize sedans or only offer it as an expensive option, Nissan equips every 2024 Altima with this drivetrain, so you don’t have to pay extra for the traction you need. Further, the Altima will save you money at the gas pump with some very impressive fuel economy. The 2024 model has an estimated fuel economy of 7.9 L/100km combined.
A Roomy and Stylishly Appointed Interior
The Altima has plenty of room for up to five passengers. Those seated in the front row will appreciate 992 mm of headroom in the S trim, while the higher trims with their standard moonroof provide 966 mm of headroom. Still, it may be worth giving up a little bit of headroom to let some light into your Altima. The front row also has 1,115 mm of legroom, while your rear seat passengers can truly stretch out on long drives with 895 mm of legroom.
Heated front seats are standard on all trims of the Altima, another feature that Canadian drivers are sure to appreciate. When you remote start your Altima, you will be able to get the passenger cabin nice and toasty for your winter morning commute. The steering wheel on all Altima trims except the S is heated and leather-wrapped, making it easy to grip. The S trim has attractive cloth seats, while the SR features a sporty interior with sports seats in front. The SR Premium has sports seats that are covered in leather, and the Premium also has leather seats. The rear seat on all trims is a 60/40 split-folding bench.
Stay Connected and Entertained in Your Altima
issan helps drivers stay connected with the standard Nissan Connect infotainment system in the Altima. This comes on a 20 cm colour display with multi-touch control on the S and SR trims, while the SR Premium and Platinum have a larger 31 cm HD colour display. You can link your smartphones using Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, allowing you to make hands-free calls and texts while streaming your favourite music and apps. The SR Premium and Platinum have wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, so you can still connect your phones even if you don’t have charging cables with you. All of the trims except the S have a wireless phone charging pad, so you can just leave the cables at home if you are driving an Altima SR Premium or Platinum.
The Altima S and SR feature a six-speaker audio system, while the SR Premium and Platinum feature a Bose Premium Sound System with a very impressive nine speakers strategically placed throughout the cabin. This will make your favourite music sound great, whether listening to the radio, streaming tunes off your smartphone, or checking out all the great channels on SiriusXM. The NissanConnect system on the SR Premium and Platinum trims also has a built-in navigation system, allowing you to get wherever you are going in your Altima.
Stay Safe and Secure in Your Altima
Nissan Safety Shield 360 is a set of advanced driver assistance features. These will help you avoid accidents when you are driving your Altima, as Nissan Safety Shield 360 is a standard feature on the 2024 model. Intelligent Emergency Braking will alert you if you are getting too close to the vehicle in front of you. It will then automatically engage the brakes to avoid a collision or reduce the impact if one is unavoidable. It also has a Pedestrian Braking feature that will help you avoid colliding with a pedestrian if one crosses the path of your Altima.
Sometimes, it can be a real hassle to back out of a space in a crowded parking lot. The Altima has a RearView Monitor that will help you see objects, pedestrians, and other vehicles behind you. However, sometimes you won’t see someone coming from behind your Altima. This is why the Altima has standard Rear Cross Traffic Alert, which will let you know if something is approaching from the blind spot behind your car. In addition, there is Rear Automatic Braking. If the sensors detect that you are about to collide with something when backing up, this system will use the brakes to prevent you from getting into a collision.
One of the most common causes of highway accidents happens when you change lanes. If you get distracted and start to drift into an adjacent lane without signalling, your Altima will let you know with a Lane Departure Warning so you can take corrective action. When you do intend to change lanes, Blind Spot Warning will act as an extra set of eyes, letting you know if there is another vehicle there or if the coast is clear to change lanes.
The Altima also has High Beam Assist. This will operate your Altima’s high-beam headlights so that you don’t have to. When lighting becomes insufficient, the high beams will automatically turn on. Once lighting has improved, it will automatically turn them off. The same will occur if the system detects another motorist, turning off your high beam headlights temporarily so you don’t distract the other driver. With all of these standard driver assistance features, the Altima is one of the safest sedans in its class.
The 2024 Nissan Altima Represents the Total Package for Edmonton Drivers
If you are looking for a midsize sedan with roominess and standard features that set it apart from the competition, then the 2024 Nissan Altima is for you. With its capable standard powertrain and Intelligent All-Wheel Drive, the Altima gives you the ability to handle whatever Canadian winters have in store for you. Other standard features like heated seats and the ability to start your Altima remotely make dealing with winter enjoyable. Contact us or come in today and see why you should make your next car the 2024 Nissan Altima!