Nissan sedans provide comfort, confidence and fuel economy at an attractive price point. Even in today’s age of SUVs and crossovers, these tried-and-true models remain an attractive option for drivers nationwide.
No matter which vehicle you select, whether the 2024 Sentra for efficiency and power or the Maxima with its stunning aesthetics and exemplary performance, they all elevate your drive thanks to cutting-edge features and technologies.
The Sentra
The Nissan Sentra is an impressive sedan, providing great value and many useful features at an unbeatably affordable price. Popular among families and young adults searching for an economical vehicle with plenty of versatility.
The latest generation Sentra is longer, wider, and taller than its predecessor, but 150 lb lighter. This makes it more spacious and fuel efficient with an EPA rating of 30 city/39 highway. Both models use an MRA8DE 1.8-liter 16-valve DOHC inline-four engine producing 130 horsepower and 128 lb-ft of torque; plus it comes standard with Intelligent Forward Collision Warning technology which provides audio/haptic feedback to help drivers avoid collisions or slow down before impact occurs.
Aside from its efficient engine, the Sentra provides a comfortable ride and responsive handling. It has a quiet cabin, comfortable seats and convenient features such as a USB port in the center console and 60/40 split-folding rear seat to increase cargo room. Furthermore, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard smartphone integration features and offer smartphone integration into a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with voice recognition technology.
Drivers will experience unparalleled comfort with Zero Gravity front seats that ensure an ideal posture, satin chrome interior accents and contrast seat stitching, a hidden storage area in the center console for valuables, standard back-seat AC vents to keep passengers cool and an expansive trunk offering up to 14.3 cubic feet of extra storage space.
2017 marked the launch of two new Sentra trim levels – SR Turbo and NISMO – which both use the 188 horsepower MR16DDT turbocharged inline four, but with NISMO boasting performance-tuned suspension, NISMO wheels and red interior trim.
The Nissan Sentra is an award-winning family sedan with excellent safety ratings and an attractive price. Standard features of ownership for this compact sedan include three year/36,000 mile basic warranty and five year/60,000 mile powertrain warranty with roadside assistance included as standard features. Furthermore, high quality materials can be found throughout its interior while it provides plenty of cargo room. Further boosting its value are long trial subscriptions to connected services and complimentary scheduled services provided as excellent added perks of ownership.
The Altima
Nissan’s popular midsize sedan continues to make waves in the automotive industry with an eye-catching exterior design and advanced high-tech features. Its sleek exterior body combines aerodynamic efficiency with irresistible allure for an unparalleled driving experience that remains fuel-efficient over long journeys.
Interior of 2024 Altima cabin boasts an array of features. Standard infotainment system boasts three touch screens–7″ in base S trim; 8-inch displays in SR and SL models; 12.3-inch touchscreen in SR VC-Turbo model for optimal driver assistance and advanced driver-assistance systems such as forward collision warning, lane departure warning, high beam assist, and active cruise control; the latter also comes equipped with forward collision warning, lane departure warning and active cruise control systems for optimal driving experiences.
The 2024 Nissan Altima is powered by a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine which provides outstanding performance and fuel economy when coupled with either front or all-wheel drive. It produces 188 horsepower and 180 lb-ft of torque; it can accelerate from zero to 60 in approximately 8.5 seconds. Furthermore, for 2024 model year Nissan upgraded several aspects to enhance overall appeal of their Altima offering.
These updates included a refreshed exterior design, increased cargo volume, and new standard features; but most notably was a revised engine which offered increased power; this made acceleration times faster and made passing other vehicles much simpler on the road.
The Altima has also seen an upgraded interior that includes more luxurious materials and technology updates. Even its base model now comes standard with a powered driver’s seat and automatic transmission while its top trim level boasts leather seats and dual-zone climate control.
In addition to updated exterior styling and upgraded standard features, the 2024 Altima received two new colors and wheel designs that stand out. While its standard seven-inch infotainment screen still remains low-resolution, other available displays offer more advanced technology.
All 2024 Altima models come equipped with the NissanConnect telematics system, now boasting an extended three-year trial period compared to six months. It allows remote locking and unlocking, vehicle health reports, emergency calling capabilities, accessing Amazon Alexa skills through Nissan Skill integration and more. Compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration but requiring an adaptor cable connection between it and your phone for optimal functioning.
The Maxima
Although crossovers and SUVs may have become the go-to choices for vehicle purchases, sedans remain an excellent choice. Not only are they easier and less costly to maintain than SUVs, they can provide more engaging driving experiences while offering better fuel economy – ideal for families or road trippers who require more space in the back seat.
Nissan offers an assortment of sedans in 2024 to meet nearly every driver’s needs, from its pint-sized Versa to the midsize Altima models – offering competitive tech features and safety amenities, making these cars an excellent option for value-minded commuters.
The six-generation Sentra offers plenty of advantages over its predecessors, beginning with its EPA midsize status (defined by the EPA as 110 to 119 cubic feet of passenger and cargo volume). Furthermore, this Sentra boasts larger dimensions in every dimension compared to previous models as well as cutting-edge automotive technology features.
This model continues to use the 188 horsepower four-cylinder engine of its predecessor generation, but with a major difference: It now employs variable compression ratio that enables it to adapt performance and efficiency according to driving conditions – an unprecedented change for an engine which has used fixed compression ratio for over 100 years!
Even the entry-level Versa is more modern inside thanks to an intuitive dashboard layout designed for drivers of any age and the availability of advanced driver assistance technologies. There are also plenty of comfort and convenience features included such as automatic climate control, passive hands-free entry and even heated steering wheels on its top SR trim level.
If you want something even faster than what the Versa can provide, Nissan offers its sporty Maxima, which can hit speeds of 140 mph. Furthermore, this larger car provides more rear seat legroom and cargo capacity. Plus its powerful V6 is one of the fastest engines available making this ideal choice for drivers prioritizing power and handling.
The Murano
Murano is an SUV designed to impress, boasting impressive styling and premium amenities that leave an indelible mark. It provides ample room for passengers and cargo alike while offering powerful yet efficient performance. For 2024, Murano continues its winning formula of bold character lines, expressive lighting effects, sculpted designs, expressive character lines and eye-catching exterior appearance; inside is well appointed interior ambience accompanied by advanced technology solutions – which all contributed to being named the highest ranked Midsize SUV by JD Power Initial Quality Survey 2023!
The Murano’s dynamic performance can be credited to its efficient V6 engine that produces 260 horsepower and 240 pound-feet of torque. When coupled with an advanced CVT transmission, its satisfying acceleration becomes effortless cruising; or you can choose front-wheel drive or Intelligent AWD1 (sending power to those wheels which offer the greatest traction at any moment).
No matter which model of Murano you select, its seats provide an exceptionally cozy environment to take long road trips in comfort. Available with heated/cooled front seating as well as heated rear seating on higher trim levels; additionally, winter users will benefit from having their steering wheel heated to provide an additional layer of warmth, while Platinum trim gets ventilated front seats as an added feature.
Nissan equips all Murano models with an 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system featuring Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Bluetooth connectivity comes standard; on SL and Platinum models a Bose sound system with seven speakers can be added as an upgrade option; while those who prefer traditional AUX cables can still connect their devices using one of Murano’s 3.5mm jacks.
Nissan’s Safety Shield 360 comes standard, and includes automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, blind spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert, lane departure warning, high-beam headlamp assist, high-beam headlamp assist and much more. An available surround-view camera and adaptive cruise control round out an impressive suite of driver assistance technologies.