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2025 Nissan Altima S – Efficient & Safe [Specs Review]

By Ethan Carter - Automotive Content Writer

Published: September 6, 2025

Last Updated: September 22, 2025

Discover the efficient 2025 Nissan Altima S. With 39 highway MPG and standard advanced safety features, it's the perfect sedan.

Year icon2025Mileage icon188 hpTransmission iconXtronic CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission)Fuel type iconRegular unleaded

Car Overview

Model icon
ModelAltima
Fuel Type icon
Fuel TypeRegular unleaded
Power icon
Power188 hp
Condition icon
ConditionNew
Trim icon
Trim 2.5 S
Year icon
Year2025
Torque icon
Torque180 lb-ft
Doors icon
Doors4
Body icon
BodyMidsize Sedan
Transmission icon
TransmissionXtronic CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission)
Drive Type icon
Drive TypeFront engine / FWD
Cylinders icon
Cylinders4-cylinder inline

Description

2025 Nissan Altima S midsize sedan, 2.5L 4-cylinder engine (2,488 cc) , 188 hp @ 6,000 RPM (FWD) , 180 lb-ft torque @ 3,600 RPM (FWD) , Xtronic transmission , FWD, Fuel economy: 27/39/32 MPG (city/highway/combined) , 16.2-gallon fuel tank , Standard Nissan Advanced Air Bag System , 16-inch steel wheels.

Features

Interior

  • Check icon5 passenger capacity
  • Check iconWoven fabric seats
  • Check icon6-way manual driver's seat
  • Check icon4-way manual passenger's seat
  • Check icon3-across bench rear seats with 60/40 split fold-down
  • Check iconAM/FM with RDS and aux-in, 6 speakers
  • Check icon5-inch meter display
  • Check iconSingle front illuminated USB connection port (Type-A)
  • Check iconHands-Free Text Messaging Assistant
  • Check iconBluetooth® hands-free phone system
  • Check iconStreaming audio via Bluetooth®
  • Check iconSiri Eyes Free®/Google Assistant™ Voice Recognition
  • Check iconFine Vision illumination meters/gauges
  • Check icon4 total cup holders
  • Check icon4 total bottle holders
  • Check iconGlove compartment with lock.

Safety

  • Check iconNissan Advanced Air Bag System with dual-stage supplemental front air bags
  • Check iconFront seat-mounted side impact supplemental air bags
  • Check iconRoof-mounted curtain side impact supplemental air bags
  • Check iconDriver and front passenger supplemental knee air bags
  • Check iconSeat-mounted rear passenger side-impact supplemental air bags
  • Check icon3-point seat belts for all positions
  • Check iconFront/Rear seatbelt pretensioners and load limiters
  • Check iconLATCH System
  • Check iconChild safety rear door locks
  • Check iconEmergency inside trunk release
  • Check iconZone Body construction with front and rear crumple zones
  • Check iconPipe-style steel side door guard beams
  • Check iconAnti-lock Braking System
  • Check iconVehicle Dynamic Control
  • Check iconTraction Control System
  • Check iconTire Pressure Monitoring System
  • Check iconNissan Vehicle Immobilizer System
  • Check iconVehicle Security System
  • Check iconIntelligent Forward Collision Warning

Exterior

  • Check icon16-inch steel wheels with full wheel cover
  • Check icon215/60R16 all-season tires
  • Check iconTemporary spare tire
  • Check iconEasy-Fill Tire Alert
  • Check iconIntelligent Auto Headlights
  • Check iconHigh Beam Assist
  • Check iconCenter High-Mounted Stop Light (LED)
  • Check iconUnibody construction with corrosion-resistant high-strength steel and aluminum-alloy hood.

Comfort & Convenience

  • Check iconNissan Intelligent Key® with Push Button Ignition
  • Check iconPower windows with auto up/down with auto reverse driver side
  • Check iconPower door locks with selective unlocking
  • Check iconDual power remote-controlled sideview mirrors manual folding
  • Check iconSteering wheel-mounted control switches
  • Check iconCenter console with armrest, 12V power outlet and storage
  • Check iconRearView Monitor
  • Check iconFront HVAC system microfilter
  • Check iconRear window defroster with timer
  • Check iconDual overhead front map lights with sunglass holder
  • Check iconCruise control
  • Check iconRear Door Alert.

Dimensions & Capacity

  • Length:192.9 in
  • Height:56.7 in
  • Curb Weight:3,253 lb
  • Cargo Volume:15.4 cu ft
  • No. of Seats:5
  • Width:72.9 in
  • Wheelbase:111.2 in
  • GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating):4,328 lb (FWD)
  • Passenger Volume:100.6 cu ft

Engine & Transmission

  • Engine Displacement:2.5 L
  • Torque:180 lb-ft
  • Fuel Type:Regular unleaded
  • Highway Fuel Economy:39 MPG
  • Bore & Stroke:89 x 100 mm
  • Emissions Certification:LEV3-SULEV30
  • Power:188 hp
  • Fuel Tank Capacity:16.2 gal
  • City Fuel Economy:27 MPG
  • Combined Fuel Economy:32 MPG
  • Compression Ratio: 12.0:1

Brakes

  • Front Brake Type:Power-assisted vented disc
  • Rear Brake Type:Power-assisted solid disc
  • Electronic Brake Distribution:Standard
  • ABS:Standard
  • Front Brake Size:11.65 x 1.02 in
  • Rear Brake Size:11.50 x 0.35 in
  • Brake Assist:Standard
  • Parking Brake Type:Foot brake / mechanical

Wheels & Tires

  • Wheel Size:16 in
  • Tire Size:215/60R16
  • Temporary Spare:Standard
  • Wheel Material:Steel with full wheel cover
  • Tire Type:All-season
  • Stabilizer Bar Sizes:25mm (Front), 26mm hollow (Rear)

Steering & Suspension

  • Steering Type:Dual-Pinion Electric-Powered Steering System
  • Turns Lock-to-Lock:2.8
  • Steering Wheel Features:3-spoke urethane, Bluetooth Hands-free Phone switches
  • Rear Suspension:Multi-link independent suspension
  • Steering Ratio:15.3:1
  • Turning Diameter:37.4 ft
  • Front Suspension:Independent strut with coil springs

Engine and Performance

The 2025 Nissan Altima S is equipped with a 2.5-liter, DOHC 4-cylinder engine, producing 188 horsepower and 180 lb-ft of torque for the front-wheel-drive configuration. This powertrain is paired with an Xtronic transmission and achieves an impressive fuel economy of 27 MPG in the city, 39 MPG on the highway, and a combined 32 MPG. The vehicle's chassis is a unibody design made from corrosion-resistant, high-strength steel with an aluminum-alloy hood.

Suspension and Handling

For a smooth and controlled ride, the Altima S features an independent strut front suspension and a multi-link independent rear suspension. It utilizes a Dual-Pinion Electric-Powered Steering System that is vehicle-speed-sensitive, offering a responsive turning diameter of 37.4 feet. Stopping power is provided by power-assisted vented disc brakes in the front and solid disc brakes in the rear, complete with a standard Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake Force Distribution, and Brake Assist.

Interior and Technology

Inside, the Altima S offers seating for five passengers with woven fabric upholstery and a 6-way manual driver's seat. Standard technology includes a 5-inch meter display, an AM/FM audio system with 6 speakers, a single front USB port, Bluetooth for hands-free calling and audio streaming, and Siri Eyes Free/Google Assistant integration. Convenience is enhanced by Nissan Intelligent Key® with Push Button Ignition, cruise control, and a RearView Monitor.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of engine comes with the 2025 Nissan Altima S?

The 2025 Nissan Altima S is equipped with a 2.5-liter, 4-cylinder inline engine.

How much horsepower and torque does the Altima S produce?

The Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) model produces 188 horsepower and 180 lb-ft of torque.

What type of transmission does the Altima S have?

All trims, including the S model, feature an Xtronic continuously variable transmission (CVT).

What is the seating capacity and material in the Altima S?

The Altima S has a seating capacity for five passengers with woven fabric seats. The front seats are Zero Gravity bucket seats, and the driver's seat is 6-way manually adjustable.

Are there any advanced safety features that come standard on the Altima S?

Yes, standard safety features on the S trim include Intelligent Forward Collision Warning, Blind Spot Warning, and Rear Cross Traffic Alert.

What size are the wheels and tires on the Altima S?

The Altima S comes standard with 16-inch steel wheels with a full wheel cover and is fitted with 215/60R16 all-season tires.

Courtesy: Nissan US NewsRoom / Pressroom

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