2020 Nissan Altima Platinum

The 2020 Altima is Nissan's mid-size sedan, offered with front- or all-wheel drive and a choice of trims from the base S to the loaded Platinum. The Altima's steering is light and its ride is smooth, though the continuously variable transmission can make it feel less engaging than rivals with traditional automatics. The cabin is roomy for a sedan, with comfortable seats that owners say reduce fatigue on long drives. Standard tech includes a rearview camera and available Nissan Safety Shield 360 with automatic emergency braking and blind-spot warning. Owners report the Altima holds up well with few maintenance issues, though some have noted the CVT's behavior and occasional quality niggles. Stepping up to the Platinum from the SL adds leather upholstery, a Bose premium audio system, and Nissan's ProPILOT Assist driver aid. The Platinum comes with the 2.0L automatic transmission and front-wheel drive, returning 29 mpg combined. It is the only Altima trim that offers a surround-view camera system, making tight parking spots easier to judge.