Compare 2017 Nissan Altima specifications by trim levels
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Altima is a 5-seat Sedan from Nissan, which first hit the market back in 1999.
With the price tag ranging from $22,500 to $32,690, the Nissan Altima faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like Chrysler 200, Dodge Avenger.
The Nissan Altima has a maximum towing capacity of 1000 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.
The Nissan Altima boasts the average fuel economy anywhere from 32 to 39 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.
The maximum width and height is 72.00mm x 191.90mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.
Key Specs of 2017 Nissan Altima
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Fuel Tank: 18 gal
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Wheelbase: 109.3 in
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MPG: 27 city/39 hwy
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0-60 mph: 7.8 sec
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Ground clearance: 5.4 in
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Engine: 2.5L I-4
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Towing capacity: 1000 lbs
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Curb: 3197 lbs
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Passenger capacity: 5
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Dimensions(LxWxH): 191.9 x 72 x 57.8
2017 Nissan Altima Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures
The Nissan Altima is offered in 7 trim levels. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades
Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about Nissan Altima safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.
Compare the Nissan Altima specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.
Specs
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Main Info
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Body Style Sedan
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Doors 4
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Engine
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Engine 2.5L I-4,3.5L V-6 DOHC
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Horsepower 179 hp @ 1930 –
270 hp @ 1934 -
Torque 177 lb-ft. @ 4,000 –
251 lb-ft. @ 4,400 -
Transmission Xtronic 2-spd CVT w/OD
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0-60mph / 0-100kmh 6.4 - 7.8 sec
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1/4 mile time 14.9 - 16 sec
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Dimensions
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Length 191.9 in
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Width 72 in
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Height 57.8 in
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Wheelbase 109.3 in
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Curb Weight 3197 lbs
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GVWR 4226 lbs
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Towing capacity 1000 lbs
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Ground clearance 5.4 in
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Turning radius 18.1 ft
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CAPACITY
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Luggage capacity 15.4 ft
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Cargo capacity 15.4 cu.ft
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Seats 5
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FUEL
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Fuel tank 18 gal
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City 22 - 27 mpg
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Combined 28 - 34 mpg
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Highway 32 - 39 mpg
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Highway range 576 - 702 mi
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WARRANTY
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Basic Warranty 36/36,000 mths/miles
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Specifications 
2.5 4dr Sedan |
2.5 S 4dr Sedan |
2.5 SR 4dr Sedan |
2.5 SV 4dr Sedan |
| Exterior length | |||
| 191.9 in | 191.9 in | 191.9 in | 191.9 in |
| Exterior body width | |||
| 72.0 in | 72.0 in | 72.0 in | 72.0 in |
| Exterior height | |||
| 57.8 in | 57.8 in | 58.0 in | 57.8 in |
| Horsepower | |||
| 179 hp | 179 hp | 179 hp | 179 hp |
| Torque | |||
| 177 lb-ft. | 177 lb-ft. | 177 lb-ft. | 177 lb-ft. |
| Curb weight | |||
| 3197 lbs | 3212 lbs | 3258 lbs | 3233 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) | |||
| 4226 lbs | 4226 lbs | 4226 lbs | 4226 lbs |
| Wheelbase | |||
| 109.3 in | 109.3 in | 109.3 in | 109.3 in |
| Turning radius | |||
| 18.1 '' | 18.1 '' | 18.7 '' | 18.7 '' |
| Ground clearance | |||
| 5.4 in | 5.4 in | 5.4 in | 5.4 in |
| Front legroom | |||
| 45.0 in | 45.0 in | 45.0 in | 45.0 in |
| Rear legroom | |||
| 36.1 in | 36.1 in | 36.1 in | 36.1 in |
| Front headroom | |||
| 40 in | 40 in | 40 in | 40 in |
| Rear headroom | |||
| 37 in | 37 in | 37 in | 37 in |
| Front hip room | |||
| 54 in | 54 in | 54 in | 54 in |
| Rear hip room | |||
| 52 in | 52 in | 52 in | 52 in |
| Front shoulder room | |||
| 56 in | 56 in | 56 in | 56 in |
| Rear shoulder room | |||
| 56 in | 56 in | 56 in | 56 in |
| Fuel tank | |||
| 18.0 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 18.0 gal. |
3.5 SR 4dr Sedan |
2.5 SL 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SL 4dr Sedan |
| Exterior length | ||
| 191.9 in | 191.9 in | 191.9 in |
| Exterior body width | ||
| 72.0 in | 72.0 in | 72.0 in |
| Exterior height | ||
| 57.9 in | 57.8 in | 57.9 in |
| Horsepower | ||
| 270 hp | 179 hp | 270 hp |
| Torque | ||
| 251 lb-ft. | 177 lb-ft. | 251 lb-ft. |
| Curb weight | ||
| 3412 lbs | 3254 lbs | 3462 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) | ||
| 4414 lbs | 4226 lbs | 4414 lbs |
| Wheelbase | ||
| 109.3 in | 109.3 in | 109.3 in |
| Turning radius | ||
| 18.7 '' | 18.7 '' | 18.7 '' |
| Ground clearance | ||
| 5.4 in | 5.4 in | 5.4 in |
| Front legroom | ||
| 45.0 in | 45.0 in | 45.0 in |
| Rear legroom | ||
| 36.1 in | 36.1 in | 36.1 in |
| Front headroom | ||
| 40 in | 40 in | 39 in |
| Rear headroom | ||
| 37 in | 37 in | 37 in |
| Front hip room | ||
| 54 in | 54 in | 54 in |
| Rear hip room | ||
| 52 in | 52 in | 52 in |
| Front shoulder room | ||
| 56 in | 56 in | 56 in |
| Rear shoulder room | ||
| 56 in | 56 in | 56 in |
| Fuel tank | ||
| 18.0 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 18.0 gal. |
Interior Features
2.5 4dr Sedan |
2.5 S 4dr Sedan |
2.5 SR 4dr Sedan |
2.5 SV 4dr Sedan |
| Air conditioning, front | |||
| manual | manual | manual | dual zone automatic |
| Clock | |||
| in-radio display | in-radio display | in-radio display | in-radio display |
| Cupholders | |||
| front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
| Gear shift knob trim | |||
| urethane | urethane | leather | leather |
| 12V DC power outlet | |||
| 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Overhead console | |||
| mini with storage | mini with storage | mini with storage | mini with storage |
| Floor console | |||
| full | full | full | full |
| Floor mats | |||
| carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear |
| Front windows | |||
| power | power | power | power |
| Rear windows | |||
| power | power | power | power |
| 1-touch window up | |||
| driver | driver | driver | driver |
| 1-touch window down | |||
| driver | driver | driver | driver |
| Instrumentation | |||
| analog | analog | analog | analog |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors | |||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | – |
| Rear view mirror | |||
| day-night | day-night | day-night | day-night |
| Fuel door release | |||
| mechanical | mechanical | mechanical | mechanical |
| Remote trunk release | |||
| power | power | power | power |
| Seatback storage pockets | |||
| 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Steering wheel material | |||
| urethane | urethane | leather/metal-look | leather/metal-look |
3.5 SR 4dr Sedan |
2.5 SL 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SL 4dr Sedan |
| Air conditioning, front | ||
| manual | dual zone automatic | dual zone automatic |
| Clock | ||
| in-radio display | in-radio display | in-radio display |
| Cupholders | ||
| front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
| Gear shift knob trim | ||
| leather | leather/piano black | leather/piano black |
| 12V DC power outlet | ||
| 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Overhead console | ||
| mini with storage | mini with storage | mini with storage |
| Floor console | ||
| full | full | full |
| Floor mats | ||
| carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear |
| Front windows | ||
| power | power | power |
| Rear windows | ||
| power | power | power |
| 1-touch window up | ||
| driver | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| 1-touch window down | ||
| driver | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| Instrumentation | ||
| analog | analog | analog |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors | ||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| Rear view mirror | ||
| day-night | auto-dimming day-night | auto-dimming day-night |
| Fuel door release | ||
| mechanical | mechanical | mechanical |
| Remote trunk release | ||
| power | power | power |
| Seatback storage pockets | ||
| 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Steering wheel material | ||
| leather/metal-look | leather/metal-look | leather/metal-look |
Exterior Features
2.5 4dr Sedan |
2.5 S 4dr Sedan |
2.5 SR 4dr Sedan |
2.5 SV 4dr Sedan |
| Antenna | |||
| window grid | window grid | window grid | window grid |
| Body material | |||
| galvanized steel/aluminum | galvanized steel/aluminum | galvanized steel/aluminum | galvanized steel/aluminum |
| Paint | |||
| clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone |
| Grille trim | |||
| black w/chrome accents | black w/chrome accents | black w/chrome accents | black w/chrome accents |
| Fog/driving lights | |||
| front | front | – | – |
| Door count | |||
| 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Rear cargo door | |||
| trunk | trunk | trunk | trunk |
| Tinted windows | |||
| light | light | light | light |
| Rear window type | |||
| fixed | fixed | fixed | fixed |
| Mirrors | |||
| dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote |
| Sunroof | |||
| 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass | – | – | – |
| Spoiler | |||
| lip | lip | – | – |
| Wheels | |||
| 16 steel | 16 steel | 18 machined w/painted accents aluminum | 17 machined w/painted accents aluminum |
| Spare tire and wheel | |||
| compact steel | compact steel | compact steel | compact steel |
3.5 SR 4dr Sedan |
2.5 SL 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SL 4dr Sedan |
| Antenna | ||
| window grid | window grid | window grid |
| Body material | ||
| galvanized steel/aluminum | galvanized steel/aluminum | galvanized steel/aluminum |
| Paint | ||
| clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone |
| Grille trim | ||
| black w/chrome accents | black w/chrome accents | black w/chrome accents |
| Fog/driving lights | ||
| front | front | front |
| Door count | ||
| 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Rear cargo door | ||
| trunk | trunk | trunk |
| Tinted windows | ||
| light | light | light |
| Rear window type | ||
| fixed | fixed | fixed |
| Mirrors | ||
| dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote |
| Sunroof | ||
| 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass | 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass | – |
| Spoiler | ||
| lip | lip | lip |
| Wheels | ||
| 18 machined w/painted accents aluminum | 17 machined w/painted accents aluminum | 18 silver aluminum |
| Spare tire and wheel | ||
| compact steel | compact aluminum | compact steel |
Seats
2.5 4dr Sedan |
2.5 S 4dr Sedan |
2.5 SR 4dr Sedan |
2.5 SV 4dr Sedan |
| Front seat type | |||
| bucket | bucket | bucket | bucket |
| Standard seating | |||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Front driver seat direction controls | |||
| 6-way | 6-way | 8-way power | 8-way power |
| Front passenger seat direction controls | |||
| 4-way | 4-way | 4-way | 4-way |
| Lumbar support | |||
| driver | driver | – | – |
| Front armrests | |||
| center | center | center | center |
| Front head restraints | |||
| adjustable | adjustable | adjustable | adjustable |
| Heated front seats | |||
| driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | – | – | – |
| Rear seats | |||
| 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench |
| Rear head restraints | |||
| 3 - fixed | 3 - fixed | 3 - fixed | 3 - fixed |
| Seat trim | |||
| cloth | cloth | cloth | cloth |
3.5 SR 4dr Sedan |
2.5 SL 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SL 4dr Sedan |
| Front seat type | ||
| bucket | bucket | bucket |
| Standard seating | ||
| 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Front driver seat direction controls | ||
| 8-way power | 8-way power | 8-way power |
| Front passenger seat direction controls | ||
| 4-way | 4-way power | 4-way power |
| Lumbar support | ||
| driver | driver | driver |
| Front armrests | ||
| center | center | center |
| Front head restraints | ||
| adjustable | adjustable | adjustable |
| Heated front seats | ||
| driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | – |
| Rear seats | ||
| 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench |
| Rear head restraints | ||
| 3 - fixed | 3 - adjustable | 3 - adjustable |
| Seat trim | ||
| cloth | leather | leather |
Entertainment System
2.5 4dr Sedan |
2.5 S 4dr Sedan |
2.5 SR 4dr Sedan |
2.5 SV 4dr Sedan |
| Radio | |||
| AM/FM stereo, seek-scan | AM/FM stereo, seek-scan | AM/FM stereo, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan |
| CD player | |||
| in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single |
| Speakers | |||
| 4 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Navigation system | |||
| yes with voice activation | – | – | – |
| 1st row LCD screen | |||
| 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
3.5 SR 4dr Sedan |
2.5 SL 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SL 4dr Sedan |
| Radio | ||
| AM/FM stereo, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan |
| CD player | ||
| in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single |
| Speakers | ||
| 6 | 9 Bose | 9 Bose |
| Navigation system | ||
| yes with voice activation | yes with voice activation | – |
| 1st row LCD screen | ||
| 2 | 2 | 2 |
Safety and Security Features
2.5 4dr Sedan |
2.5 S 4dr Sedan |
2.5 SR 4dr Sedan |
2.5 SV 4dr Sedan |
| Airbags, frontal | |||
| driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger |
| Airbags, side impact | |||
| seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger |
| Airbags, side curtain | |||
| curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row |
| Traction control | |||
| ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline |
| Seatbelt pre-tensioners | |||
| front | front | front | front |
| Headlights | |||
| halogen | halogen | halogen | halogen |
| Exterior light control | |||
| auto off | fully automatic | fully automatic | fully automatic |
| Door curb lights | |||
| 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Remote keyless entry | |||
| keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) |
| Door locks | |||
| power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock |
3.5 SR 4dr Sedan |
2.5 SL 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SL 4dr Sedan |
| Airbags, frontal | ||
| driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger |
| Airbags, side impact | ||
| seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger |
| Airbags, side curtain | ||
| curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row |
| Traction control | ||
| ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline |
| Seatbelt pre-tensioners | ||
| front | front | front |
| Headlights | ||
| LED low beam | halogen | LED low beam |
| Exterior light control | ||
| fully automatic | fully automatic | fully automatic |
| Door curb lights | ||
| 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Remote keyless entry | ||
| keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) |
| Door locks | ||
| power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock |
Mechanical Features
2.5 4dr Sedan |
2.5 S 4dr Sedan |
2.5 SR 4dr Sedan |
2.5 SV 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | |||
| 2.5L I-4 | 2.5L I-4 | 2.5L I-4 | 2.5L I-4 |
| Brakes | |||
| 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc |
| Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | |||
| 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Drive type | |||
| front-wheel | front-wheel | front-wheel | front-wheel |
| Exhaust | |||
| stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel |
| Steering | |||
| rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion |
| Suspension tuning | |||
| regular | regular | sport | regular |
| Front suspension type | |||
| strut | strut | strut | strut |
| Front shocks | |||
| gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
| Front springs | |||
| coil | coil | coil | coil |
| Rear suspension type | |||
| multi-link | multi-link | multi-link | multi-link |
| Rear shocks | |||
| gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
| Rear springs | |||
| coil | coil | coil | coil |
| Transmission | |||
| Xtronic 2-spd CVT w/OD | Xtronic 2-spd CVT w/OD | Xtronic 2-spd CVT w/OD | Xtronic 2-spd CVT w/OD |
| Axle ratio | |||
| 4.83 | 4.83 | 4.83 | 4.83 |
3.5 SR 4dr Sedan |
2.5 SL 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SL 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | ||
| 3.5L V-6 | 2.5L I-4 | 3.5L V-6 |
| Brakes | ||
| 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc |
| Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | ||
| 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Drive type | ||
| front-wheel | front-wheel | front-wheel |
| Exhaust | ||
| stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel |
| Steering | ||
| rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion |
| Suspension tuning | ||
| sport | regular | regular |
| Front suspension type | ||
| strut | strut | strut |
| Front shocks | ||
| gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
| Front springs | ||
| coil | coil | coil |
| Rear suspension type | ||
| multi-link | multi-link | multi-link |
| Rear shocks | ||
| gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
| Rear springs | ||
| coil | coil | coil |
| Transmission | ||
| Xtronic 2-spd CVT w/OD | Xtronic 2-spd CVT w/OD | Xtronic 2-spd CVT w/OD |
| Axle ratio | ||
| 4.60 | 4.83 | 4.60 |
Other Specs
2.5 4dr Sedan |
2.5 S 4dr Sedan |
2.5 SR 4dr Sedan |
2.5 SV 4dr Sedan |
| Luggage capacity | |||
| 15.4 cu.ft. | 15.4 cu.ft. | 15.4 cu.ft. | 15.4 cu.ft. |
| Maximum cargo capacity | |||
| 15.4 cu.ft. | 15.4 cu.ft. | 15.4 cu.ft. | 15.4 cu.ft. |
| Base engine size | |||
| 2.5 liters | 2.5 liters | 2.5 liters | 2.5 liters |
| Base engine type | |||
| I-4 | I-4 | I-4 | I-4 |
| Horsepower rpm | |||
| 6,000 | 6,000 | 6,000 | 6,000 |
| Torque rpm | |||
| 4,000 | 4,000 | 4,000 | 4,000 |
| EPA mileage estimates | |||
| 27 City / 39 Hwy | 27 City / 39 Hwy | 26 City / 37 Hwy | 27 City / 39 Hwy |
| Lighting - map lights | |||
| front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
| Lighting - dome light | |||
| fade | fade | fade | fade |
| Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors | |||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| Height adjustable safety belts | |||
| front | front | front | front |
| Engine - valvetrain | |||
| DOHC | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Warranty - Basic (mths/miles) | |||
| 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 |
| Warrranty - Powertrain (mths/miles) | |||
| 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 |
| Warranty - Corrosion perforation (mths/miles) | |||
| 60/unlimited | 60/unlimited | 60/unlimited | 60/unlimited |
| Warranty - Roadside assistance (mths/miles) | |||
| 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 |
| Tires | |||
| P215/60TR16.0 BSW AS | P215/60TR16.0 BSW AS | P235/45VR18.0 BSW AS | P215/55VR17.0 BSW AS |
| Windshield wipers - front | |||
| variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent |
| Bodyside moldings | |||
| body-colored | body-colored | body-colored | – |
3.5 SR 4dr Sedan |
2.5 SL 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SL 4dr Sedan |
| Luggage capacity | ||
| 15.4 cu.ft. | 15.4 cu.ft. | 15.4 cu.ft. |
| Maximum cargo capacity | ||
| 15.4 cu.ft. | 15.4 cu.ft. | 15.4 cu.ft. |
| Base engine size | ||
| 3.5 liters | 2.5 liters | 3.5 liters |
| Base engine type | ||
| V-6 | I-4 | V-6 |
| Horsepower rpm | ||
| 6,400 | 6,000 | 6,400 |
| Torque rpm | ||
| 4,400 | 4,000 | 4,400 |
| EPA mileage estimates | ||
| 22 City / 32 Hwy | 27 City / 39 Hwy | 22 City / 32 Hwy |
| Lighting - map lights | ||
| front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
| Lighting - dome light | ||
| fade | fade | fade |
| Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors | ||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| Height adjustable safety belts | ||
| front | front | front |
| Engine - valvetrain | ||
| DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Warranty - Basic (mths/miles) | ||
| 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 |
| Warrranty - Powertrain (mths/miles) | ||
| 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 |
| Warranty - Corrosion perforation (mths/miles) | ||
| 60/unlimited | 60/unlimited | 60/unlimited |
| Warranty - Roadside assistance (mths/miles) | ||
| 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 |
| Tires | ||
| P235/45VR18.0 BSW AS | P215/55VR17.0 BSW AS | P235/45VR18.0 BSW AS |
| Windshield wipers - front | ||
| variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent |
| Bodyside moldings | ||
| body-colored | body-colored | body-colored |