Name: 2022 Nissan Altima
Brand: Nissan
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What are the specs and price of the 2022 Nissan Altima in Canada?

Accepted Answer

The 2022 Nissan Altima is a mid-size sedan available in two engines in Canada. The base powertrain is a 2.5-litre direct-injection four-cylinder producing 188 horsepower and 180 lb-ft of torque paired with a CVT. The upper VC-Turbo powertrain features the world's first production variable compression ratio engine — a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder delivering 236 horsepower and 267 lb-ft of torque. The Altima is one of the few mid-size sedans to offer intelligent all-wheel drive (AWD), available on S AWD, SV AWD, and SL AWD trims. Canadian MSRPs start at approximately $27,048 for the 2.5 S FWD and $28,848 for the S AWD. The top Platinum VC-Turbo trim reaches approximately $43,248. Official fuel consumption for the 2.5L AWD is 9.6 L/100 km city and 7.2 L/100 km highway. The Altima carries 5-star NHTSA safety ratings and strong IIHS test results.

Question 2

Is the 2022 Altima AWD a good choice for Canadian winters?

Accepted Answer

The 2022 Nissan Altima AWD is one of the only mid-size sedans to offer all-wheel drive, directly differentiating it from the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord, which are front-wheel drive only in this segment. Nissan's intelligent AWD sends up to 50 percent of torque to the rear wheels under wheel slip and defaults to front-wheel drive in normal conditions to optimize fuel economy. This is particularly valuable in provinces like Quebec, Ontario, and the Maritimes where winters are severe. Ground clearance at 152 mm is typical for sedans and may limit progress on very snowy rural roads. With dedicated winter tires — mandatory in Quebec from December 1 to March 15 — the Altima AWD provides impressive stability and confidence for a sedan. Remote engine start is available as an option via Nissan's remote access system, useful for pre-warming the cabin during frigid Canadian mornings.

Question 3

Is the 2022 Nissan Altima worth buying over the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord?

Accepted Answer

The 2022 Altima differentiates primarily on price and the unique AWD option. It is typically $3,000 to $6,000 less expensive than a Camry or Accord in a comparable trim. The AWD option is exclusive in this segment — no direct competitor offers it on a mid-size sedan in Canada in 2022. The VC-Turbo 2.0L engine is a genuinely unique and impressive piece of engineering, though it has less documented long-term reliability history than Toyota or Honda units. In terms of resale value, the Camry dominates the segment with the best Canadian Black Book retention figures, followed by the Accord and then the Altima. Over a 5-year period, the Camry retains approximately 8 to 12 percent more of its value. The Altima is the best buy if AWD is a priority, if budget is more constrained, or if you plan to keep the vehicle 10 or more years — in which case resale matters less than mechanical reliability.

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