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2023 Nissan Altima vs. 2023 Chevrolet Malibu

For those looking for a new, spacious midsize car, the 2023 Nissan Altima is an affordable yet appealing vehicle to consider. With great fuel economy, beautiful cabin interior, and a long array of standard features, the Altima is a worthy investment. Let us explore more of its features and other aspects that it has to offer in the following comparison post against the 2023 Chevrolet Malibu.

Design & Style

The 2023 Nissan Altima has been revamped to include a much more elegant cabin. It makes use of soft-touch materials for its surfaces which look pretty and feel comfy. There are also touches of wood accents which make the overall look of the Altima to appear modern and fancy. The Altima supports up to five travelers on upholstered seats across two rows with heat and power adjustments in the front. Head and legroom are both sufficient even for taller folks driving or traveling.

The 2023 Malibu has not seen that much of an improvement in comparison with its 2022 model. Its interior leaves plenty to be desired, with a cabin looking outdated and so much needed to be revamped. Overall, the Malibu’s interior quality is decent and could use more work. The car supports five people on two rows of seats with adequate leg and headroom.

Technology & Safety

As standard, the Nissan Altima comes packed with tech features comprising an analog gauge cluster, a 7-inch touch screen display, six speakers, a USB port, and Bluetooth. For safety, the car comes equipped with tech like rear parking sensors, rearview camera, lane departure warning, driver attentiveness monitor, collision warning, pedestrian detection, and auto high beams.

Standard tech of the Malibu includes a USB port, an 8-inch touch screen, six speakers, WiFi hot spot, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (both wireless), and Bluetooth. Safety features include pedestrian detection, rearview camera, Teen Driver suite, auto high beams, and others.

Performance

The base engine of the Altima can make 188 hp through a CVT transmission. It can get up to 27 mpg / 39 mpg of city / highway fuel EPA rating.

The Malibu does not perform as robustly, putting out 160 hp from its 1.5L four-cylinder engine that can fetch 27 mpg and 35 mpg for city and highway travels.

The Bottom Line

With lots of features that come standard and a supportive and roomy cabin, the Nissan Altima makes a good pick for any car buyer keen on a midsize car. Its infotainment system is user-friendly, making it accessible while on the go. The Altima is a fuel-efficient vehicle which fits just right for daily commutes and short family hauls.

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