2021 Acura TLX vs 2020 Nissan Altima
Overview | |
MSRP$24,300 | MSRP$37,500 |
Listings11 | Listings21 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 |
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2020 Nissan Altima Reviews SummarySedans are not dead, though some models in the segment are not long for this world. In fact, post-pandemic financial pressure on consumers could result in a resurgence of the traditional 4-door car as consumers seek lower-cost, higher-value transportation. Clearly, Nissan believes in sedans. And should economic headwinds once again favour cars over more expensive and less efficient SUVs, the company is perfectly positioned to capitalize on such a theoretical trend. During the past two years, the company has redesigned or refreshed its entire sedan lineup, which includes the Versa, Sentra, Altima, and Maxima. New last year, the Altima comes with an important feature for Canada: all-wheel drive is standard equipment, an unusual offering in mainstream sedans that makes the 2020 Altima even more worthy of your consideration. But is that enough? | |
2021 Acura TLX Reviews SummaryAcura, the premium brand in the Honda portfolio, has released the second-generation of its midsize sport sedan, the TLX. Now on its own new platform, no longer shared with the Honda Accord, TLX arrives with a new exterior, interior, and powertrain choices. Positioned above the compact ILX in the Acura lineup, the new TLX strives to make its mark for 2021. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 188 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 272 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower188 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower272 hp @ 6500 rpm |
MPG City28 | MPG City22 |
MPG Highway39 | MPG Highway31 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 188 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 272 hp I4 |
Torque180 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm | Torque280 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower188 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower272 hp @ 6500 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City28 | MPG City22 |
MPG Highway39 | MPG Highway31 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space15.4 cu ft | Cargo Space13.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight3208 lbs | Curb Weight3709 lbs |
Height56.7 in | Height56.4 in |
Length192.9 in | Length194.6 in |
Width72.9 in | Width75.2 in |
Wheelbase111.2 in | Wheelbase113.0 in |
Maximum Payload1120 lbs | Maximum Payload838 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $24,300 | $37,500 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.3 out of 10Read full review | 7.3 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Sedans are not dead, though some models in the segment are not long for this world. In fact, post-pandemic financial pressure on consumers could result in a resurgence of the traditional 4-door car as consumers seek lower-cost, higher-value transportation. Clearly, Nissan believes in sedans. And should economic headwinds once again favour cars over more expensive and less efficient SUVs, the company is perfectly positioned to capitalize on such a theoretical trend. During the past two years, the company has redesigned or refreshed its entire sedan lineup, which includes the Versa, Sentra, Altima, and Maxima. New last year, the Altima comes with an important feature for Canada: all-wheel drive is standard equipment, an unusual offering in mainstream sedans that makes the 2020 Altima even more worthy of your consideration. But is that enough? | Acura, the premium brand in the Honda portfolio, has released the second-generation of its midsize sport sedan, the TLX. Now on its own new platform, no longer shared with the Honda Accord, TLX arrives with a new exterior, interior, and powertrain choices. Positioned above the compact ILX in the Acura lineup, the new TLX strives to make its mark for 2021. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 188 hp I4 | 2.0L 272 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 188 hp @ 6000 rpm | 272 hp @ 6500 rpm |
MPG City | 28 | 22 |
MPG Highway | 39 | 31 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 188 hp I4 | 2.0L 272 hp I4 |
Torque | 180 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm | 280 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower | 188 hp @ 6000 rpm | 272 hp @ 6500 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 28 | 22 |
MPG Highway | 39 | 31 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 15.4 cu ft | 13.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3208 lbs | 3709 lbs |
Height | 56.7 in | 56.4 in |
Length | 192.9 in | 194.6 in |
Width | 72.9 in | 75.2 in |
Wheelbase | 111.2 in | 113.0 in |
Maximum Payload | 1120 lbs | 838 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |

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