Nissan Altima vs Lexus ES
Overview | |
Years produced1993-Present | Years produced1990-Present |
MSRP$27,000 | MSRP$40,950 |
Listings500 | Listings158 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.0 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryCompared to midsize sedans, compact crossover SUVs offer more interior room, a taller driving position, easier entry and exit, and more models offer all-wheel drive (AWD). Their extra ground clearance helps you through snow or to scramble down a trail, too. They literally leave sedans in the dust, though they’re usually more expensive, get worse fuel economy, and handle less securely. Nevertheless, Nissan adds a 2025 Altima SR Premium trim to the Canadian lineup to drum up interest in its fading family car. Verdict: Is the 2025 Nissan Altima a good car? It has terrific front seats, standard AWD in Canada, and a competitively priced trim walk. Otherwise, it simply doesn’t have what it takes to attract customers better served by other midsize cars. | |
Reviews SummaryAuto manufacturers are always pursuing younger customers, but some cars appeal to a different clientele. The 2022 Lexus ES attracts the softest of buyers, mature adults seeking a mid-size luxury sedan without a giant price tag. Available with four cylinders, six cylinders, or a gasoline-electric hybrid powertrain, the 2022 Lexus ES starts in Canada at $46,200. In the age of the SUV and at the dawn of electrification, the ES does its best to capture any remaining new car buyers interested in a traditional sedan. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 188 hp I4 | Engine2.5L 203 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower188 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower203 hp @ 6500 rpm |
MPG City27 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway39 | MPG Highway34 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 188 hp I4 | Engine Name2.5L 203 hp I4 |
Torque180 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm | Torque184 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower188 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower203 hp @ 6500 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City27 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway39 | MPG Highway34 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space15.4 cu ft | Cargo Space13.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight3253 lbs | Curb Weight3780 lbs |
Height56.7 in | Height57.1 in |
Length192.9 in | Length195.9 in |
Width72.9 in | Width73.4 in |
Wheelbase111.2 in | Wheelbase113.0 in |
Maximum Payload1075 lbs | Maximum Payload905 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1993-Present | 1990-Present |
MSRP | $27,000 | $40,950 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.2 out of 10Read full review | 7.0 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Compared to midsize sedans, compact crossover SUVs offer more interior room, a taller driving position, easier entry and exit, and more models offer all-wheel drive (AWD). Their extra ground clearance helps you through snow or to scramble down a trail, too. They literally leave sedans in the dust, though they’re usually more expensive, get worse fuel economy, and handle less securely. Nevertheless, Nissan adds a 2025 Altima SR Premium trim to the Canadian lineup to drum up interest in its fading family car. Verdict: Is the 2025 Nissan Altima a good car? It has terrific front seats, standard AWD in Canada, and a competitively priced trim walk. Otherwise, it simply doesn’t have what it takes to attract customers better served by other midsize cars. | Auto manufacturers are always pursuing younger customers, but some cars appeal to a different clientele. The 2022 Lexus ES attracts the softest of buyers, mature adults seeking a mid-size luxury sedan without a giant price tag. Available with four cylinders, six cylinders, or a gasoline-electric hybrid powertrain, the 2022 Lexus ES starts in Canada at $46,200. In the age of the SUV and at the dawn of electrification, the ES does its best to capture any remaining new car buyers interested in a traditional sedan. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 188 hp I4 | 2.5L 203 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 188 hp @ 6000 rpm | 203 hp @ 6500 rpm |
MPG City | 27 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 39 | 34 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 188 hp I4 | 2.5L 203 hp I4 |
Torque | 180 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm | 184 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower | 188 hp @ 6000 rpm | 203 hp @ 6500 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 27 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 39 | 34 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 15.4 cu ft | 13.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3253 lbs | 3780 lbs |
Height | 56.7 in | 57.1 in |
Length | 192.9 in | 195.9 in |
Width | 72.9 in | 73.4 in |
Wheelbase | 111.2 in | 113.0 in |
Maximum Payload | 1075 lbs | 905 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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