Head-to-head
2025 Nissan Altima vs 2025 Toyota Camry
The Toyota Camry wins clearly, 91.5 to 85, on tech & comfort, fuel & range. The Nissan Altima is ahead on safety and price.
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2025 Nissan Altima
The 2025 Nissan Altima is sold in the U.S. as a gas midsize sedan with 3 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Altima, is EPA-rated at 31 mp…
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The 2025 Toyota Camry is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid midsize sedan with 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Camry HEV FF LE, is EPA-rat…
Verdict · default weights
2025 Toyota Camry
Clear winThe Toyota Camry wins clearly, 91.5 to 85, on tech & comfort, fuel & range. The Nissan Altima is ahead on safety and price.
Tech & comfort 2025 Toyota Camry leads by 43.3
Fuel & range 2025 Toyota Camry leads by 39.4
Safety 2025 Nissan Altima leads by 23.3
| Category · weight | 2025 Nissan Altimaoverall 85 | 2025 Toyota Camryoverall 91.5 | |||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricew 4 | 100 | 94.1 | |||||||||||||||
Base MSRP of the trim (or the model's lowest trim). Lower is better. | |||||||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 60.6 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | |||||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 94.4 | 71.1 | |||||||||||||||
NHTSA 5-Star rating, WhichTrim Safety Signal (open recalls by severity), owner complaints, standard driver-assist features (from the press kit, or from what the manufacturer filed with NHTSA where there is none). Open park-outside / do-not-drive advisories cost 25 points. | |||||||||||||||||
| Space & cargow 2 | 100 | 98.7 | |||||||||||||||
Seats, cargo volume behind the 1st and 2nd rows, rear legroom. | |||||||||||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 100 | 94.7 | |||||||||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | |||||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortw 3 | 56.7 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
Standard (1) and optional (0.5) infotainment, convenience, climate and interior features from the manufacturer's press kit. | |||||||||||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||||||||
| Overall | 85 | 91.5 | |||||||||||||||
Trim vs trim · 6 of 7 categories compared
Nissan Altima: base trim S FWD · Toyota Camry: base trim LE FWD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Change what matters to you →Scores are 0–100 per category from the data on this page. The weights are yours to set.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2025 Toyota Camry wins
- It lists more comfort and tech equipment (30 points against 17 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½).
- It costs $850 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($1,300 against $2,150).
- It is rated 51 combined against 31 (EPA mpg or MPGe).
Where the 2025 Nissan Altima answers
- It has drawn fewer owner complaints (7 against 173 filed with NHTSA).
- It lists 26 standard driver-assist features against 19.
What they share
- 5 NHTSA stars.
- 5 seats.
Ranked by how far apart the two score on each measure, so a price gap and a horsepower gap are compared on the same scale. Every figure is on this page.
Specifications side by side
51 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Nissan AltimaS FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $27,000 | $28,700 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated | — |
| Cylinder count | 4 | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 2,488 cc | 2,487 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.5L 4-cylinder inline DOHC DIG | 2.5-liter, 4-cylinder, alloy block with aluminum alloy head |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi | — |
| Valve configuration | 4 valves per cylinder; CVTCS on intake and exhaust valves | DOHC 16-Valve |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 188 hp | 184 hp |
| Torque | 180 lb-ft | 163 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | 27 mpg | 53 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 32 mpg | 51 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 39 mpg | 50 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | 4.828 | — |
| Transmission type | cvt | Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | — | 5.4 in |
| Overall height | 56.7 in | 56.9 in |
| Overall length | 193 in | 194 in |
| Overall width | 72.9 in | 72.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 111 in | 111 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 15.4 cu-ft | 15.1 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 116 cu-ft | 99.9 cu-ft |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 39.1 in | 38.3 in |
| Second-row headroom | — | 37.6 in |
| Third-row headroom | 36.9 in | — |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 43.8 in | 42.1 in |
| Second-row legroom | — | 38 in |
| Third-row legroom | 35.2 in | — |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3,253 lbs | 3,450 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3,253 lbs | 3,450 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4,328 lbs | — |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | Independent strut with coil springs, aluminum links, 25mm stabilizer bar | Independent MacPherson strut suspension with stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link independent suspension, 26mm hollow stabilizer bar | Multi-link rear suspension with stabilizer bar |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Dual-Pinion Electric-Powered Steering System | Electric Power Steering (EPS): rack-and-pinion with electric power-assist |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 36.1 ft | 37.4 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | 296 mm | 305 mm |
| Front brake type | Power-assisted vented disc | ventilated disc |
| Parking brake type | Foot brake / mechanical | Electric Parking Brake |
| Rear brake diameter | 292 mm | 281 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc | solid disc |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 16 in | 16 in |
| Wheel material | steel | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | — | 6.5 in |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | 215/60R16 | P205/65 R16 |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | 16.2 gal | 13 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 | 87 |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | NissanConnect Services Powered by SiriusXM | Toyota Safety Connect / Service Connect / Remote Connect / Drive Connect / Wi-Fi Connect |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | — | 120 months |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 58.2 in | 57.7 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | — | 55.7 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 57.1 in | — |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
115 features · differences first, then sharedSafety35 differ · 40 listed
| Feature | Nissan AltimaS FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection | std | — |
| Intelligent Forward Collision Warning | std | — |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | std | — |
| Front seat-mounted side impact supplemental air bags | std | — |
| Lane Departure Warning | std | — |
| Nissan Advanced Air Bag System with dual-stage supplemental front air bags with seat belt sensors and occupant classification sensor | std | — |
| RearView Monitor | std | — |
| Roof-mounted curtain side impact supplemental air bags for front and rear-seat outboard occupant head protection | std | — |
| Intelligent Driver Alertness | std | — |
| Seat-mounted rear passenger side-impact supplemental air bags | std | — |
| Auto High Beams | — | std |
| Backup camera with dynamic gridlines | — | std |
| Brake Assist | std | — |
| Child-protector rear door locks and power window lockout control | — | std |
| Collision sensors: deactivate high-voltage traction battery | — | std |
| Driver and front passenger supplemental knee air bags | std | — |
| Easy-Fill Tire Alert | std | — |
| Electric Parking Brake with Brake Hold function | — | std |
| Electronic Brake Force Distribution | std | — |
| Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control | — | std |
| High Beam Assist | std | — |
| Hill Start Assist | std | — |
| Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist | — | std |
| Lane Tracing Assist | — | std |
| LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) includes lower anchors on outboard rear seats and tether anchors on all rear seats | — | std |
| Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection | — | std |
| Proactive Driving Assist | — | std |
| Rear Automatic Braking | std | — |
| Rear Door Alert | std | — |
| Rear Sonar System | std | — |
| Road Sign Assist | — | std |
| Safe Exit Alert | — | std |
| Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0 | — | std |
| Vehicle Security System | std | — |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System, 4-corner pressure readout | std | — |
| Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) | std | std |
| Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | std | std |
| Star Safety System™ — includes Vehicle Stability Control, Traction Control, Anti-lock Brake System, Electronic Brake-force Distribution, Brake Assist and Smart Stop Technology® (SST) | std | std |
| Star Safety System™ — Traction Control | std | std |
| Anti-theft system with alarm and engine immobilizer | std | std |
Infotainment23 differ · 23 listed
| Feature | Nissan AltimaS FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi Connect — includes AT&T Wi-Fi hotspot and Integrated Streaming (Apple Music® and Amazon Music) compatibility. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Bluetooth® Hands-free | std | — |
| 6-speaker audio system | — | std |
| 8-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen with USB-A media port, hands-free phone capability and music streaming via Bluetooth® wireless technology, SiriusXM® 3-month trial subscription. | — | std |
| 8-inch color display with multi-touch control | std | — |
| AM/FM with RDS and aux-in, 6 speakers | std | — |
| Drive Connect — includes Cloud Navigation with Google Points of Interest (POI) data, Intelligent Assistant with Hey, Toyota, and Destination Assist. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Five USB ports: one USB-A media port and two USB-C charging ports up front, with one USB-A and one USB-C charging port in the rear | — | std |
| Hands-Free Text Messaging Assistant | std | — |
| NissanConnect® featuring Apple CarPlay® integration and Android Auto™ | std | — |
| Qi-compatible wireless smartphone charging with charge indicator light | — | std |
| Remote Connect — remotely interact with your vehicle through the Toyota app via your smartwatch. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Safety Connect® — includes Emergency Assistance button, enhanced Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification and Stolen Vehicle Locator. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Service Connect — receive personalized maintenance updates and vehicle health reports. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Single front illuminated USB connection port (one Type-A) | std | — |
| Siri Eyes Free®/Google Assistant™ Voice Recognition | std | — |
| SiriusXM® with advanced audio features | std | — |
| Steering wheel-mounted control switches (cruise control, audio, Bluetooth® hands-free phone system) | std | — |
| Streaming audio via Bluetooth® | std | — |
| Wired Android Auto | std | — |
| Wired Apple CarPlay | std | — |
| Wireless Android Auto™ compatibility | — | std |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay® compatibility | — | std |
Convenience7 differ · 7 listed
| Feature | Nissan AltimaS FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Remote engine start | std | — |
| Smart Key System with Smart Access on front doors and trunk, Push Button Start, remote keyless entry system and remote illuminated entry | — | opt |
| Multi-function key fob with remote entry system with lock, two-stage unlock, panic, Smart Access trunk function, Push Button Start with remote illuminated entry | — | std |
| One 12V auxiliary power outlet | — | std |
| Power door locks with shift-linked automatic locking feature with anti-lockout feature | — | std |
| Power windows with auto up/down, jam protection in all positions and retained-power features | — | std |
| Push Button Start | — | std |
Climate1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Nissan AltimaS FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Dual zone automatic climate control with air filter, humidity sensor and rear-seat vents | — | std |
Seating3 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | Nissan AltimaS FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Heated front seats | — | opt |
| Fabric-trimmed front seats with seatback pockets; 8-way power-adjustable front driver's seat with power lumbar support; 6-way manual passenger front seat | — | opt |
| Woven fabric seating | std | — |
| Fabric-trimmed front seats with passenger-side seatback pocket; 6-way manual front driver's and passenger seat | std | std |
| 6-way manual passenger front seat | std | std |
Interior12 differ · 12 listed
| Feature | Nissan AltimaS FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Leather-trimmed heated tilt/telescopic steering wheel | — | opt |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink® universal garage door opener | — | opt |
| 5-inch meter display | std | — |
| 7-in. Digital Gauge Cluster — with selectable gauge display screens and fuel economy, Driver Assist, vehicle/trip information and warning messages | — | std |
| Covered center console, armrest and storage | — | std |
| Leather-trimmed tilt/telescopic steering wheel | — | opt |
| Passenger-side illuminated glove compartment | — | std |
| Tilt/telescopic steering wheel | — | std |
| Two front and two rear cup holders; two front door and two rear bottle holders | — | std |
| Rearview mirror with manual day/night mode | — | std |
| Dual sun visors with sliding extensions and illuminated vanity mirrors | — | std |
| Overhead console with sunglasses storage | — | std |
Exterior23 differ · 25 listed
| Feature | Nissan AltimaS FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Power tilt/slide moonroof | — | opt |
| Bi-LED projector low- and high-beam headlights, Automatic High Beams and auto on/off | — | std |
| 16-in. Silver-finished alloy wheels | — | std |
| 16-inch steel with full wheel cover | std | — |
| 215/60R16 all-season tires | std | — |
| Acoustic noise-reducing front windshield | — | std |
| Active grille shutters | std | — |
| Black front side air curtains | — | std |
| Black horizontal bar front grille | — | std |
| Black rear lower diffuser | — | std |
| Black window trim | — | std |
| Chrome-finished rear "CAMRY" lettering | — | std |
| Color-keyed outside door handles | — | std |
| Color-keyed outside front door handles with touch-sensor lock/unlock feature | — | opt |
| Intelligent Auto Headlights (LED with Daytime Running Lights and High Beam Assist) | std | — |
| LED combination taillights | — | std |
| LED combination taillights with bulb turn signal and reverse light | — | std |
| Roof-mounted shark-fin antenna | — | std |
| Washer-linked intermittent windshield wipers | — | std |
| Rear window defogger and outside mirror heater function with timer | — | std |
| Center High-Mounted Stop Light (LED) | std | — |
| Single hidden exhaust | — | std |
| Splash Guards | std | — |
| LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) | std | std |
| Spare Tire/Wheel Temporary | std | std |
Powertrain1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Nissan AltimaS FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Front engine / FWD | std | — |
Chassis1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Nissan AltimaS FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD |
|---|---|---|
| ZF Sachs monotube rear shock absorbers | std | — |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPNissan Altima
Safety Signal 85 B
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★☆ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★★
Recalls 2
Owner complaints 7 · 2 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Service Brakes (2), Air Bags (1), Seats (1)
Top recalls
- high Air Bags 26V526000 · 149 vehicles
- high Latches/Locks/Linkages 26V023000 · 26,432 vehicles
Toyota Camry
Safety Signal 64 D
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★★ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★★
Recalls 6 · 1 critical
Owner complaints 173 · 17 crashes · 1 fires
Most complained about Unspecified (33), Structure (30), Electrical System (27)
Top recalls
- critical Hybrid Propulsion System 25V869000 · 55,405 vehicles
- high Seat Belts 26V511000 · 508,354 vehicles
- high Seat Belts 25V059000 · 40,922 vehicles
- moderate Back Over Prevention 25V744000 · 1,024,407 vehicles
- moderate Electrical System 25V595000 · 591,377 vehicles
- minor Equipment 24V548000 · 33,848 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Nissan AltimaS FWD | Toyota CamryLE FWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $27,000 (base trim) | $28,700 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | $27,000 – $34,830 7 trims | $28,700 – $36,425 8 trims |
| Powertrains | GAS | HEV |
| EPA configuration compared | Altima | Camry HEV FF LE |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 31 | 51 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $2,150 | $1,300 |
| EV range | — | — |
| Basic warranty | — | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Powertrain warranty | — | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| Roadside assistance | — | 2 yr |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2025 Nissan Altima or the 2025 Toyota Camry?
The Toyota Camry wins clearly, 91.5 to 85, on tech & comfort, fuel & range. The Nissan Altima is ahead on safety and price. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2025 Toyota Camry scores 91.5 and the 2025 Nissan Altima 85. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which is cheaper, the 2025 Nissan Altima or the 2025 Toyota Camry?
The 2025 Nissan Altima starts lower — $27,000 against $28,700, a gap of $1,700 at the trims compared here. Both are manufacturer MSRPs before destination, options and dealer charges.
Which has the better safety record, the 2025 Nissan Altima or the 2025 Toyota Camry?
2025 Nissan Altima: 5 NHTSA stars, grade B, 2 recalls. 2025 Toyota Camry: 5 NHTSA stars, grade D, 6 recalls. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the biggest differences between the 2025 Nissan Altima and the 2025 Toyota Camry?
Where the 2025 Toyota Camry wins: it lists more comfort and tech equipment (30 points against 17 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½), costs $850 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($1,300 against $2,150), and is rated 51 combined against 31 (EPA mpg or MPGe). Where the 2025 Nissan Altima answers: it has drawn fewer owner complaints (7 against 173 filed with NHTSA) and lists 26 standard driver-assist features against 19. What they share: 5 NHTSA stars and 5 seats.