SL AWD AWD
What the SL AWD adds over the S (+$8,200)
| Spec | S | SL AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Rear brake diameter | 292.1 mm | 279.9 mm |
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3244 lbs | 3452 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3244 lbs | 3452 lbs |
| Horsepower | 188 hp | 182 hp |
| Torque | 180 lb-ft | 178 lb-ft |
| Fuel tank capacity | 16.2 gal | 16 gal |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4328 lbs | 4482 lbs |
| MPG (city) | 28 mpg | 26 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 32 mpg | 30 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 39 mpg | 36 mpg |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $25,630 | $33,830 |
| Overall height | 56.7 in | 57.3 in |
| Parking brake type | Foot brake / mechanical | Electronic / switch |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link independent suspension, 26mm hollow stabilizer bar | Multi-link independent suspension, 22mm solid stabilizer bar |
| Tire size | 215/60R16 | 235/40R19 |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 36.1 ft | 37.4 ft |
| Wheel diameter | 16 in | 19 in |
| Wheel material | steel | alloy |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 12.3-inch color display with multi-touch control, 19-inch machined aluminum-alloy with painted inserts, 2-way power lumbar, 3-spoke leather-wrapped steering wheel, 4-way power passenger seat, 7.0-inch Advanced Drive-Assist® Display, 8-way power, Active Ride Control, Bose® Premium Sound System with AM/FM/AUX w/9 speakers, Dual-Zone Automatic Temperature Control, Exhaust finisher, Front engine / AWD, Heated front seats, Heated sideview mirrors with integrated LED turn signal indicators, Intelligent Around View® Monitor, Intelligent Cruise Control, Intelligent Lane Intervention, Intelligent Trace Control, Leather-appointed, Manual shift mode with paddle shifters, Nissan Intelligent Key® with Push Button Ignition, NissanConnect Services Powered by SiriusXM® (SiriusXM® subscription required, sold separately), NissanConnect with Nissan Door to Door Navigation, NissanConnect® featuring Apple CarPlay® integration and Android Auto™, Outside mirror-mounted LED turn signal indicators, ProPILOT Assist (Steering Assist + Intelligent Cruise Control – with Full Speed Range and Hold), Rear heating/cooling vents, Remote engine starter with Intelligent Climate Control, SiriusXM® with 360L including 3-month Trial Subscription, Traffic Sign Recognition, Two front illuminated USB connection ports (one Type-A, one Type-C), Two rear illuminated USB charge ports (one Type-A, one Type-C), Wi-Fi hotspot, Wireless charging pad
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 295.9 mm |
| Front brake type | Power-assisted vented disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 279.9 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc |
| Parking brake type | Electronic / switch |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 15.4 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 116 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | NissanConnect Services Powered by SiriusXM |
Dimensions Exterior
| Overall height | 57.3 in |
| Overall length | 192.9 in |
| Overall width | 72.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 111.2 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 2488 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.5L DOHC 4-cylinder inline |
| Valve configuration | DOHC |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 182 hp |
| Torque | 178 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 26 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 30 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 36 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 16 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 39.1 in |
| Third-row headroom | 36.9 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 43.8 in |
| Third-row legroom | 35.2 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $33,830 |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 58.2 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 57.1 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Dual-Pinion Electric-Powered Steering System |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 37.4 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Independent strut w/ coil springs, aluminum links, 25mm stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link independent suspension, 22mm solid stabilizer bar |
Tires
| Tire size | 235/40R19 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 4.8 |
| Transmission type | cvt |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3452 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3452 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4482 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 19 in |
| Wheel material | alloy |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety31 std · 0 opt
- Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection
- Intelligent Cruise Control
- Intelligent Around View® Monitor
- Intelligent Forward Collision Warning
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Front seat-mounted side impact supplemental air bags
- Intelligent Lane Intervention
- Lane Departure Warning
- Nissan Advanced Air Bag System with dual-stage supplemental front air bags with seat belt sensors and occupant classification sensor
- RearView Monitor
- Roof-mounted curtain side impact supplemental air bags for front and rear-seat outboard occupant head protection
- Seat-mounted rear passenger side-impact supplemental air bags
- Anti-lock Braking System
- Blind Spot Warning
- Brake Assist
- Driver and front passenger supplemental knee air bags
- Easy Fill Tire Alert
- Electronic Brake force Distribution
- High Beam Assist
- Hill Start Assist
- Intelligent Driver Alertness
- ProPILOT Assist (Steering Assist + Intelligent Cruise Control – with Full Speed Range and Hold)
- Rear Automatic Braking
- Rear Door Alert system
- Rear Sonar System
- Traction Control System
- Traffic Sign Recognition
- Vehicle Dynamic Control
- Vehicle Security System
- Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System, 4-corner pressure readout
Infotainment14 std · 0 opt
- Wi-Fi hotspot
- 12.3-inch color display with multi-touch control
- 7.0-inch Advanced Drive-Assist® Display
- Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System
- Bose® Premium Sound System with AM/FM/AUX w/9 speakers
- Hands-Free Text Messaging Assistant
- Manual shift mode with paddle shifters
- NissanConnect Services Powered by SiriusXM® (SiriusXM® subscription required, sold separately)
- NissanConnect with Nissan Door to Door Navigation
- NissanConnect® featuring Apple CarPlay® integration and Android Auto™
- Siri Eyes Free®/Google Assistant™ Voice Recognition
- SiriusXM® with 360L including 3-month Trial Subscription
- Streaming audio via Bluetooth®
- Wireless charging pad
Convenience5 std · 0 opt
- Nissan Intelligent Key® with Push Button Ignition
- Cruise control
- Remote engine starter with Intelligent Climate Control
- Two front illuminated USB connection ports (one Type-A, one Type-C)
- Two rear illuminated USB charge ports (one Type-A, one Type-C)
Climate2 std · 0 opt
- Dual-Zone Automatic Temperature Control
- Rear heating/cooling vents
Seating5 std · 0 opt
- 8-way power
- Heated front seats
- 2-way power lumbar
- 4-way power passenger seat
- Leather-appointed
Interior1 std · 0 opt
- 3-spoke leather-wrapped steering wheel
Exterior8 std · 2 opt
- Single panel moonroof optional
- 19-inch machined aluminum-alloy with painted inserts
- Active grille shutters
- Daytime Running Lights
- Exhaust finisher
- Heated sideview mirrors with integrated LED turn signal indicators
- Outside mirror-mounted LED turn signal indicators
- Rear decklid spoiler optional
- Rear window defroster with timer
- Temporary spare tire – 16 x 4T, steel wheel
Powertrain2 std · 0 opt
- Front engine / AWD
- Front engine / FWD
Chassis2 std · 0 opt
- Active Ride Control
- Intelligent Trace Control
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2023 Altima. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the SL AWD
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2023 Nissan Altima SL AWD?
The manufacturer lists $33,830 for the 2023 Nissan Altima SL AWD. That is $8,200 above the S, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2023 Nissan Altima SL AWD add over the S?
Against the S, 34 features become standard that the S does not and 18 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.