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Is the 2016 Nissan Altima Among the Best Used Models

By Barnell Anderson

March 28, 2018; New York, NY, USA; The all-new Nissan Altima seen during the New York International Auto Show. Mandatory Credit: Danielle Parhizkaran-USA TODAY NETWORK ORIG FILE ID: 20180328_kkt_usa_021.jpg Usp News New York Auto Show A Usa Ny
March 28, 2018; New York, NY, USA; The all-new Nissan Altima seen during the New York International Auto Show. Mandatory Credit: Danielle Parhizkaran-USA TODAY NETWORK ORIG FILE ID: 20180328_kkt_usa_021.jpg Usp News New York Auto Show A Usa Ny / DANIELLE PARHIZKARAN, Danielle
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The Nissan Altima is one of the overall best sedans on the market. However, not all used Nissan Altima models make for the best used cars. Naturally, this is for several reasons, but one has to do with the continuously variable transmission the automaker uses, as CVT cars aren't always the most reliable. Perhaps one of the worst models is the 2016 Nissan Altima, as it has several mechanical problems that can be costly for owners.

The continuously variable transmission in this used Nissan Altima model has issues

Of course, everyone who buys a used Nissan Altima from 2016 won't have serious issues with the continuously variable transmission. However, this is one of the worst models from the lineup, as it has cost owners thousands of dollars in repairs. The transmission is one of the most expensive components of a vehicle, so buyers have to be selective, especially when picking used cars.

Regarding what goes wrong with the 2016 Nissan Altima, it experiences harsh gear shifts, shuddering, and has trouble accelerating. While these issues are troubling, the situation often ends with owners needing to have the transmission replaced. Besides the continuously variable transmission, this used Nissan Altima has trouble with the engine and has various other mechanical issues.

What are the best models for these Nissan CVT cars

Used Nissan Altima models can be among the best sedans. They deliver solid power and have a great look inside and out. Additionally, Nissan does a great job of incorporating interior technology. One of the best used Nissan Altima model years is from 2018.

According to Edmunds, the 2018 Nissan Altima uses a 2.5-liter inline-four engine that makes 179 horsepower and has a torque of 177 lb-ft. It's a front-wheel drive car and uses a continuously variable transmission. This also happens to be one of the best sedans because it's fuel-efficient. It averages 27 miles per gallon in the city and 38 MPG on the highway.

This Nissan Altima model is also one of the best used sedans because it offers two powertrains. The more powerful of the two uses a 3.5-liter V6 that has a maximum output of 270 horsepower and a torque of 251 lb-ft. Naturally, it also uses a continuously variable transmission.

There's much to love about the Nissan Altima. However, the lineup isn't perfect. This means that buyers have to do the proper research on used models. Buyers should also be aware that CVT cars are less reliable than other vehicles with automatic transmission.