Model Tested: 2016 Nissan Altima SV Engine: 2.5-liter I-4 gas, 182 horsepower, 180 lb-ft torque Transmission: CVT automatic transmission, front-wheel-drive EPA Ratings: 26/City—37/Highway—30/Combined Base Price: $25,460 As Tested: $28,425 Performance: Smooth highway ride Strong acceleration OK CVT transmission Overdrive function We averaged … read more

Model Tested: 2015 Nissan Murano Platinum AWD Engine: 3.5-liter 6-cylinder gas, 260 horsepower, 240 lb-ft torque Transmission: CVT automatic transmission, all-wheel-drive EPA Ratings: 21/City—28/Highway—24/Combined Base Price: $40,600 As Tested: $43,745 Performance: Smooth, powerful engine Pleasant highway ride Agile off road handling Good fuel … read more

Model Tested: 2015 Nissan NV200 Cargo Van SV Engine: 2.0-liter I-4, 131 horsepower 139 lb-ft torque Transmission: CVT automatic, front-wheel-drive EPA Ratings: 24/City—26/Highway—25/Combined Base Price: $21,710 As Tested: $24,345 Performance: Passable power Strong side winds can be problematic Smooth CVT transmission Impressive fuel … read more

After four highly successful generations, the venerable Nissan Altima entered its fifth generation as a totally new vehicle in 2013 for the 2014 model year. Boasting a combination of innovative mechanical improvements, painstakingly tuned ride and handling, coupled with advanced cockpit connectivity and … read more

The term “Crossover SUV” has become standard nomenclature throughout the automotive industry, without a clear definition of what, exactly, makes up such a vehicle. The line between crossovers and “real” SUVs has become so blurred it’s hard for the average consumer to know … read more

Model Tested: 2014 Nissan Quest 3.5 LE Engine: 3.5 Liter, DOHC 6-Cylinder Transmission: Xtronic CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) EPA Ratings: 19/City – 25/Highway – 21/Combined Base Price: $42,640 As Tested: $45,060 Performance: Surprisingly strong acceleration Excellent passing abilities Smooth CVT Comfort: Seating is … read more

Model Tested: 2014 Nissan Versa Note SV Engine: 1.6-liter DOHC I-4, 109-horsepower 107 lb-ft torque Transmission: CVT, front-wheel-drive EPA Ratings: 31-mpg city/ 40-mpg highway Base Price: $15,990 As Tested: $17,320 Performance: Reasonable acceleration for small displacement engine Smooth transmission Acceptable braking Compact outer … read more