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2010 Nissan Altima Coupe 2.5 S CVT

The 2010 Nissan Altima Coupe 2.5 S CVT is a 175-hp 2.5-liter inline-4 coupe with a xtronic cvt and front-wheel drive. It starts at $22,940 MSRP and is rated at 26 mpg combined.

It makes 175 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and 180 lb-ft of torque at 3900 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 23 mpg city and 32 mpg highway (26 mpg combined).

The Altima measures 182.5 inches long on a 105.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,118 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeCoupe
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$22,940 ($34,184 *)
MSRP with Destination$23,660 ($35,257 *)
Destination Charge$720
Engine
Engine Type2.5L I4 (QR25DE)
Displacement2.5 L
Horsepower175 hp @ 5,600 rpm
Torque180 lb-ft @ 3900 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC 16-valve
Injection TypeSequential Multi-Port Fuel Injection (SMPI)
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
TransmissionXtronic CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission)
1st Gear2.35
Reverse1.78
Final Drive5.12
Fuel Economy
City23 MPG
Highway32 MPG
Combined26 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular
Tank Capacity20 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent strut
Rear SuspensionMulti-link
Front Stabilizer Bar0.86 in
Rear Stabilizer Bar0.68 in
Brakes
Front Brake Disc11.7 in x 1.02 in, vented
Rear Brake Disc11.5 in x 0.35 in
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front16 x 7.0 in
Wheels Rear16 x 7.0 in
Tires FrontP215/60R16
Tires RearP215/60R16
Dimensions & Weight
Length182.5 in
Width70.7 in
Height55.3 in
Wheelbase105.3 in
Front Track60.7 in
Rear Track60.4 in
Ground Clearance5.1 in
Cargo Volume7.4 ft³
Curb Weight3,118 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front39.7 in
Headroom Rear35.6 in
Legroom Front42.5 in
Legroom Rear34.4 in
Shoulder Room Front53.9 in
Shoulder Room Rear52.4 in
Hip Room Front54.2 in
Hip Room Rear47.6 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Frontal – driver ★★★★★
Frontal – passenger ★★★★★
Side crash Not rated
Rollover Not rated
Tested variant: 2010 Nissan Altima 2-DR. w/SAB
Other tested variants (1)
  • 2010 Nissan Altima 4-DR. w/SAB: overall not rated

Recalls

3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2010 Nissan ALTIMA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Sep 10, 2010 · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES THAT WERE EQUIPPED WITH A GARMIN NUVI MODEL 750 NAVIGATION SYSTEM. THE BATTERIES CONTAINED IN THE AFFECTED GPS UNITS CAN OVERHEAT.

Consequence: OVERHEATED BATTERIES COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

Remedy: NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND THE REPAIRS WILL BE PERFORMED BY GARMIN TECHNICIANS BY REPLACING THE BATTERY AND INSERTING A SPACER ON TOP OF THE BATTERY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 16, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GARMIN DIRECTLY AT 1-866-957-1981 OR NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.

NHTSA campaign 10V401000

May 7, 2010 · STRUCTURE

NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 ALTIMA VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 7, 2010 THROUGH APRIL 13, 2010. SOME OF THE FRONT SIDE MEMBER ASSEMBLY COMPONENTS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN WELDED TO SPECIFICATION DUE TO A TOOL MAINTENANCE ERROR.

Consequence: IF SEVERAL STRUCTURAL WELDS ARE OUT OF SPECIFICATION ON A SINGLE VEHICLE, IT MAY HAVE AN EFFECT ON THE VEHICLE CRASH PERFORMANCE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND IF NECESSARY REPAIR FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 13, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.

NHTSA campaign 10V193000

Sep 16, 2009 · SUSPENSION

NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 AND 2010 ALTIMA AND MAXIMA PASSENGER CARS. THE UPPER FRONT STRUT INSULATORS MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED OUT OF SPECIFICATION RESULTING IN A POTENTIAL FOR THE STRUT INSULATOR TO CRACK.

Consequence: IF THE STRUT INSULATOR IS CRACKED, THERE IS A POTENTIAL FOR THE STRUT ROD TO COME OUT OF ITS MOUNTING POSITION, WHICH COULD AFFECT VEHICLE STABILITY AND INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE BOTH LEFT AND RIGHT SIDE FRONT STRUT INSULATORS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN OCTOBER 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-NISSAN1 (1-800-647-7261).

NHTSA campaign 09V358000

381 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2010 Nissan ALTIMA

Owner Complaints

381 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2010 Nissan ALTIMA (25 mention a crash, 9 a fire, 20 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Electrical System74
Power Train73
Unknown Or Other70
Air Bags61
Engine50
Service Brakes32
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Sep 29, 2026 · Wheels, Service Brakes
“Vehicle pulled out in front of me exiting from parallel park into oncoming traffic causing me to skid(slam brakes) & steer off into the other lane of traffic. When I got out to check the scenery &…”
May 13, 2026 · Unknown Or Other
“The sunroof completely dislodged from the vehicle and flew off into the traffic behind me on a highway. This included the entire sunroof - the frame, casing, window, mechanics and all! This was…”
May 6, 2026 · Electrical System Fire
“Vehicle caught on fire my be a electrical problem”
Jan 23, 2026 · Unknown Or Other, Lane Departure
“Vehicle doesn't work properbaliy”
Sep 25, 2025 · Suspension
“The contact owns a 2010 Nissan Altima. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who discovered severe corrosion on the rear cross-member. The contact was informed that the vehicle was unsafe…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2010 NISSAN ALTIMA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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