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Nissan Altima L33

2013–2018 · L33 · sedan

Fifth-generation Altima. 2.5L QR25DE I4 (~182hp) as the volume engine, 3.5L VQ35DE V6 (~270hp) optional through 2018. Xtronic CVT only, no manual offered. FWD. Built at Nissan's Smyrna, TN and Canton, MS plants. One of the best-selling sedans in the US during its run.

Watch out: Nissan's Xtronic CVT is the long-term ownership question. Nissan extended powertrain coverage to 10 years / 120,000 miles on earlier model years after a class-action settlement. Symptoms to watch: hesitation, shuddering, jerky engagement, and a high-RPM 'rubber band' feel. Check the build date and warranty status on any used L33.

What your Altima takes

The parts and fluids that fit this generation. Specs we publish are confirmed against two independent sources; the rest fill in as we verify them.

  • Tire size215/60R16✓ VerifiedView
  • Wiper blades28" driver · 16" passenger✓ VerifiedView
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