“I love the look of my Nissan Altima. AWD car that drives great in the snow. Driver's seat adjustment is great for smaller female.”
2022 Nissan Altima: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The most important 2022 change is minor: the 2.5 SR’s rear spoiler became optional instead of standard. Otherwise, the Altima carried over without a redesign or major changes to its engines, safety features, or infotainment.
About the 2022 Nissan Altima
6th generation Altima (2019-2025), fourth model year, final year before the 2023 refresh.
Nissan positions the Altima as a midsize sedan that gives shoppers a little more choice than many rivals. Its core draw is everyday comfort and easy long-distance driving, but Nissan also highlights two unusual hooks for the class: available AWD and the stronger VC-Turbo engine. The model’s overall message is confidence, connectivity, and comfort, making it a practical family and commuter sedan with a broader range of personalities than a one-size-fits-all competitor.
The 2022 Altima ranges from the essentials-focused 2.5 S to the comfort-oriented 2.5 SL and AWD-equipped 2.5 Platinum. The 2.5 SR adds sportier styling, 19-inch wheels, and paddle shifters, while the VC-T SR pairs that look with the lineup’s turbocharged engine and sport-tuned suspension.
What changed, by category
Styling
The 2.5 SR’s rear spoiler changed from standard equipment for 2021 to optional equipment for 2022.
2022 Nissan Altima specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, Xtronic CVT | Automatic, Xtronic CVT | Automatic, Xtronic CVT | Automatic, Xtronic CVT | Automatic, Xtronic CVT | Automatic, Xtronic CVT |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 28 mpg | 27 mpg | 25 mpg | 27 mpg | 25 mpg | 25 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 39 mpg | 37 mpg | 34 mpg | 37 mpg | 34 mpg | 35 mpg |
| Horsepower | 182 hp | 182 hp | 182 hp | 182 hp | 236 hp | 182 hp |
| Torque | 178 lb-ft | 178 lb-ft | 178 lb-ft | 178 lb-ft | 267 lb-ft | 178 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 15.4 cu-ft | 15.4 cu-ft | 15.4 cu-ft | 15.4 cu-ft | 15.4 cu-ft | 15.4 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 35.2 in | 35.2 in | 35.2 in | 35.2 in | 35.2 in | 35.2 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
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| Rear View Camera | ||||||
| 360 Camera | ||||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||||
| Fog Lights | ||||||
| Heated Mirrors | ||||||
| LED Headlights | ||||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | ||||||
| Power Moonroof | ||||||
| Rear Spoiler | ||||||
| Navigation System | ||||||
| Premium Audio | ||||||
| Satellite Radio | ||||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||||
| Rear Air Conditioning | ||||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||||
| Leather Seats | ||||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||||||
| Power Driver Seat | ||||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||||
| Remote Start | ||||||
Frequently asked questions
Was the 2022 Nissan Altima redesigned?
No, the 2022 Nissan Altima was not redesigned. It continued with the same sixth-generation body, engine lineup, basic trim structure, and AWD pattern as the prior year.
What is the main difference between the 2022 and 2021 Nissan Altima?
The main difference is that the 2.5 SR’s rear spoiler became optional for 2022 after being standard for 2021. The rest of the lineup saw no major product changes.
Which 2022 Nissan Altima has the turbo engine?
The VC-T SR is the only 2022 Nissan Altima with the 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine. The other trims use the standard 2.5-liter four-cylinder.
Does every 2022 Nissan Altima have AWD?
No, AWD is not fitted to every 2022 Nissan Altima. It is standard on the 2.5 Platinum and is paired only with the 2.5-liter engine, not the turbocharged VC-T SR.
Does every 2022 Nissan Altima have the full Safety Shield 360 suite?
No, the full Safety Shield 360 suite starts with the 2.5 SV and continues on higher trims. The 2.5 S still has core features such as automatic emergency braking, pedestrian detection, lane departure warning, and high-beam assist.
2022 Nissan Altima Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2022 Nissan Altima.
4.2
2022 Nissan Altima
(1,088 reviews)
“Drives very smooth. Seats are comfortable on long drives and has excellent gas mileage.”
“I would say the Nissan Altima is a driving experience that changes the way people think about driving. It's a superb sedan which would be a better driving vehicle than most other cars.”