Nissan Altima Safety

When you’re looking to stay safe on today’s roads, it’s a great idea to drive a car that’s equipped with all the latest active safety features. These systems monitor the road and alert you to possible collisions—they can even correct your driving. Active safety features go a long way in ensuring we all drive better and create safer roads.

It’s for this reason the Nissan Altima is equipped with a full suite of features that help you stay in your lane and avoid accidents altogether. This sedan is just what Indianapolis, Lawrence, and Speedway, IN, drivers need to enjoy peace of mind on their daily drives.

At Andy Mohr Nissan, we want to show you the features this car has to offer. So, read more to learn all about the safety capabilities of the Nissan Altima.

HOW SAFE IS THE NISSAN ALTIMA? IIHS SAFETY RATINGS

If you’re asking how safe the Nissan Altima is, one of the easiest ways to find out is to consult the IIHS (Insurance Institute of Highway Safety). This organization tests the crashworthiness and safety features aboard a vehicle to determine how fit it is for the road.

For the 2021 Altima, it has earned the distinction of being an IIHS 2021 TOP SAFETY PICK+. That’s because this vehicle earned a top score of “Good” on all of its crashworthiness tests. You can be sure that this vehicle will help keep you secure no matter what situation you may find on the road.

In addition, the IIHS has also awarded this vehicle with a “Superior” rating for its Crash Avoidance & Mitigation in front crash prevention for vehicle-to-vehicle collisions. This means that this 2021 Altima was able to automatically come to a stop during possible collisions at both 12 MPH and 25 MPH.

NHTSA SAFETY RATINGS 

Another organization to consult when determining the safety of a sedan is the NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration). This organization is managed by the United States Department of Transportation and ensures that every car on the road meets rigorous government safety standards.

When it comes to the safety of the Nissan Altima, you’ll be pleased to find that this vehicle has earned a 5-Star Overall Safety Rating from the NHTSA. To earn this rating, a sedan needs to go through some serious testing before being deemed secure.

This vehicle earned its 5-star rating in both the Side Crash and Rollover tests. Additionally, this vehicle also earned a 4-star rating in the Frontal Crash test, so you can be sure that the Altima offers fantastic safety performance in various scenarios.

SMART BODY ENGINEERING

To build a safe vehicle, it all starts with designing the car to be able to handle a collision. This sedan has been built from the ground up to easily absorb the force of a collision, thanks to the smart engineering Nissan’s designers bring to the table.

To start, the Nissan Altima is specifically designed to absorb the force of a collision using its Zone Body construction with front and rear crumple zones. In an accident, this vehicle can redirect force away from the driver and passengers by crumpling the parts of its body.

To cushion you in the event of a collision, this sedan also offers drivers a total set of airbags lining the cabin of the vehicle. You’ll even have standard roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental airbags. This system works to keep you safe—even during a rollover accident—so you’re well-protected in a collision.

AN ADVANCED ACTIVE SAFETY SUITE 

Take a drive around town inside the Nissan Altima and you’ll see that this premier sedan is bristling with an array of active safety features. With these, you’ll be able to drive in confidence, knowing that your car is looking out for you in the event of a possible collision.

Take, for example, the standard Automatic Emergency Braking system that helps improve your brake time significantly. This feature uses sensors along the front of your vehicle to detect cars ahead of you. If you begin to approach the next vehicle too quickly, your car will alert you before applying the breaks automatically.

Drivers will enjoy further protection with standard Intelligent Lane Intervention. With this, your car will monitor the lanes of the road and adjust your steering to make sure you don’t drift into the next lane. This way, you have a comfortable and safe driving experience while moving along the highway.

STANDARD PASSIVE SAFETY FEATURES 

In addition to featuring many active safety capabilities, the Nissan Altima brings quite a few passive safety features to the table, as well. These are systems that work behind the scenes to help improve your handling when you need them most.

Among these is the standard Vehicle Dynamic Control with Traction Control System. Your car will detect any slippage and apply brake pressure to wheels that are losing torque. You’ll enjoy steady handling—no matter the weather—with this standard safety system.

To help drivers when moving up an incline, this sedan comes standard with Hill Start Assist. When you’re stopped along a hill, your car will actually manage your brakes and engine to help you start up the hill when traffic picks back up again.

PEACE OF MIND INSIDE THE NISSAN ALTIMA

If you’re looking to enjoy the comfort and security that intelligent safety features provide, you want to look at the Nissan Altima.

This sedan is fully equipped with everything you need to avoid accidents while driving along busy roads. After all, our team at Andy Mohr Nissan is eager to present what this vehicle can do for Indianapolis, Lawrence, and Speedway, Indiana, drivers.

Are you interested in taking this car out for a try? Schedule a test drive with us online or over the phone today!

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