Acura ILX vs Nissan Altima
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Nissan Altima
Overview
| Spec | Acura ILXBase | Nissan AltimaSV |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | SV |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 8-speed automated manual | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2022 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura ILXBase | Nissan AltimaSV |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $27,300 (best) | $27,580 |
| Lowest listing price | $13,901 | $10,995 (best) |
| Median listing price | $22,967 | $19,772 (best) |
| Highest listing price | $26,500 (best) | $30,470 |
| For sale now | 7 | 60 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura ILXBase | Nissan AltimaSV |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 28 MPG | 32 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 24 MPG | 27 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 34 MPG | 39 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 13.2 gal | 16 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Acura ILXBase | Nissan AltimaSV |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 201 hp (best) | 188 hp |
| Torque | 180 lb-ft | 180 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.4 L | 2.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura ILXBase | Nissan AltimaSV |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 12.4 cu ft (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,095 lbs (best) | 3,281 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.3 in (best) | 5 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 111 in (best) |
| Length | 182.2 in | 193 in (best) |
| Width | 70.6 in | 73 in (best) |
| Height | 55.6 in | 57 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura ILXBase | Nissan AltimaSV |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura ILX | Nissan Altima |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $27,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) | SV $27,580 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Base $29,300 MSRP | SV $29,080 MSRP |
| 3 | Base $31,300 MSRP | SR $28,980 MSRP |
| 4 | Base $33,200 MSRP | SR AWD $30,480 MSRP |
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Acura ILX vs Nissan Altima FAQ
- Which is better: 2022 Acura ILX or 2026 Nissan Altima?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2022 Acura ILX vs 2026 Nissan Altima on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2022 Acura ILX or 2026 Nissan Altima?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2022 Acura ILX starts lower at $27,300. Live Acura ILX listings start at $13,901. Live Nissan Altima listings start at $10,995.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2022 Acura ILX or 2026 Nissan Altima?
- The 2022 Acura ILX leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (27,300).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2022 Acura ILX or 2026 Nissan Altima?
- The 2026 Nissan Altima leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (32).
- Which has better horsepower: 2022 Acura ILX or 2026 Nissan Altima?
- The 2022 Acura ILX leads on horsepower in this comparison (201).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2022 Acura ILX vs 2026 Nissan Altima?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Acura ILX (5/5 NHTSA overall); Nissan Altima (5/5 NHTSA overall).