2021 Nissan Altima vs 2021 Kia K5
The 2021 Nissan Altima is a popular model for the Nissan line of cars, and has been proven time and time again to be stylish, reliable, and safe. For 2021, there is a new competitor on the market that has buyers wondering how the Altima will compare, or should we say an old competitor with a new name? Kia has redesigned the Kia Optima and given it a new name, the Kia K5. While the 2021 Kia K5 has received a lot of buzz in the car community, does it outperform the Altima and live up to the hype? We don’t think so.
In this side by side comparison, we will look at the proven and reliable features of the 2021 Nissan Altima alongside the new and yet to be weathered features of the 2021 Kia K5.
2021 Nissan Altima vs 2021 Kia K5: Features
The Nissan Altima is a sleek yet grown-up sedan that gives a feel of function with a hint of luxury. It boasts a list of features that will pamper drivers and add comfort to their 9-5 commute.
- Roomy back seat
- More than adequate lumbar support
- Soft and comfortable armrests
- User-friendly and attractive console
- 8-inch touch screen
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Wifi hotspot upgrade available
One of the most well-loved things about the Altima is the spacious interior for drivers with a long commute. There is plenty of room for the driver and anything they might need for their day.
In addition to the interior and convenience features, the Altima is also equipped with impressive safety features, some of which are not available on the Kia K5 such as ProPilot assist. This is Nissan’s semi-autonomous driving mode.
The Kia K5 will offer various driver assistance technology but it is unclear what that will be and what trim levels will be equipped with the features.
2021 Nissan Altima vs 2021 Kia K5: Specs & Powertrain
There are some similarities in this area between the 2021 Nissan Altima and the 2021 Kia K5. However, the Nissan Altima still excels in many specs and powertrain features. While they are both five-passenger four-door sedans that offer all-wheel-drive, the Nissan Altima is more powerful and still gets better fuel economy on the highway than the K5.
The fuel economy is another feature drivers love about the Nissan Altima. This is a go-to vehicle for drivers who have a long daily commute or spend a lot of time in their cars. The K5 does approach the fuel economy of the Altima but does not surpass it.
2021 Nissan Altima vs 2021 Kia K5: Pricing
The 2021 Nissan Altima is priced slightly higher than the Kia K5 but is still a proven value for drivers. Where the Nissan Altima is known to be reliable, the Kia K5 is unproven. They both have five trim levels to choose from with various features.
- Altima S - $25,225
- Altima SV - $26,325
- Altima SR - $27,125
- Altima SL - $30,915
- Altima Platinum - $35,025
The lower trim levels of the Altima and the K5 are within around a thousand dollars of each other.
If you want to test drive the Nissan Altima and decide for yourself, come into Giles Nissan Opelousas today.
