Nissan Altima vs Pontiac G6
The Nissan Altima is more fuel-efficient at 26 MPG combined, against 25 MPG for the Pontiac G6. At EPA assumptions that is about $100 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Nissan Altima | Pontiac G6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,379 | 1,611 |
| Most reported problem | Body & structure | Steering |
| Crashes and fires | 74 and 22 | 59 and 29 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 72,000 miles | 79,000 miles |
| Recalls | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 26 MPG | 25 MPG |
| City and highway | 23 and 31 | 22 and 30 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,600 | $2,700 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,379 complaints for the Nissan Altima and 1,611 for the Pontiac G6. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
Safety recalls on file: 4 for the Nissan Altima, 4 for the Pontiac G6.