Nissan Altima vs Toyota Camry
The Nissan Altima is more fuel-efficient at 26 MPG combined, against 25 MPG for the Toyota Camry. 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 | Toyota Camry | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 2,150 | 1,616 |
| Most reported problem | Steering | Cruise control |
| Crashes and fires | 55 and 15 | 204 and 27 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 78,000 miles | 51,000 miles |
| Recalls | 4 | 10 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 26 MPG | 25 MPG |
| City and highway | 23 and 32 | 21 and 31 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,600 | $2,700 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 2,150 complaints for the Nissan Altima and 1,616 for the Toyota Camry. 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, 10 for the Toyota Camry.