Nissan Altima vs Toyota Corolla
The Toyota Corolla is more fuel-efficient at 30 MPG combined, against 26 MPG for the Nissan Altima. At EPA assumptions that is about $350 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Nissan Altima | Toyota Corolla | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 2,150 | 1,770 |
| Most reported problem | Steering | Air bags |
| Crashes and fires | 55 and 15 | 276 and 16 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 78,000 miles | 24,000 miles |
| Recalls | 4 | 13 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 26 MPG | 30 MPG |
| City and highway | 23 and 32 | 27 and 35 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,600 | $2,250 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 2,150 complaints for the Nissan Altima and 1,770 for the Toyota Corolla. 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, 13 for the Toyota Corolla.