2013 Nissan Altima 2.5 at a glance

2013 Nissan Altima 2.5

Base price: $22,280 (including destination charge)

Price, model tested: $24,880; Altima 2.5 SV

Powertrain: 2.5-liter, DOHC inline four-cylinder engine; single-speed, continuously variable transmission with sport mode

Horsepower: 182 at 6,000 rpm

Torque: 180 pound-feet at 4,000 rpm

0-60: 7.4 seconds, according to Motor Trend magazine

Curb weight: 3,121 pounds

Wheelbase: 109.3 inches

Overall length: 191.5 inches

EPA fuel economy: 27 mpg city/38 highway

Observed fuel economy: 25 miles per gallon in mostly city driving

Final thoughts: Begging for attention