SL's 17-inch wheels and wavy character line reduce the visual bulk of the tall body side. Protruding tail lamps add a muffin top effect to an overly rectangular rear.
Appearance of traditional luxury. Nissan says the shape of the instrument panel was inspired by a bird's wing.
Classy, traditional gauges and logical controls. Good materials, but the textures don't always match.
Nav screen very easy to read, and only adds $650 (with a rearview monitor). Front seats are too flat and firm. Those in the larger Altima are far better.
Plenty of legroom in the back. The cushion is a little low, but this is common even in larger cars. Among the most spacious trunks in the segment (the others are in the Cruze and Jetta).