2015 Nissan Altima Steering Question

pk20

Hi,

I recently bought a 2015 Nissan Altima SV back in May and it currently has about 1600 miles on it and ever since I got the car I've felt like the steering is heavy/heavier than previous new cars that I've driven. I know I can't compare an Altima to a Civic but I had leased a 2013 Honda Civic prior to this car and felt that the Civic's steering was a lot lighter (the car felt lighter). So since a Civic is a different category, even my mom's 2014 Toyota RAV4's steering feels much lighter, thus making the car feel lighter/easier to steer. My dad drove the car and told me that it felt heavier compared to his Toyota Camry. I was just wondering if the Altima's steering is supposed to be a bit heavier or if this is something that will be resolved once the car has been broken in more or if there is an issue with the power steering/fluid needs to be added etc...?

Thanks!

jetwoman

Your post was interesting. I just leased a 2015 Altima SL. I had previously leased a 2013 Altima SV. I find that the steering on my SL is lighter than on my SV. It is hard to know what could cause the heavier feeling. What about wheel size differences and tire pressure? Is that possible? I would take it to dealer and ask your question if I was dissatisfied with it. Hard to compare between different brands.

sashamd

I just saw this post after renting a 2015 Altima 2.5 S. I was curious as to gas tank size as well as the heavy steering with little feel. Overall I was quite impressed with the cars power and gas mileage.

I've driven a number of cars over 30 years and this would be a major issue as to whether I would consider buying one. I would be very surprised if it will change after break in. Different power steering fluid (lighter) could be tried but it would probably make little difference and might affect long term wear.