2015 Ford Focus vs. 2015 Nissan Altima

Drivers looking for a capable family sedan have two solid options in the 2015 Ford Focus and the 2015 Nissan Altima, both of which are now available to Noblesville and Westfield drivers at the Andy Mohr Family of Dealers in the Indianapolis area. Both offer a number of features in common, as well as some unique advantages, so to help you choose, we’ve made a quick comparison of the two.

Vehicles at a Glance

The 2015 Ford Focus:

Available as an all-electric model
Speed sensitive volume control

 

The 2015 Nissan Altima:

270 hp V6 engine
Pushbutton start

Specs

Both vehicles offer powerful and fuel efficient drive-trains:

• 2015 Nissan Altima – The Altima offers two engines – the 2.5L 4-cylinder engine, producing 182 hp and delivering 27 mpg city/38 mpg highway, or the 3.5L V6 engine capable of creating 270 hp and delivering 22 mpg city/32 mpg highway.
• 2015 Ford Focus – The Focus gives drivers the choice between a 2.0L I-4 4-cylinder Flex Fuel engine, which is capable of 160 hp at 30 mpg city/42 mpg highway, and a 2.0L EcoBoost I-4 4-cylinder engine capable of 252 hp and 23 city/32 highway. Finally, the Focus also offers a class-leading 107 kW electric motor with a 23 kWh lithium-ion battery in the Focus Electric capable of 110 mpge city/99 mpge highway.

VIEW FOCUS INVENTORY

VIEW ALTIMA INVENTORY

Interior Design and Features

When it comes to interior features, both the 2015 Ford Focus and the 2015 Nissan Altima offer drivers plenty to consider:

• 2015 Nissan Altima – The Altima offers pushbutton start, steering wheel mounted audio controls, and additional 12v power outlets.
• 2015 Ford Focus – The Focus has standard in-cabin micro filtration, available remote start, and adjustable rear head restraints.

Which One is Right for You?

 

Comparing the 2015 Nissan Altima ($22,300) and the 2015 Ford Focus ($17,170) side-by-side should help give a clear view of the right car for your needs:

• If you need a powerful, feature-filled sedan and aren’t bothered by the slightly higher starting price, the 2015 Altima is a good option.
• If fuel economy and the option to go electric appeal to you, then the Ford Focus is worth your time.

Where Can I Buy a New Sedan?

To get behind the wheel of the 2015 Ford Focus or the 2015 Nissan Altima near Avon or Danville, visit Andy Mohr Ford at 2713 Main St. in Plainfield, or Andy Mohr Nissan at 4302 Lafayette Road in Indianapolis. Or, fill out the contact form on this page to get in touch with one of Andy Mohr Automotive Group professionals. We look forward to showing you just what they’re capable of.