2022 Nissan Altima Tire Size & Pressure Guide

As an ASE-certified master technician, I regularly service the 2022 Nissan Altima. It is a highly reliable daily driver, but ensuring you have the correct tire specifications is critical for maintaining fuel economy, handling, and overall safety. Below is your comprehensive guide to the tire, wheel, and pressure specifications for the 2022 Nissan Altima.

Quick answer: 2022 Nissan Altima Tire & Wheel Specs

• OEM Tire Sizes: 215/60R16, 215/55R17, or 235/40R19 (depending on trim)
• Recommended Cold Tire Pressure: 32 PSI Front / 32 PSI Rear (check driver's door placard for your exact vehicle)
• Bolt Pattern: 5x114.3 mm (5x4.5")
• Wheel Size & Offset: 16x7 to 19x8, with a +45mm to +55mm offset
• Load Index/Speed Rating: 95H (16"), 94V (17"), 96V or 92V (19")
• Spare Tire Size: T135/70D16 or T135/90D16 (compact temporary spare)
• TPMS Frequency: 433 MHz

Tire sizes by trim

Nissan equipped the 2022 Altima with three different tire sizes depending on the trim level and whether the vehicle is Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) or Intelligent All-Wheel Drive (AWD).

Note: Always verify your specific tire size by looking at the sidewall of your current tires or the placard on the driver-side door jamb.

Recommended replacement tires

Whether you are looking for long tread life, maximum comfort, or budget-friendly reliability, here are my top recommendations for the 2022 Nissan Altima:

• Premium Tier: Michelin Defender2 – Offers incredible tread life, a quiet ride, and excellent all-season traction. Best for drivers putting heavy miles on their Altima.
• Mid-Range Tier: Continental PureContact LS – Fantastic wet braking and hydroplaning resistance. Provides a great balance of performance and comfort at a reasonable price point.
• Budget Tier: General AltiMAX RT45 – A solid, everyday all-season tire that delivers reliable performance and a comfortable ride without breaking the bank.

When to inflate to max load psi

Note: Max load PSI guidelines generally apply to Heavy Duty (HD) trucks used for towing or hauling heavy cargo.

Since the 2022 Nissan Altima is a mid-size passenger sedan, you should never inflate the tires to the maximum PSI listed on the tire's sidewall (which is usually around 44-51 PSI). Inflating to the sidewall maximum will cause a harsh ride, premature center-tread wear, and compromised handling. Always stick to the 32 PSI recommended on the door placard, even if you have a full car of passengers and luggage.

Lug nut torque & pattern

Proper wheel installation is vital to prevent brake rotor warping and ensure the wheel stays securely attached.

• Bolt Pattern: 5x114.3 mm (5x4.5 inches)
• Lug Nut Torque: 83 lb-ft (113 Nm)
• Lug Nut Thread Size: M12 x 1.25

Always use a calibrated torque wrench in a star or crisscross pattern to tighten the lug nuts. I highly recommend re-checking the torque after driving 50 to 100 miles after a wheel removal.

Common tire issues for this vehicle

While the 2022 Altima is generally easy on its tires, there are a few things to watch out for:

1. Pothole Damage on 19-inch Wheels: If you own the SR or Platinum trims with the 235/40R19 tires, be aware that the low-profile sidewalls offer less cushion. This makes the tires and wheels more susceptible to impact breaks, bubbles, and bent rims from deep potholes.
2. Inner Edge Wear: The Altima's independent rear suspension can sometimes fall out of alignment, resulting in excessive negative camber or toe-out. This will chew through the inner edge of the rear tires quickly. Have your alignment checked annually.
3. AWD Tire Replacement: If you have an AWD Altima, it is crucial to keep the tire diameters matched. Replacing just one tire with a brand new one while the other three are worn can strain the AWD system. Always try to replace AWD tires in sets of four, or have a single new tire "shaved" to match the tread depth of the remaining three.

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