Nissan Altima Review - Revision history

70.64.114.62: /* 3.5 SL */

2009-08-21T19:47:51Z

3.5 SL

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	''The only convenience option for the 2.5 SL is a sunroof''		''The only convenience option for the 2.5 SL is a sunroof''

	===3.5 SL===		===3.5 S===
	'''This base trim [[V6]] Altima comes standard with:'''		'''This base trim [[V6]] Altima comes standard with:'''

24.46.238.117: /* Safety */

2009-06-12T13:24:34Z

Safety

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	The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration give the following test crash ratings (1-5, 5 is the best):		The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration give the following test crash ratings (1-5, 5 is the best):
	* Front impact: 5		* Front impact: 5
	* Side impact: 3		* Side impact: 5
	* Rollover resistance: 4		* Rollover resistance: 4

75.117.87.175: /* Performance and Handling */

2007-06-18T21:15:11Z

Performance and Handling

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	When equipped with the [[V6]], the Altima is arguably the best performer among mid-sized [[sedan]]s, and among the most fun to drive. Slam the [[throttle]] down, either from a stop or at 40 mph, and the Altima will take off like a rocket. There's so much power that you'll notice some [[torque steer]], even with the [[Automatic transmission\|automatic]], though it's not an issue. Nissan's 3.5-liter V6 features the latest in high-output, variable-valve technology, producing 250 [[horsepower]] at 5800 [[RPM\|rpm]] and 249 pound-feet of [[torque]] at 4400 rpm. Though certainly not raucous, Nissan's V6 isn't quite as smooth as those from [[Honda]] and [[Toyota]], but you may have so much fun driving the Altima that you'll neither notice nor care.		When equipped with the [[V6]], the Altima is arguably the best performer among mid-sized [[sedan]]s, and among the most fun to drive. Slam the [[throttle]] down, either from a stop or at 40 mph, and the Altima will take off like a rocket. There's so much power that you'll notice some [[torque steer]], even with the [[Automatic transmission\|automatic]], though it's not an issue. Nissan's 3.5-liter V6 features the latest in high-output, variable-valve technology, producing 250 [[horsepower]] at 5800 [[RPM\|rpm]] and 249 pound-feet of [[torque]] at 4400 rpm. Though certainly not raucous, Nissan's V6 isn't quite as smooth as those from [[Honda]] and [[Toyota]], but you may have so much fun driving the Altima that you'll neither notice nor care.

	The 2.5-liter [[four cylinder]] engine is strong, too. It's more powerful than the four-cylinder engines used in the [[\|Honda Accord\|Accord]] and [[Toyota Camry\|Camry]], and it works well with the four-speed automatic transmission. With the automatic, the four-cylinder Altima still pulls strongly from a standing start, and the transmission shifts promptly between 40 and 60 mph for quick passing maneuvers. Four-cylinder engines of this heft tend to run on the rough side, and Nissan has addressed this inherent vibration with a compact balance system and silent-chain cam drive that smoothes operation nicely. However, the big four-cylinder engine is still a bit louder, more raucous, than those from Honda and Toyota. Nissan's 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine is sophisticated, with 16 valves, dual overhead camshafts and fully variable valve timing. It produces 175 horsepower at 6000 rpm, and 180 pound-feet of torque at 4000 rpm. The PZEV version of this engine used in California and several Northeast states is rated at 170 horsepower and 175 pound-feet of torque. The V6 is EPA-rated 21/27 with the five-speed [[Manual transmission\|manual]], 20/30 mpg with the five-speed automatic.		The 2.5-liter [[four cylinder]] engine is strong, too. It's more powerful than the four-cylinder engines used in the [[Honda Accord\|Accord]] and [[Toyota Camry\|Camry]], and it works well with the four-speed automatic transmission. With the automatic, the four-cylinder Altima still pulls strongly from a standing start, and the transmission shifts promptly between 40 and 60 mph for quick passing maneuvers. Four-cylinder engines of this heft tend to run on the rough side, and Nissan has addressed this inherent vibration with a compact balance system and silent-chain cam drive that smoothes operation nicely. However, the big four-cylinder engine is still a bit louder, more raucous, than those from Honda and Toyota. Nissan's 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine is sophisticated, with 16 valves, dual overhead camshafts and fully variable valve timing. It produces 175 horsepower at 6000 rpm, and 180 pound-feet of torque at 4000 rpm. The PZEV version of this engine used in California and several Northeast states is rated at 170 horsepower and 175 pound-feet of torque. The V6 is EPA-rated 21/27 with the five-speed [[Manual transmission\|manual]], 20/30 mpg with the five-speed automatic.

	This is a stable car at speed, and the [[suspension]] and brakes are tuned appropriately for the job. The Altima feels larger than the Honda Accord and other mid-size sedans. The four-wheel [[disc brakes]] are easy to modulate for smooth [[car handling\|handling]] and deliver plenty of stopping power.		This is a stable car at speed, and the [[suspension]] and brakes are tuned appropriately for the job. The Altima feels larger than the Honda Accord and other mid-size sedans. The four-wheel [[disc brakes]] are easy to modulate for smooth [[car handling\|handling]] and deliver plenty of stopping power.

207.212.173.2: /* Low Points */

2007-02-23T15:42:50Z

Low Points

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	*Noisy at high speeds		*Noisy at high speeds
	*Interior not the best		*Interior not the best
			*Turning radius is poor

	==Performance and Handling==		==Performance and Handling==

PNiddy: /* External Links */

2006-11-13T22:10:22Z

External Links

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	'''''Community Sites'''''		'''''Community Sites'''''
	* [http://www.nissanhelp.com/Models/2006/Altima/Description.htm Nissanhelp.com] - Nissan Aficionado Site		* [http://www.nissanhelp.com/Models/2006/Altima/Description.htm Nissanhelp.com] - Nissan Aficionado Site

			[[Category: Model Reviews]]

MQuan: /* 2.5 */

2006-10-23T16:16:20Z

2.5

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	===2.5===		===2.5===
	[[Image:altima_25.jpg\|thumb\|300px\|'''2006 [[Nissan]] Altima 2.5]]		[[Image:altima_25.jpg\|thumb\|300px\|'''2006 [[Nissan]] Altima 2.5]]
			[[Image:altima_interior.jpg\|thumb\|300px\|'''2006 Altima interior w/ Leather Sport package]]
			[[Image:altima_35se.jpg\|thumb\|300px\|'''2006 [[Nissan]] Altima 3.5 SE]]
	'''The 2.5 is your base model coming standard with:'''		'''The 2.5 is your base model coming standard with:'''

MQuan: /* 2.5 */

2006-10-23T16:13:19Z

2.5

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	===2.5===		===2.5===
	[[Image:~~alti~~.jpg\|thumb\|300px\|'''[[Nissan]] Altima]]		[[Image:altima_25.jpg\|thumb\|300px\|'''2006 [[Nissan]] Altima 2.5]]
	'''The 2.5 is your base model coming standard with:'''		'''The 2.5 is your base model coming standard with:'''

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	*60/40 split folding rear seat		*60/40 split folding rear seat
	*In-glass antenna		*In-glass antenna
	*Five-speed [[manual transmission]].		*Five-speed [[manual transmission]].

	===2.5 S===		===2.5 S===

MQuan: /* Styles and Options */

2006-10-23T15:59:37Z

Styles and Options

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	===2.5===		===2.5===
	[[Image:~~altima~~.jpg\|thumb\|300px\|'''[[Nissan]] Altima]]		[[Image:alti.jpg\|thumb\|300px\|'''[[Nissan]] Altima]]
	'''The 2.5 is your base model coming standard with:'''		'''The 2.5 is your base model coming standard with:'''

	*2.5-liter four-cylinder engine		*2.5-liter [[four cylinder]] engine
	*Power windows		*Power windows
	*Tinted windshield		*Tinted windshield
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	*60/40 split folding rear seat		*60/40 split folding rear seat
	*In-glass antenna		*In-glass antenna
	*Five-speed manual transmission.		*Five-speed [[manual transmission]].

	===2.5 S===		===2.5 S===
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	*Air conditioning		*Air conditioning
	*Power mirrors		*Power mirrors
	*Remote keyless entry		*[[Remote Keyless Entry\|Remote keyless entry]]
	*Remote trunk lock		*Remote trunk lock
	*Eight-way adjustable driver's seat		*Eight-way adjustable driver's seat
	*Cruise control		*[[Cruise control]]
	*Six-speaker audio system		*Six-speaker audio system
	*Seatback pockets		*Seatback pockets
	*Split rear seat lock		*Split rear seat lock
	*Five-speed manual transmission or a four-speed automatic		*Five-speed manual transmission or a four-speed [[Automatic transmission\|automatic]]


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	''The Convenience Package:''		''The Convenience Package:''
	*Alloy ~~wheels~~		*Alloy [[wheel]]s
	*Eight-way power driver's seat w/ lumbar support		*Eight-way power driver's seat w/ lumbar support
	*Leather-wrapped steering wheel		*Leather-wrapped steering wheel
	*Steering wheel-mounted audio controls		*[[Steering Wheel Audio Controls\|Steering wheel-mounted audio controls]]
	*Trip computer		*Trip computer
	*Dual illuminated vanity mirrors		*Dual illuminated vanity mirrors
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	===3.5 SL===		===3.5 SL===
	'''This base trim V6 Altima comes standard with:'''		'''This base trim [[V6]] Altima comes standard with:'''

	*Most of the features offered in the 2.5 S convenience packages		*Most of the features offered in the 2.5 S convenience packages
	*250-horsepower V6 and five-speed automatic		*250-[[horsepower]] V6 and five-speed automatic
	*Heated leather seats		*Heated leather seats
	*Power driver's seat		*Power driver's seat
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	*250-horsepower V6 and five-speed manual		*250-horsepower V6 and five-speed manual
	*17-inch alloy wheels		*17-inch alloy wheels
	*Wider, speed-rated tires		*Wider, speed-rated [[tires]]
	*Performance-tuned suspension		*Performance-tuned [[suspension]]
	*Fog lights		*Fog lights
	*Dual chrome exhaust tips		*Dual chrome exhaust tips
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	''The Sport Package Plus''		''The Sport Package Plus''
	*Sunroof		*Sunroof
	*Spoiler		*[[Spoiler]]
	*Bose premium audio		*Bose premium audio
	*Xenon headlights		*Xenon headlights
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	*Speed-rated 225/45WR18 tires		*Speed-rated 225/45WR18 tires
	*18-inch forged aluminum-alloy wheels		*18-inch forged aluminum-alloy wheels
	*Anti-lock brakes (ABS)		*Anti-lock brakes ([[ABS]])
	*Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)		*Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
	*Brake Assist		*Brake Assist

MQuan: /* Styles and Options */

2006-10-23T15:52:06Z

Styles and Options

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 ==Styles and Options==
-'''The Altima comes in four styles:'''
+The [[Nissan]] Altima is available in 6 trims: '''2.5''', '''2.5 S''', '''2.5 SL''', '''3.5 SL''', '''3.5 SE''', and '''SE-R'''.
-''2.5 S:'' offers a 175 [[HP|hp]] engine, can be upgraded with the luxury amenity "SL package" that includes power, heated, leather seats, temperature control , 16 inch alloy wheels and a CD-changer.
-''3.5 SE:'' offers the 250 [[HP|hp]] [[V6|V6]] engine.
+===2.5===
-''3.5 SL:'' adds the luxury amenities above plus [[Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)|ABS]] and a sunroof to the 3.5 SE.
+[[Image:altima.jpg|thumb|300px|'''[[Nissan]] Altima]]
-''SE-R:''  adds sport-tuned suspension, spoilers and other sporty accessories to the 3.5 SL.
+'''The 2.5 is your base model coming standard with:'''
 ==Main Competitors==

MQuan: /* Performance and Handling */

2006-10-23T14:53:40Z

Performance and Handling

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	==Performance and Handling==		==Performance and Handling==
	[[image:altima_engine.jpg\|thumb\|~~200px~~\|'''[[Nissan]] Altima 2.5 V4 engine''']]		[[image:altima_engine.jpg\|thumb\|250px\|'''[[Nissan]] Altima 2.5 V4 engine''']]
	When equipped with the [[V6]], the Altima is arguably the best performer among mid-sized [[sedan]]s, and among the most fun to drive. Slam the [[throttle]] down, either from a stop or at 40 mph, and the Altima will take off like a rocket. There's so much power that you'll notice some [[torque steer]], even with the [[Automatic transmission\|automatic]], though it's not an issue. Nissan's 3.5-liter V6 features the latest in high-output, variable-valve technology, producing 250 [[horsepower]] at 5800 [[RPM\|rpm]] and 249 pound-feet of [[torque]] at 4400 rpm. Though certainly not raucous, Nissan's V6 isn't quite as smooth as those from [[Honda]] and [[Toyota]], but you may have so much fun driving the Altima that you'll neither notice nor care.		When equipped with the [[V6]], the Altima is arguably the best performer among mid-sized [[sedan]]s, and among the most fun to drive. Slam the [[throttle]] down, either from a stop or at 40 mph, and the Altima will take off like a rocket. There's so much power that you'll notice some [[torque steer]], even with the [[Automatic transmission\|automatic]], though it's not an issue. Nissan's 3.5-liter V6 features the latest in high-output, variable-valve technology, producing 250 [[horsepower]] at 5800 [[RPM\|rpm]] and 249 pound-feet of [[torque]] at 4400 rpm. Though certainly not raucous, Nissan's V6 isn't quite as smooth as those from [[Honda]] and [[Toyota]], but you may have so much fun driving the Altima that you'll neither notice nor care.

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	When equipped with the [[V6]], the Altima is arguably the best performer among mid-sized [[sedan]]s, and among the most fun to drive. Slam the [[throttle]] down, either from a stop or at 40 mph, and the Altima will take off like a rocket. There's so much power that you'll notice some [[torque steer]], even with the [[Automatic transmission\|automatic]], though it's not an issue. Nissan's 3.5-liter V6 features the latest in high-output, variable-valve technology, producing 250 [[horsepower]] at 5800 [[RPM\|rpm]] and 249 pound-feet of [[torque]] at 4400 rpm. Though certainly not raucous, Nissan's V6 isn't quite as smooth as those from [[Honda]] and [[Toyota]], but you may have so much fun driving the Altima that you'll neither notice nor care.		When equipped with the [[V6]], the Altima is arguably the best performer among mid-sized [[sedan]]s, and among the most fun to drive. Slam the [[throttle]] down, either from a stop or at 40 mph, and the Altima will take off like a rocket. There's so much power that you'll notice some [[torque steer]], even with the [[Automatic transmission\|automatic]], though it's not an issue. Nissan's 3.5-liter V6 features the latest in high-output, variable-valve technology, producing 250 [[horsepower]] at 5800 [[RPM\|rpm]] and 249 pound-feet of [[torque]] at 4400 rpm. Though certainly not raucous, Nissan's V6 isn't quite as smooth as those from [[Honda]] and [[Toyota]], but you may have so much fun driving the Altima that you'll neither notice nor care.

	The 2.5-liter [[four cylinder]] engine is strong, too. It's more powerful than the four-cylinder engines used in the [[\|Honda Accord\|Accord]] and [[Toyota Camry\|Camry]], and it works well with the four-speed automatic transmission. With the automatic, the four-cylinder Altima still pulls strongly from a standing start, and the transmission shifts promptly between 40 and 60 mph for quick passing maneuvers. Four-cylinder engines of this heft tend to run on the rough side, and Nissan has addressed this inherent vibration with a compact balance system and silent-chain cam drive that smoothes operation nicely. However, the big four-cylinder engine is still a bit louder, more raucous, than those from Honda and Toyota. Nissan's 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine is sophisticated, with 16 valves, dual overhead camshafts and fully variable valve timing. It produces 175 horsepower at 6000 rpm, and 180 pound-feet of torque at 4000 rpm. The PZEV version of this engine used in California and several Northeast states is rated at 170 horsepower and 175 pound-feet of torque. The V6 is EPA-rated 21/27 with the five-speed [[Manual transmission\|manual]], 20/30 mpg with the five-speed automatic.		The 2.5-liter [[four cylinder]] engine is strong, too. It's more powerful than the four-cylinder engines used in the [[Honda Accord\|Accord]] and [[Toyota Camry\|Camry]], and it works well with the four-speed automatic transmission. With the automatic, the four-cylinder Altima still pulls strongly from a standing start, and the transmission shifts promptly between 40 and 60 mph for quick passing maneuvers. Four-cylinder engines of this heft tend to run on the rough side, and Nissan has addressed this inherent vibration with a compact balance system and silent-chain cam drive that smoothes operation nicely. However, the big four-cylinder engine is still a bit louder, more raucous, than those from Honda and Toyota. Nissan's 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine is sophisticated, with 16 valves, dual overhead camshafts and fully variable valve timing. It produces 175 horsepower at 6000 rpm, and 180 pound-feet of torque at 4000 rpm. The PZEV version of this engine used in California and several Northeast states is rated at 170 horsepower and 175 pound-feet of torque. The V6 is EPA-rated 21/27 with the five-speed [[Manual transmission\|manual]], 20/30 mpg with the five-speed automatic.

	This is a stable car at speed, and the [[suspension]] and brakes are tuned appropriately for the job. The Altima feels larger than the Honda Accord and other mid-size sedans. The four-wheel [[disc brakes]] are easy to modulate for smooth [[car handling\|handling]] and deliver plenty of stopping power.		This is a stable car at speed, and the [[suspension]] and brakes are tuned appropriately for the job. The Altima feels larger than the Honda Accord and other mid-size sedans. The four-wheel [[disc brakes]] are easy to modulate for smooth [[car handling\|handling]] and deliver plenty of stopping power.