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Summary
The Nissan Altima stands out with bold styling and backs it up with strong acceleration performance. This is especially true with the Altima 3.5 SE and its powerful V6 engine. The Altima is bigger than other mid-size cars. It provides roomy, comfortable front seats and roomy, comfortable back seats.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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2.5 ($16,649); 2.5 S ($18,499); 2.5 SL ($22,999); 3.5 SE ($22,649) |
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Engines:
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3.5-liter dohc 24-valve V6 |
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Transmissions:
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5-speed manual |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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dual front airbags, emergency inside trunk release |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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front side-impact and front and rear side-curtain airbags, anti-lock brake (ABS) with brake assist and electronic brake distribution, traction control |
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Basic Warranty:
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3 years/36,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Smyrna, Tennessee |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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Altima 3.5 SE ($22,649) |
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Standard Equipment:
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air conditioning, AM/FM/CD with six speakers and speed-sensitive volume control, cargo net, automatic headlamps, fog lights, dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors, eight-way power driver's seat, power windows with front auto-down, power mirrors, power locks, cruise control, intermittent wipers, remote keyless entry with remote trunk release, 60/40 split rear seat with lock, tilt steering column, steering wheel audio controls, leather-wrapped steering wheel, sunvisor extensions |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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ABS and airbag package ($799) includes anti-lock brakes, side-impact and side-curtain air bags; Leather Package ($2999) includes leather seating surfaces, padded leather armrest cover, simulated leather door trim panels, heated front seats, auto-dimming mirror, heated outside mirrors, HomeLink universal transceiver, automatic climate control, one-touch power sunroof, Bose audio system with eight-speakers AM/FM/CD6, trunk lid trim |
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Destination Charge:
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540 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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26987 |
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Layout:
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front-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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245 @ 5800 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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246 @ 4400 |
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Transmission:
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5-speed manual |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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21/26 |
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Wheelbase:
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110.2 |
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Length/width/height:
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191.5/70.4/57.9 |
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Track, f/r:
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61.0/61.2 |
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Turning circle:
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38.7 |
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Seating capacity:
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5 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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40.8/53.0/43.9 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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37.6/52.7/36.4 |
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Cargo volume:
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15.6 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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1000 |
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Suspension, f:
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independent |
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Suspension, r:
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independent |
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Ground clearance:
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Curb weight:
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3197 |
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Tires:
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P215/55VR17 Bridgestone Turanza |
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Brakes, f/r:
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disc/disc with ABS, brake assist, EBD |
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Fuel capacity:
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20 |
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| 2003 Nissan Altima consumer reviews: | | | | overall rating |   | | value | | | comfort | | | reliability | |
| | Reliable, stylish, fast and smooth to drive. Gas mileage could improve a bit however it really is a good size vehicle. It looks like it cost far more than it did! Love the racing shift and the new design- sporty but classy! If you are a big Guy, this is for you. Try it! | | posted by Kian Rove on Dec 06 2007 | | |
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| | My Altima looks expensive, handles like a sport car and is good on gas. Design, radio, comfortable, roomy. The two-layer console is useful, and I love the cell phone charger at the bottom. | | posted by Nehemiah on Dec 06 2007 | | |
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| | Inside of the car very roomy and confortable. Love the way the outside looks and the trunk is huge, good stereo. Attractive, many comfortable features and fully fuctional. A very practical choice and value sedan. | | posted by Ariel on Dec 06 2007 | | |
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| | My experience with the Nissan Altima has been nothing but excellent! It handles extremely smoothly and the comfort of the entire vehicle is at your fingertips basically. Highway driving is a treat with the stereo system. A very practical choice and value sedan. | | posted by Emmett on Dec 06 2007 | | |
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