Snapshot
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EPA Fuel Economy:
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City:
19
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23
Highway:
26
–
32
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Available Engines:
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170-hp, 2.5-liter I-4 (regular gas)
175-hp, 2.5-liter I-4 (regular gas)
270-hp, 3.5-liter V-6 (premium)
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| Available Transmissions: |
2-speed CVT w/OD and auto-manual
6-speed manual w/OD
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New or Notable
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 What We Like
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 What We Don't
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| • | New coupe body style | | • | Manual or automatic (CVT) | | • | Standard keyless start | | • | Optional 270-hp V-6 | | • | Optional navigation system and rearview camera | | • | Optional stability system |
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| + | Sporty handling for class | | + | V-6 performance | | + | Responsive CVT | | + | High-quality interior materials | | + | Comfortable rear seat |
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| - | CVT bogs engine at lower speeds | | - | Fussy tilt/telescope steering wheel adjustment (sedan) | | - | Cheapo faux wood trim with tan interior (sedan) | | - | Inconvenient release straps for folding rear seats (sedan) |
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Vehicle Summary
Redesigned for 2007, Nissan's midsize Altima adds a new coupe body style for 2008. The coupe's powertrain offerings are similar to the sedan's, but the coupe receives unique styling elements. For the sedan, antilock brakes are now standard. Competitors include the Ford Fusion, Honda Accord and Toyota Camry.
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