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2009 Nissan Altima

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Starting MSRP $19,900 – $29,380 Change Vehicle
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EPA Fuel Economy:
 City: 18 – 23   Highway: 26 – 32
Available Engines:
 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)
Available Transmissions: 2-speed CVT w/OD and auto-manual
6-speed manual w/OD

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 What We Like

 What We Don't
•Coupe, sedan or hybrid
•Manual or CVT automatic
•Standard keyless start
•Optional 270-hp V-6
•Optional navigation system and rearview camera
 
+Sporty handling for class
+V-6 performance
+Responsive CVT
+High-quality interior materials
+Comfortable rear seat
 
-CVT bogs engine at lower speeds
-Fussy tilt/telescoping steering wheel adjustment (sedan)
-Cheapo faux wood trim with tan interior (sedan)
-Inconvenient release straps for folding rear seats (sedan)
 

Vehicle Summary

Nissan's midsize Altima is available in both coupe and sedan body styles. The coupe's powertrain offerings are similar to the sedan's, but the coupe receives unique styling elements. Four-cylinder Altima sedans come in 2.5 or 2.5 S trim levels, while the 3.5 SE and 3.5 SL have V-6 power. Coupes are available in 2.5 S and 3.5 SE guise. A gasoline/electric Altima Hybrid sedan is also offered. Competitors include the Chevrolet Malibu, Honda Accord and Toyota Camry.  Read more 

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2dr Coupe 2.5 S

 $21,750 $20,392

2dr Coupe 3.5 SE

 $26,390 $24,456

4dr Sedan 2.5

 $19,900 $19,078

4dr Sedan 2.5 S

 $21,040 $19,728

4dr Sedan 2.5 S

 $21,540 $20,195

4dr Sedan 3.5 SE

 $25,180 $23,337

4dr Sedan 3.5 SL

 $29,380 $27,221
  Destination Charge: $720

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