2009 Nissan Altima Summary

2009 Nissan Altima

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2009 Nissan Altima

Kelley Blue Book Retail $13,500–$18,500  

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MPG 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)

Transmissions

6-speed manual w/OD
2-speed CVT w/OD and auto-manual

Average Consumer Rating

(4.7) 31 consumer reviews

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Expert Snapshot

New or Notable

Coupe, sedan or hybrid
Manual or CVT automatic
Standard keyless start
Optional 270-hp V-6
Optional navigation system and rearview camera
 

What We Like

+Sporty handling for class
+V-6 performance
+Responsive CVT
+High-quality interior materials
+Comfortable rear seat
 

What We Don't

-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)
 
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

7 Available Altima Trims

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    Original MSRP
2.5 4dr Sedan
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$19,900
2.5 S 4dr Sedan
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$21,040
2.5 S 4dr Sedan
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$21,540
2.5 S 2dr Coupe
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$21,750
3.5 SE 4dr Sedan
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$25,180
3.5 SE 2dr Coupe
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$26,390
3.5 SL 4dr Sedan
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$29,380
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