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2008 Nissan Altima consumer reviews

$18,620 starting MSRP
side view of 2008 Altima Nissan
(165 reviews)
88% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.4
  • Interior 4.3
  • Performance 4.4
  • Value 4.4
  • Exterior 4.4
  • Reliability 4.4
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Good car. Comfy and reliable.

I love this car. it's almost 10 YO now but still runs very well. Engine, transmission (CVT) had no problem whole time. Take care of this baby and she will serve you well for a long time. I had initially problems with squeaking brakes which was bad engineering on Nissan part (see TB), but it can be fixed by installing expensive sport break pads (I got my for free as warranty) and they lasted like 4 years. Now I put back "normal" and sound comes back again occasionally.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Coupe not for first-time drivers

I had my Nissan Altima Coupe for 9 years. It's a great little car, hardly had any mechanical problems. Eventually, water started getting into the car due to the gaskets wearing, but I don't blame that on the car - just general wear. The only two complaints I have is that it's very small. I know it's a coupe, but whoever sat in the back seat described it as a "submarine." Very small windows, short cabin - heads hit the ceiling anytime you sit up straight. Also, there are many blindspots, which is why I think it's not great for first-time car owners or inexperienced drivers. Due to the windows being so small in the back, it's difficult to see the people in your blindspot, even if you turn your head all the way around to look for a car. It's a good car, but take these things into consideration.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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I loved this car for being reliable and also prett

I loved this car most out of all the cars I owned. I loved having a push start car, one thing I never had to worry about the ignition, lol. I never once had anything go wrong, it was very comfortable and was really comfortable. I had also more complements on oh your car is soo beautiful and it was, my car was stolen by a person who was an acquaintance and I'm now looking for a car and that car was paid for so I only had liability so now I'm looking for a used car and if I could find another Nissan in my price I wouldn't hesitate to buy the exact same car and that's how much I loved mine!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Most reliable and spotty car I've ever owned

It's amazingly sporty and smooth to ride, it turns lots of necks, and truly reliable. I've had zero problems with it and I'm sure the next owner will experience the same !!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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most comfortable car I've driven.

Front and rear cabin was spacious, I invested in a sound system for the vehicle which is what made it enjoyable to drive around. Maintenance wise wasn't difficult for me to work on my own car, yet inexpensive at repair shops. Fuel cost for was efficient for my driving distance.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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This is the funnest most comfortable car

Very reliable always starts every time I hit the push button start the power is there whenever I need it and if I want to have a little fun throwing it into sport mode and manually shifting it is exhilarating. Very rare since they only made it 3 years.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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My ALTIMA IS A1 !! A DREAM 2 DRIVE!

This car has been an absolute pleasure to drive. The coupe model has comfortable seating w/ convenient cup holders, spacious leg & head room for all riders, convenient steering wheel control features, an awesome BOSE stereo system that I love to blast my fav tunes, bluetooth and aux options, plenty interior lighting including the mirror & visor, easy accessible interior storage space for cd's, phone equipment & misc items with the most efficient heating & cooling system that provides comfort in minutes, a large trunk w/fold down back seats for extra space and trustworthy keyless entry features to open/lock doors,windows & trunk for the sleek exterior design, that hugs road curves, good accelerated control, gets great gas mileage, giving the value of driving a compact car that's really a luxurious sedan. I've been in love with my 2008 Altima from day one!! It's the best choice I ever made! I'm truly a satisfied customer, so join the Nissan family today you won't be disappointed!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Are used to own his vehicle

Nissan Altima no problem with it they kept me going for years months is Sunday's good mileage your vehicle is in good condition don't want to work for you to send someone

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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My Favorite Car, But I Find Myself Back Here

Hands down, my favorite car that I have owned. I had a 2008 Altima coupe 2.5s, and I babies that thing. I got it used with 110,000 miles but it ran perfectly. It had push start, Bose premium sound system and heated seats.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Last Long Time

I think this car is the best car I have ever owned. It have excellent everything the only thing I would change is the front grille. I feel that looks a little dated. I hope to upgrade to another soon.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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