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NY loves hybrids; Capital Region drivers love them twice as much


 
The Business Review (Albany) - by Pam Allen

Mike Orcutt, general manager of Nemith Nissan, says 50 of the 300 Altimas sold in the last three months were hybrids.
New York's gas prices rank among the country's highest, and so does its growing affinity for hybrids.
In 2007, sales of alternative vehicles across the state increased 50 percent over 2006, ranking it third-highest in overall hybrid sales behind California and Florida.
The eco-friendly cars fared even better in the Capital Region, where the number of registrations in 2007 doubled compared with the previous year.
And as fuel prices continue to rise, the inclination toward smaller, more eco-friendly cars hasn't slowed. In the last three months, 50 of the 300 Altimas sold at
Nemith Nissan in Latham were hybrid versions of the popular automobile.
"Around here, it's really a combination of gas mileage and ecology," said Mike Orcutt, Nemith Nissan's general manager.
State Department of Motor Vehicles registrations for hybrids in Albany, Rensselaer, Saratoga and Schenectady counties reached 2,756 in 2007, twice the 1,356 hybrids registered in 2006, DMV spokesman Nick Cantiello said.
A driving force behind the alternative vehicles is sticker shock at the pumps, experts say.
"The push is economy-related. It's fueled by gas prices," said Tom Libby, senior automotive analyst at Power Information Network, a unit of J.D. Power & Associates Inc. in Troy, Mich.
Nationwide, Toyota Prius captured 51 percent of last year's hybrid market, up from 43 percent the previous year, according to the survey released by R.L. Polk & Co., an automotive research company based in Southfield, Mich.
Hybrids cost more than their standard predecessors, but the tax credits add incentives, Orcutt said.
A standard Altima costs $22,000, while the hybrid runs $25,000. The $2,200 tax credit on the hybrid version can sweeten the deal, Orcutt said.
Price really comes into play with the luxury vehicles. For example, a traditional Lexus runs about $60,000, compared with $110,000 for the hybrid model.
In spite of their higher initial investments, hybrids are faring well in the larger auto market, which declined by 7 percent last year, Libby said.
Hybrids made up 2.9 percent of the country's new car sales in 2007, up slightly from 2006's 2.5 percent. U.S. registrations for new hybrids rose 38 percent last year to 350,289 vehicles. The percentage is higher in New York, where the 17,385 new hybrids represent a 50 percent increase over the 11,634 in 2006.
Statewide, hybrid sales represented 5 percent of the state's combined new car sales, the study by R.L. Polk also reported.
"When something that's good for the environment meets up with $4 a gallon, the environment becomes very ripe," said Deborah Dorman, president of the Eastern New York Coalition of Automobile Retailers Inc., a 94-member trade group of new car dealers.
Manufacturers lose money on hybrid production, which is the reason consumers pay so much for the vehicles, said Libby of Power Information Network. The automotive industry is bracing itself for new federal regulations that require each of their fleets to average 35 miles per gallon by 2020.
Demand for hybrids will remain limited until prices come down, Libby said, and prices likely won't come down until the industry develops cheaper technologies
2009 Nissan Altima Overview

The front-wheel drive, five-passenger Nissan Altima combines performance and an attractive exterior as either a two-door coupe or a four-door sedan.

The Nissan Altima is powered by either a 175-hp 2.5-liter V6 or a 270-hp 3.5-liter V6 and the transmission choices include a six-speed manual or continuously variable transmission (CVT). The trims on the Altima include: the 2.5 Base (on the sedan only), the 2.5 S, the 3.5 SE and the 3.5 SL (on the sedan only). Safety features include: four-wheel disc brakes, anti-lock brakes on all trims except for the Sedan 2.5 Base, six airbags, front seat-belt pre-tensioners and a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). The coupe's roofline is 2.6 inches lower than the sedan's and flows back into a long and nicely sculpted tail section that narrows between wide shoulders above prominent wheel arches. The suspension is tuned to provide the driver with a more nimble feel and heightened responsiveness.

For 2009, the Nissan Altima Coupe and Sedan are a caAltima Engine Performance & Fuel Economy

 
2,488 cc 2.5 liters in-line 4 front engine with 89.0 mm bore, 100.0 mm stroke, 9.5 compression ratio, double overhead cam, variable valve timing/camshaft and four valves per cylinder QR25
Unleaded fuel 87
Multi-point injection fuel system
20.0 gallon main unleaded fuel tank 16.7
Power: 130 kW , 175 HP SAE @ 5,600 rpm; 180 ft lb , 244 Nm @ 3,900 rpm

Altima Handling, Brakes, & Suspension

 
Four-wheel ABS
Brake assist system
Four disc brakes including two ventilated discs
Electronic brake distribution
Immobilizer
Spacesaver steel rim internal spare wheel
Strut front suspension independent with stabilizer bar and coil springs, multi-link rear suspension independent with stabilizer bar and coil springs

2009 Nissan Altima Specs

 

Altima Exterior Dimensions & Aerodynamics

 
Body side molding
Body color front and rear bumpers
Chrome/bright trim around side windows
Driver and passenger power body color door mirrors
External dimensions: overall length (inches): 189.9, overall width (inches): 70.7, overall height (inches): 57.9, wheelbase (inches): 109.3, front track (inches): 61.0 and rear track (inches): 61.0
Complex surface lens halogen bulb headlights
Black paint
Fixed rear window with defogger
Tinted glass on cabin
Weights:
Windshield wipers with automatic intermittent wipe

Altima Interior Features & Electronics

 
12v power outlet: front and 2
Air conditioning
Diversity antenna
Peripheral anti-theft protection
Automatic drive indicator on dashboard
Cargo area light
Cargo capacity: all seats in place (cu ft): 15.3
Computer with average speed, average fuel consumption and range for remaining fuel
Full dashboard console with covered storage box, full floor console with covered storage box, partial overhead console with covered storage box
Delayed/fade courtesy lights
Front seats and rear seats cup holders fixed
Door ajar warning
Door pockets/bins for driver seat, passenger seat and rear seats
External temperature
Driver and passenger front airbag with occupant sensors and multi-stage deployment
Bucket driver and passenger seat
Height adjustable 3-point reel front seat belts on driver seat and passenger seat with pre-tensioners
Front seat center armrest
Two height adjustable active head restraints on front seats, two head restraints on rear seats
Internal dimensions: front headroom (inches): 40.6, rear headroom (inches): 36.8, front hip room (inches): 56.8, rear hip room (inches): 52.5, front leg room (inches): 44.1, rear leg room (inches): 35.8, front shoulder room (inches): 55.7, rear shoulder room (inches): 55.5 and interior volume (cu ft): 100.7
Low tire pressure indicator
Remote power locks speed sensing
Vehicle speed proportional power steering
Front power windows with one one-touch, rear power windows
Front and rear reading lights
3-point reel rear seat belts on driver side, passenger side and center side
Rear seat center armrest
Three asymmetrical bench front facing rear seats with zero adjustments
Rear view mirror
Remote fuel filler door release
Remote control remote trunk/hatch release
Front and rear side curtain airbag
Cloth seat upholstery with additional cloth
Seating: five seats
Service interval indicator
Front side airbag
Four speaker(s)
Plastic multi-function steering wheel with tilt adjustment and telescopic adjustment
Tachometer
Driver vanity mirror
Ventilation system with micro filter
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Driver Air Bag
Internal Emergency Trunk Release
Engine Immobilizer
Side Air Bag(s)
Passenger Air Bag
Front Wipers
Power Mirrors
Rear Window Defroster
Theft Deterrent System
  Seats  
Folding Rear Seat
  Suspension  
Front and Rear Stablilizer Bars
  Tires and Wheels  
Wheel Covers
  Convenience  
Trip Computer
Steering Wheel Tilt
Vehicle Information Center
Power Windows
Power Locks
Steering Wheel Scope
Power Outlet(s)
Cruise Control
  Interior  
Overhead Console
Center Floor Console
Cup Holders
  Climate Control  
Front Air Conditioning
  Sound and Entertainment  
Antenna

2009 and 2010 Nissan Altima Safety Features

? 4-Wheel ABS ? Child Seat Lower Anchorage ? Pretensioner
? Energy Management Feature ? Rear Center Lap/Shoulder Belt ? Advanced Air Bag Features
? Side Airbag - Front ? Head Airbag - Front ? Rear Seat Head Restraint
? Dynamic Head Restraint ? Trunk Release ? Tire Pressure Monitor

Standard Equipment

2.5
Powertrain
2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine
Continuously variable automatic transmission w/manual-shift capability (CVT)
Safety
Dual front airbags
Front side airbags
Curtain side airbags
Front-seat active head restraints
Antilock 4-wheel disc brakes
Tire-pressure monitor
Emergency inside trunklid release
Comfort and Convenience Features
Air conditioning, interior air filter
Tilt/telescopic steering wheel
Cruise control
Cloth upholstery
Front bucket seats
Center console
Split folding rear seat
Power mirrors
Power windows
Power door locks
Tachometer
Variable-intermittent wipers
Trip computer
Outside-temperature indicator
Rear defogger
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Theft-deterrent system
215/60R16 tires
Wheel covers


2.5 S adds to 2.5:
Powertrain
6-speed manual or continuously variable automatic transmission w/manual-shift capability (CVT)
Comfort and Convenience Features
Remote keyless entry
Keyless access and starting
AM/FM/CD player
Digital-media player connection


3.5 SE adds to 2.5 S:
Powertrain
3.5-liter V6 engine
Traction control
Comfort and Convenience Features
8-way power driver seat
Leather-wrapped steering wheel w/radio controls
Heated power mirrors w/turn signals
Power sunroof (coupe)
Illuminated visor mirrors
Automatic headlights
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Fog lights (coupe)
Sport suspension
215/55VR17 tires (sedan)
235/45R18 tires (coupe)
Alloy wheels


3.5 SL adds to 3.5 SE:
Powertrain
Continuously variable automatic transmission w/manual-shift capability (CVT)
Comfort and Convenience Features
Dual-zone automatic climate controls
Leather upholstery
Heated front seats
Driver-seat lumbar adjustment
Power sunroof
Bose AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD/MP3 changer
Satellite radio
Wireless cell phone link
Automatic day/night rearview mirror
Compass
Universal garage door opener
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Deletes: sport suspension
Xenon headlights
Fog lights
215/60R16 tires


Hybrid adds to 2.5 S:
Powertrain
2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine, electric drive motor
Continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT)
Traction control
Safety
Brake assist
Antiskid system
Comfort and Convenience Features
Dual-zone automatic climate controls
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Deletes: split folding rear seat
Alloy wheels
Major Packages
Retail Price
Invoice Price
2.5 SL Pkg.
2.5 S CVT sedan
$1,460
$1,327
Leather upholstery, heated front seats, 8-way power driver seat w/lumbar adjustment, universal garage door opener, compass, upgraded interior trim, additional interior lights, cargo net. Requires Convenience Plus Pkg.
Convenience Pkg.
2.5 S sedan
$1,050
$911
2.5 S coupe, Hybrid
$1,300
$1,127
Leather-wrapped steering wheel w/radio controls, 8-way power driver seat, illuminated visor mirrors, automatic up/down front windows, remote control windows, cargo net (2.5 S), automatic headlights, rear spoiler (Hybrid), alloy wheels (2.5 S coupe).
Convenience Plus Pkg.
2.5 S sedan
$1,100
$954
Power sunroof, alloy wheels. Requires Convenience Pkg.
Connection Pkg.
Hybrid
$3,100
$2,689
Leather upholstery, heated front seats, driver-seat lumbar adjustment, Bose AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD/MP3 changer, satellite radio, wireless cell phone link, universal garage door opener, automatic day/night rearview mirror, compass, mirror-mounted turn signals, console light, wood or metallic interior trim, rear air conditioning vents. Requires Convenience Pkg.
Premium Pkg.
3.5 SE sedan
$2,460
$2,134
3.5 SE coupe
$3,200
$2,776
Leather upholstery, heated front seats, driver-seat lumbar adjustment (sedan), dual-zone automatic climate controls, rear vents, Bose AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD/MP3 changer, satellite radio, wireless cell phone link, universal garage door opener, automatic day/night rearview mirror, compass, woodgrain or metallic interior trim, console light, xenon headlights (coupe).
Technology Pkg.
2.5 S sedan CVT, 2.5 S coupe, 2.5 SE, 3.5 SL, Hybrid
$2,000
$1,735
Navigation system, traffic information, rearview camera, hybrid energy flow display (Hybrid). 2.5 S sedan requires 2.5 SL Pkg., Connection Pkg., fog lights, rear spoiler, mud guards. 2.5 S coupe, 3.5 SE coupe require Premium Pkg. 3.5 SE sedan requires Premium Pkg., Sport Pkg. 3.5 SL requires antiskid system, rear spoiler. Hybrid requires Convenience Pkg., Connection Pkg.
Sport Pkg.
3.5 SE sedan
$1,490
$1,293
Antiskid system, xenon headlights, fog lights, rear spoiler.
Safety
Antiskid system
3.5 SE coupe, 3.5 SL
$600
$520
SL requires Technology Pkg.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Power sunroof
2.5 S coupe, SE sedan, Hybrid
$850
$738
2.5 S coupe, Hybrid require Convenience Pkg. SE sedan requires Sport Pkg.
DVD entertainment system
sedan
$1,510
$1,343
Includes dual headrest-mounted screens. NA Hybrid. NA w/manual transmission.
Floormats
2.5, 2.5 S, 3.5 SE, 3.5 SL
$175
$134
Hybrid
$110
$85
Includes cargo mat.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Fog lights
2.5 S, 3.5 SE
$310
$251
Coupe requires Premium Pkg. Sedan requires Technology Pkg. NA 2.5 S sedan manual.
Mud guards
2.5 S CVT, 3.5 SE
$135
$107
NA coupe.
Rear spoiler
2.5 S sedan CVT, 3.5 SL
$370
$295
Requires Technology Pkg. NA coupe.

Vehicle Highlights

The 2009 Nissan Altima is largely unchanged, though Nissan is expanding availability of its gas/electric Hybrid model. This midsize car comes in sedan and coupe body styles. Compared to the coupes, sedans ride on a longer wheelbase and are slightly longer overall. Four-cylinder and V6 engines are shared between body styles, though the Hybrid is only offered as a sedan.

Altima 2.5 models have a 175-hp 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine. 3.5 models use a 270-hp 3.5-liter V6. A 6-speed manual transmission is standard on all but the 3.5 SL. A continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) is standard on the base 2.5 and 3.5 SL and optional otherwise. Altima Hybrids are sold in California, and certain northeastern states. The 2009 Hybrid is newly available in Oregon. Hybrids pair the 4-cylinder engine and CVT with a battery-powered electric motor for 198 hp. The Hybrid can run on one or both of its power sources depending on driving conditions, and does not require plug-in charging. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, curtain side airbags, and front side airbags. A navigation system is available and includes a rearview camera. Also available are leather upholstery and a wireless cell phone link.


2009 2010 Nissan Altima Specifications

  2009 Nissan Altima Base Sedan Performance & Efficiency Standard Features  
2,488 cc 2.5 liters in-line 4 front engine with 89.0 mm bore, 100.0 mm stroke, 9.5 compression ratio, double overhead cam, variable valve timing/camshaft and four valves per cylinder QR25
Unleaded fuel 87
Multi-point injection
20.0 gallon main unleaded fuel tank 16.7
Power: 130 kW , 175 HP SAE @ 5,600 rpm; 180 ft lb , 244 Nm @ 3,900 rpm
  2009 Nissan Altima Base Sedan Handling, Ride & Braking Standard Features  
Four-wheel ABS
Brake assist system
Four disc brakes including two ventilated discs
Electronic brake distribution
Immobilizer
Spacesaver steel rim internal spare wheel
Strut front suspension independent with stabilizer bar and coil springs, multi-link rear suspension independent with stabilizer bar and coil springs
  2009 Nissan Altima Base Sedan Exterior & Aerodynamics Standard Features  
Body side molding
Body color front and rear bumpers
Chrome/bright trim around side windows
Driver and passenger power body color door mirrors
External dimensions: overall length (inches): 189.9, overall width (inches): 70.7, overall height (inches): 57.9, wheelbase (inches): 109.3, front track (inches): 61.0 and rear track (inches): 61.0
Complex surface lens halogen bulb headlights
Black paint
Fixed rear window with defogger
Tinted glass on cabin
Weights:
Windshield wipers with automatic intermittent wipe
  2009 Nissan Altima Base Sedan Interior Standard Features  
12v power outlet: front and 2
Air conditioning
Diversity antenna
Peripheral anti-theft protection
Automatic drive indicator on dashboard
Cargo area light
Cargo capacity: all seats in place (cu ft): 15.3
Computer with average speed, average  and range for remaining fuel
Full dashboard console with covered storage box, full floor console with covered storage box, partial overhead console with covered storage box
Delayed/fade courtesy lights
Front seats and rear seats cup holders fixed
Door ajar warning
Door pockets/bins for , passenger seat and rear seats
External temperature
Driver and passenger front airbag with occupant sensors and multi-stage deployment
Bucket driver and passenger seat
Height adjustable 3-point reel front seat belts on driver seat and passenger seat with pre-tensioners
Front seat center armrest
Two height adjustable active head restraints on front seats, two head restraints on rear seats
Internal dimensions: front headroom (inches): 40.6, rear headroom (inches): 36.8, front hip room (inches): 56.8, rear hip room (inches): 52.5, front leg room (inches): 44.1, rear leg room (inches): 35.8, front shoulder room (inches): 55.7, rear shoulder room (inches): 55.5 and interior volume (cu ft): 100.7
Low tire pressure indicator
Remote power locks speed sensing
speed proportional power steering
Front power windows with one one-touch, rear power windows
Front and rear reading lights
3-point reel rear seat belts on driver side, passenger side and center side
Rear seat center armrest
Three asymmetrical bench front facing rear seats with zero adjustments
Rear view mirror
Remote fuel filler door release
Remote control remote trunk/hatch release
Front and rear side curtain airbag
Cloth seat upholstery with additional cloth
Seating: five seats
Service interval indicator
Front side airbag
Four speaker(s)
Plastic multi-function steering wheel with tilt adjustment and telescopic adjustment
Tachometer
Driver vanity mirror
Ventilation system with micro filter

2009 2010 Nissan Altima Safety Features

Standard Safety Features

? 4-Wheel ABS ? Child Seat Lower Anchorage ? Pretensioner
? Energy Management Feature ? Rear Center Lap/Shoulder Belt ? Advanced Air Bag Features
? Side Airbag - Front ? Head Airbag - Front ? Rear Seat
? Dynamic Head Restraint ? Trunk Release ? Tire Pressure Monitor

The Nissan Altima has been on sale for almost 15 years and has now settled into the rare role of a practical five-passenger family sedan with handling and performance that appeals to the enthusiast. There have been four generations of Altimas, with the newest one introduced in 2007 and on sale now. The sedan has more recently been squarely aimed at traditional segment leaders, and as such it has quickly matured in terms of features, finesse and power.

Family sedans have never been more capable across the board than they are today, and competition in this segment is consequently fiercer than ever. Yet the current Nissan Altima manages to distinguish itself by offering ample yet refined power, especially with the optional V6, along with perhaps the sportiest handling of any family sedan. It also boasts a pleasant interior that's leaps and bounds ahead of its low-grade predecessors. The addition of a coupe model should broaden the Altima's appeal and make it even more competitive with the Accord and Camry, which have long offered coupe variants. Families -- or really anyone -- in search of practical yet lively daily transportation should give the Altima a hard look.

Current Nissan Altima

The Nissan Altima provides the kind of style and performance one would have expected years ago from its now-big brother, the Maxima sedan. In recent years, strong styling has been one of Nissan's characteristics, and the Altima's svelte sheet metal continues this trend. The Altima impresses under the hood as well, with zesty acceleration from the base 2.5-liter engine and downright prodigious thrust from the optional 3.5-liter V6. (A limited-production four-cylinder hybrid model with Toyota-sourced technology is also available in some states.) Transmission choices are a six-speed manual or a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT). The latter is one of the best examples of its breed; the former, however, is to be avoided unless you absolutely must shift your own gears, as its rubbery feel and remarkably imprecise throws are only fit for the most automatic-averse consumers.

In reviews of the fourth-generation Altima, we've mostly praised the power and handling of both the four-cylinder and V6 models, although the enthusiast-oriented SE model's sport-tuned suspension can be a little stiff on rough surfaces. We clocked a CVT-equipped Altima SE V6 from zero to 60 mph in just 6.6 seconds, an excellent showing for a family sedan -- and one that might make the decision to go without a manual shifter a little easier. Meanwhile, the base car with the 2.5-liter four-cylinder performs well enough that it will probably make some consumers think twice about whether a V6 is necessary.

Underneath that sleek skin, the Nissan Altima's overall length has been reduced about 2 inches as compared to the previous model, which has resulted in slightly less front and rear legroom. In the sedan, there's still enough room for four 6-foot adults to be carried in reasonable comfort, at least for a moderate distance, but legroom is just average, and headroom is tight. The interior layout, however, is much improved over the previous-generation Altima and is now near the head of the family sedan class in terms of both design and material quality.

The Altima coupe drives much like the sedan, as one might expect, but it adds unique styling, sportier suspension tuning and more aggressively bolstered seats. Its dimensions are also down a bit from the sedan's -- combined with the coupe's rakish roof line, this means markedly less passenger room for coupe buyers, though it's still a good bit roomier than dedicated sport coupes.

One thing to consider is pricing. While the least expensive Altima starts at just under $19,000, a desire for V6 power and a free hand with the options list could leave you with a price tag of $30,000 or more for a new Altima. At that price point, one could also start considering some purpose-built sport sedans from more prestigious luxury automakers.

Past Nissan Altima Models

It took awhile for the Nissan Altima family sedan, introduced in 1993, to establish itself in the marketplace and the hearts of enthusiasts. The first two generations, powered by a relatively peppy 150-hp 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine, weren't flops -- but neither were they the blockbusters Nissan was hoping for. We found the second-generation Altima, which was sold for the 1998-2001 model years, to be a decent handler but too bland in its overall design.

A big upgrade came with the third generation. The redesigned 2002 Altima was about 6 inches longer and had a new suspension and stronger body. At the time, it was one of the most powerful family sedans available, as it came with either a 175-hp 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine or a 240-hp 3.5-liter V6. All models were offered with a manual or automatic transmission. The interior was widely criticized for looking cheap but the Altima had a particularly lively feel for a front-wheel-drive family sedan. Our editors concluded that the Altima had gone from wallflower to genuinely desirable sedan overnight. For the serious driving enthusiast, the 2005-'06 Altima SE-R was the way to go. This specialized model came with a firmer suspension, a bit more power and an exclusive six-speed manual transmission whose slick operation was a cut above Nissan's norm.

The third- and current-generation Nissan Altimas are the most desirable from a used car shopper's perspective. They hold great appeal for people who need a midsize sedan but put a premium on responsive handling and an entertaining driving experience. At the same time, even less enthusiastic drivers will appreciate the increased passenger and trunk space in these newer Altimas, as well as their attractive styling and competitive powertrains

Length 189.8 " 189.8 " 189.8 " 189.8 " 189.8 " 182.5 " 182.5 "
Body width 70.7 " 70.7 " 70.7 " 70.7 " 70.7 " 70.7 " 70.7 "
Body height 57.9 " 57.9 " 57.9 " 57.9 " 57.9 " 55.3 " 55.3 "
Wheelbase 109.3 " 109.3 " 109.3 " 109.3 " 109.3 " 105.3 " 105.3 "
Ground clearance 5.2 " 5.2 " 5.2 " 5.2 " 5.2 " NA NA
Curb 3,179 lbs. 3,191 lbs. 3,289 lbs. 3,407 lbs. 3,145 lbs. 3,076 lbs. 3,241 lbs.
Gross weight 4,295 lbs. 4,295 lbs. 4,586 lbs. 4,586 lbs. 4,295 lbs. NA NA

Interior

Front head room 41 " 41 " 41 " 40 " 41 " 40 " 37 "
Rear head room 37 " 37 " 37 " 36 " 37 " 36 " 36 "
Front shoulder room 56 " 56 " 56 " 56 " 56 " 54 " 54 "
Rear shoulder room 56 " 56 " 56 " 56 " 56 " 52 " 52 "
Front hip room 57 " 57 " 57 " 57 " 57 " 54 " 54 "
Rear hip room 53 " 53 " 53 " 53 " 53 " 48 " 48 "
Front leg room 44.1 " 44.1 " 44.1 " 44.1 " 44.1 " 42.5 " 42.5 "
Rear leg room 35.8 " 35.8 " 35.8 " 35.8 " 35.8 " 34.4 " 34.4 "
Luggage capacity 15.3 cu.ft. 15.3 cu.ft. 15.3 cu.ft. 15.3 cu.ft. 15.3 cu.ft. 7.4 cu.ft. 7.4 cu.ft.
Maximum cargo capacity 15.3 cu.ft. 15.3 cu.ft. 15.3 cu.ft. 15.3 cu.ft. 15.3 cu.ft. 7.4 cu.ft. 7.4 cu.ft.
Standard seating 5 5 5 5 5 5 5

Performance

Base engine size 2.5 liters 2.5 liters 3.5 liters 3.5 liters 2.5 liters 2.5 liters 3.5 liters
Base engine type I-4 I-4 V-6 V-6 I-4 I-4 V-6
Horsepower 175 hp 175 hp 270 hp 270 hp 175 hp 175 hp 270 hp
Horsepower rpm 5,600 5,600 6,000 6,000 5,600 5,600 6,000
Torque 180 lb-ft. 180 lb-ft. 258 lb-ft. 258 lb-ft. 180 lb-ft. 180 lb-ft. 258 lb-ft.
Torque rpm 3,900 3,900 4,400 4,400 3,900 3,900 4,400
Maximum towing capacity 1,000 lbs. 1,000 lbs. 1,000 lbs. 1,000 lbs. 1,000 lbs. 1,000 lbs. 1,000 lbs.
Drive type front-wheel front-wheel front-wheel front-wheel front-wheel front-wheel front-wheel
Turning radius 18.7 ' 18.7 ' 18.7 ' 20.0 ' 18.7 ' 17.4 ' 18.0 '

Fuel

Fuel tank capacity 20.0 gal. 20.0 gal. 20.0 gal. 20.0 gal. 20.0 gal. 20.0 gal. 20.0 gal.
EPA mileage estimates 23 / 31 (city/highway) 23 / 31 (city/highway) 18 / 27 (city/highway) 19 / 26 (city/highway

2009 2010 Nissan Altima Overview

Introduction

The front-wheel drive, five-passenger Nissan Altima combines performance and an attractive exterior as either a two-door coupe or a four-door sedan.

The Nissan Altima is powered by either a 175-hp 2.5-liter V6 or a 270-hp 3.5-liter V6 and the transmission choices include a six-speed manual or continuously variable transmission (CVT). The trims on the Altima include: the 2.5 Base (on the sedan only), the 2.5 S, the 3.5 SE and the 3.5 SL (on the sedan only). Safety features include: four-wheel disc brakes, anti-lock brakes on all trims except for the Sedan 2.5 Base, six airbags, front seat-belt pre-tensioners and a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). The coupe's roofline is 2.6 inches lower than the sedan's and flows back into a long and nicely sculpted tail section that narrows between wide shoulders above prominent wheel arches. The suspension is tuned to provide the driver with a more nimble feel and heightened responsiveness.

For 2009, the Nissan Altima Coupe and Sedan are a carryover.

 

NHTSA Frontal Crash Test

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  • Driver Front:5
  • Passenger Front:5

    The Nissan Altima has been on sale for more than 15 years and has now settled into the rare role of a practical five-passenger family sedan with handling and performance that appeals to the enthusiast. There have been four generations of Altimas, with the newest one introduced in 2007 and on sale now. The sedan has more recently been aimed at traditional segment leaders, and as such it has quickly matured in terms of features, finesse and power.

    Family sedans have never been more capable across the board than they are today, and competition in this segment is consequently fiercer than ever. Yet the current Nissan Altima manages to distinguish itself by offering ample yet refined power, especially with the optional V6, along with perhaps the sportiest handling of any family sedan. It also boasts a pleasant interior that's leaps and bounds ahead of its low-grade predecessors. The addition of a coupe model should broaden the Altima's appeal and make it even more competitive with the Accord and Camry, which have long offered coupe variants. Families -- or really anyone -- in search of practical yet lively daily transportation should give the Altima a hard look.

    Current Nissan Altima

    The Nissan Altima provides the kind of style and performance one would have expected years ago from its now-big brother, the Maxima sedan. In recent years, strong styling has been one of Nissan's characteristics, and the Altima's svelte sheet metal continues this trend. The Altima impresses under the hood as well, with zesty acceleration from the base 2.5-liter engine and downright prodigious thrust from the optional 3.5-liter V6. (A limited-production four-cylinder hybrid model with Toyota-sourced technology is also available in some states.) Transmission choices are a six-speed manual or a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT). The latter is one of the best examples of its breed; the former, however, is to be avoided unless you absolutely must shift your own gears, as its rubbery feel and remarkably imprecise throws are only fit for the most automatic-averse consumers.

    In reviews of the current-generation Altima, we've mostly praised the power and handling of both the four-cylinder and V6 models, although the enthusiast-oriented SE model's sport-tuned suspension can be a little stiff on rough surfaces. We clocked a CVT-equipped Altima SE V6 from zero to 60 mph in just 6.6 seconds, an excellent showing for a family sedan -- and one that might make the decision to go without a manual shifter a little easier. Meanwhile, the base car with the 2.5-liter four-cylinder performs well enough that it will probably make some consumers think twice about whether a V6 is necessary.

    Underneath that sleek skin, the Nissan Altima's overall length has been reduced about 2 inches as compared to the previous model, which has resulted in slightly less front and rear legroom. In the sedan, there's still enough room for four 6-foot adults to be carried in reasonable comfort, at least for a moderate distance, but legroom is just average, and headroom is tight. The interior layout, however, is much improved over the previous-generation Altima and is now near the head of the family sedan class in terms of both design and material quality.

    The Altima coupe drives much like the sedan, as one might expect, but it adds unique styling, sportier suspension tuning and more aggressively bolstered seats. Its dimensions are also down a bit from the sedan's -- combined with the coupe's rakish roof line, this means markedly less passenger room for coupe buyers, though it's still a good bit roomier than dedicated sport coupes.

    One thing to consider is pricing. While the least expensive Altima starts at just under $20,000, a desire for V6 power and a free hand with the options list could leave you with a price tag of $30,000 or more for a new Altima. At that price point, one could also start considering some purpose-built sport sedans from more prestigious luxury automakers.

    Used Nissan Altima Models

    The current- (fourth) generation Nissan Altima debuted in 2007, with the Coupe following in 2008. In the time since, the Altima line has seen only minor changes to standard and optional feature structures.

    The current- and third-generation Nissan Altimas are the most desirable from a used-car shopper's perspective. The 2002-'06 model was about 6 inches longer and had a new suspension and stronger body compared to the previous car. At the time, it was one of the most powerful family sedans available, as it came with either a 175-horsepower 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine or a 240-hp 3.5-liter V6. All models were offered with either a manual or automatic transmission.

    The interior was widely criticized for looking cheap but the Altima had a particularly lively feel for a front-wheel-drive family sedan. Our editors concluded that the Altima had gone from wallflower to genuinely desirable sedan overnight. For the serious driving enthusiast, the 2005-'06 Altima SE-R was the way to go. This specialized model came with a firmer suspension, a bit more power and an exclusive six-speed manual transmission whose slick operation was a cut above Nissan's norm.

    It took awhile for the Nissan Altima family sedan, introduced in 1993, to establish itself in the marketplace and the hearts of enthusiasts. The first two generations, powered by a relatively peppy 150-hp 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine, weren't flops -- but neither were they the blockbusters Nissan was hoping for. We found the second-generation Altima, which was sold for the 1998-2001 model years, to be a decent handler but too bland in its overall design.

    Drivetrain
    Model 2010 Nissan Altima 4dr Sdn I4 CVT S 2009 Toyota Camry 4dr Sdn I4 Auto (Natl) 2009 Honda Accord Sdn 4dr I4 Auto LX
    Standard Torque YES 180 @ 3900 161 @ 4000 161 @ 4300
    Continuously Variable Trans YES Standard Not Available Not Available
    Fuel Economy
    Model 2010 Nissan Altima 4dr Sdn I4 CVT S 2009 Toyota Camry 4dr Sdn I4 Auto (Natl) 2009 Honda Accord Sdn 4dr I4 Auto LX
    EPA Fuel Economy - City YES 23 MPG 21 MPG 21 MPG
    Cruising Range - City YES 460.00 mi 388.50 mi 388.50 mi
    Cruising Range - Highway YES 620.00 mi 573.50 mi 555.00 mi
    Fuel Tank Capacity YES 20.0 gal 18.5 gal 18.5 gal
    Audio and Communication
    Model 2010 Nissan Altima 4dr Sdn I4 CVT S 2009 Toyota Camry 4dr Sdn I4 Auto (Natl) 2009 Honda Accord Sdn 4dr I4 Auto LX
    Premium Sound System YES Available Not Available Not Available
    Satellite Radio YES Available Not Available Not Available
    Hard Disk Drive YES Available Not Available Not Available
    Entertainment System YES Available Not Available Not Available
    Navigation System YES Available Not Available Not Available
    Seating
    Model 2010 Nissan Altima 4dr Sdn I4 CVT S 2009 Toyota Camry 4dr Sdn I4 Auto (Natl) 2009 Honda Accord Sdn 4dr I4 Auto LX
    Leather Seats YES Available Not Available Not Available
    Power Driver Seat YES Available Not Available Not Available
    Heated Driver Seat YES Available Not Available Not Available
    Heated Passenger Seat YES Available Not Available Not Available
    Comfort and Convenience
    Model 2010 Nissan Altima 4dr Sdn I4 CVT S 2009 Toyota Camry 4dr Sdn I4 Auto (Natl) 2009 Honda Accord Sdn 4dr I4 Auto LX
    Dual Zone A/C YES Available Not Available Not Available
    Climate Control YES Available Not Available Not Available
    Rear A/C YES Available Not Available Not Available
    Rear Seat Heat Ducts YES Standard Not Available Not Available
    Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel YES Available Not Available Not Available
    Keyless Start YES Standard Not Available Not Available
    Universal Garage Door Opener YES Available Not Available Not Available
    Trip Computer YES Standard Not Available Not Available
    Exterior
    Model 2010 Nissan Altima 4dr Sdn I4 CVT S 2009 Toyota Camry 4dr Sdn I4 Auto (Natl) 2009 Honda Accord Sdn 4dr I4 Auto LX
    Power Tilt/Sliding Sunroof YES Available Not Available Not Available
    Safety
    Model 2010 Nissan Altima 4dr Sdn I4 CVT S 2009 Toyota Camry 4dr Sdn I4 Auto (Natl) 2009 Honda Accord Sdn 4dr I4 Auto LX
    Fog Lamps YES Available Not Available Not Available
    Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors YES Available Not Available Not Available
    Weight
    Model 2010 Nissan Altima 4dr Sdn I4 CVT S 2009 Toyota Camry 4dr Sdn I4 Auto (Natl) 2009 Honda Accord Sdn 4dr I4 Auto LX
    Base Curb Weight YES 3193 lbs 3307 lbs 3289 lbs
    Interior Dimensions
    Model 2010 Nissan Altima 4dr Sdn I4 CVT S 2009 Toyota Camry 4dr Sdn I4 Auto (Natl) 2009 Honda Accord Sdn 4dr I4 Auto LX
    Front Leg Room YES 44.1 in 41.7 in 42.5 in
    Front Hip Room YES 56.8 in 54.6 in 56.6 in
    Trunk Volume YES 15.3 ft3 15.0 ft3 14.0 ft3
    Brakes
    Model 2010 Nissan Altima 4dr Sdn I4 CVT S 2009 Toyota Camry 4dr Sdn I4 Auto (Natl) 2009 Honda Accord Sdn 4dr I4 Auto LX
    Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness YES 11.7 x 1.02 in 11.65 x -TBD- in 11.1 x -TBD- in
    Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness YES 11.5 x 0.35 in 11.06 x -TBD- in 11.1 x -TBD- in


Drivetrain
Model 2010 Nissan Altima 4dr Sdn I4 CVT S 2009 Mazda MAZDA6 4dr Sdn Auto i Sport 2009 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sdn LS w/1LS
Standard Horsepower YES 175 @ 5600 170 @ 6000 169 @ 6400
Standard Torque YES 180 @ 3900 167 @ 4000 160 @ 4500
Continuously Variable Trans YES Standard Not Available Not Available
Fuel Economy
Model 2010 Nissan Altima 4dr Sdn I4 CVT S 2009 Mazda MAZDA6 4dr Sdn Auto i Sport 2009 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sdn LS w/1LS
EPA Fuel Economy - City YES 23 MPG 21 MPG 22 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy - Highway YES 31 MPG 30 MPG 30 MPG
Cruising Range - City YES 460.00 mi 333.90 mi 352.00 mi
Cruising Range - Highway YES 620.00 mi 477.00 mi 480.00 mi
Fuel Tank Capacity YES 20.0 gal 15.9 gal 16 gal
Tires and Wheels
Model 2010 Nissan Altima 4dr Sdn I4 CVT S 2009 Mazda MAZDA6 4dr Sdn Auto i Sport 2009 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sdn LS w/1LS
Aluminum Wheels YES Available Not Available Not Available
Audio and Communication
Model 2010 Nissan Altima 4dr Sdn I4 CVT S 2009 Mazda MAZDA6 4dr Sdn Auto i Sport 2009 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sdn LS w/1LS
Premium Sound System YES Available Not Available Not Available
Hard Disk Drive YES Available Not Available Not Available
Entertainment System YES Available Not Available Not Available
Navigation System YES Available Not Available Not Available
Wireless Cell Phone Hookup YES Available Not Available Not Available
Seating
Model 2010 Nissan Altima 4dr Sdn I4 CVT S 2009 Mazda MAZDA6 4dr Sdn Auto i Sport 2009 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sdn LS w/1LS
Leather Seats YES Available Not Available Not Available
Heated Driver Seat YES Available Not Available Not Available
Heated Passenger Seat YES Available Not Available Not Available
Comfort and Convenience
Model 2010 Nissan Altima 4dr Sdn I4 CVT S 2009 Mazda MAZDA6 4dr Sdn Auto i Sport 2009 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sdn LS w/1LS
Dual Zone A/C YES Available Not Available Not Available
Climate Control YES Available Not Available Not Available
Rear A/C YES Available Not Available Not Available
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel YES Available Not Available Not Available
Woodgrain Interior Trim YES Available Not Available Not Available
Keyless Start YES Standard Not Available Not Available
Trip Computer YES Standard Not Available Not Available
Exterior
Model 2010 Nissan Altima 4dr Sdn I4 CVT S 2009 Mazda MAZDA6 4dr Sdn Auto i Sport 2009 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sdn LS w/1LS
Power Tilt/Sliding Sunroof YES Available Not Available Not Available
Safety
Model 2010 Nissan Altima 4dr Sdn I4 CVT S 2009 Mazda MAZDA6 4dr Sdn Auto i Sport 2009 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sdn LS w/1LS
Rear Parking Aid YES Available Not Available Not Available
Back-Up Camera YES Available Not Available Not Available
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors YES Available Not Available Not Available
Exterior Dimensions
Model 2010 Nissan Altima 4dr Sdn I4 CVT S 2009 Mazda MAZDA6 4dr Sdn Auto i Sport 2009 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sdn LS w/1LS
Ground Clearance YES 5.4 in 5.1 in N/A
Weight
Model 2010 Nissan Altima 4dr Sdn I4 CVT S 2009 Mazda MAZDA6 4dr Sdn Auto i Sport 2009 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sdn LS w/1LS
Base Curb Weight YES 3193 lbs 3309 lbs 3415 lbs
Interior Dimensions
Model 2010 Nissan Altima 4dr Sdn I4 CVT S 2009 Mazda MAZDA6 4dr Sdn Auto i Sport 2009 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sdn LS w/1LS
Front Head Room YES 40.6 in 39.4 in 39.4 in
Front Leg Room YES 44.1 in 42.5 in 42.2 in
Front Hip Room YES 56.8 in 55.1 in 53.0 in
Brakes
Model 2010 Nissan Altima 4dr Sdn I4 CVT S 2009 Mazda MAZDA6 4dr Sdn Auto i Sport 2009 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sdn LS w/1LS
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness YES 11.5 x 0.35 in 11.0 x -TBD- in 10.87 x -TBD- in