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Nissan Altima
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There are no major changes for the 2012 Nissan Altima Coupe.
For 2011, the Altima gains a new Special Edition trim (Altima 2.5 S) adding an aerodynamic rear spoiler, front fog lights, auto on/off headlamps, 16-inch alloy wheels and a leather-wrapped three-spoke steering wheel with audio controls.
The Nissan Altima Hybrid provides yet another alternative in a list of midsize hybrid sedans that will be missing the Honda Accord Hybrid in 2008. But Nissan is hedging its bets. Not only does the Altima Hybrid trail the introduction of the gasoline-electric pioneers — Honda Insight and Toyota Prius —by several years, Nissan is also making it available only in those states that have adopted the more stringent emissions standards pioneered by California. Besides California, that list includes Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island and Vermont. The Altima employs technology developed by Toyota — the solidly-proven Hybrid Synergy Drive, which is used under license by Nissan.
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Good car with some flaws
By Stan (CA) on Friday, September 16, 2011
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 8,100
overall rating 4 of 5rating detailsReviewer Ratings
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Pros: "Price, handling, design"
Cons: "Ride, noise"
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 7
"Altima is sporty, powerful, good looking, and overall good-quality car. I haven't had any major problems with it since my purchase in 2010. Now it has over 8k miles and runs great. Handles great for a family sedan. There are many minor issues with it though. Biggest one is - NOISE. I didn't expect it to be luxurious by any means, but it's rather noisy for the car of this class. On acceleration, engine sounds like a lawnmower. It also vibrates when driving at low speeds. Second, I still can't get used to CVT. It's smooth when driving at high speeds, but at low speeds and when accelerating it's jerky. This is my first new car and I don't know if all economy sedans are like that, but Altima has quite a rough ride. I can feel every bump on the road. When driving on rough roads it feels like I am riding a carriage (no shocks). Overall good car, but I don't think I will ever buy another Altima unless Nissan fix all the issues mentioned above."
22 people out of 22 found this review helpful
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still smiling
By Cubsgrl (Reno, NV) on Tuesday, August 28, 2007
overall rating 5 of 5rating details
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"I just bought a 2008 3.5 SE altima. I have owed 7 cars previously to this from honda's to bmw's. This car is by far my favorite! Not only is it roomy, it's sporty, a blast to drive and I get great gas mileage! say goodbye to spending a fortune to get a performance car! I never realized what I was missing out on by driving an SUV until I drove this car. It was love at first sight and I still smile everytime I get behind the wheel!"
11 people out of 11 found this review helpful
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Luxury for anyone's pocketbook
By Jazzy (Prescott, AZ) on Thursday, April 26, 2007
overall rating 5 of 5rating details
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"This car is luxury meets affordability. Go for SL package with all the trim and you will not be disappointed. Style, Performance, Gas Economy, and Price Tag. Cannot get a better car for the price. Had mine four months now and would not trade it for anything less than a 350 Z."
5 people out of 5 found this review helpful
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