Used 1999 Nissan Altima
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1999 Nissan Altima Overview
Altima Consumer Sentiment
Owners give this generation Nissan Altima (1998-2001) a 4.4 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 94% recommend it. These figures are based on 508 consumer reviews, like these:
What Owners are Saying About the 1999 Nissan Altima
"Very reliable, good gas mileage, good handling"
"Have owned this car for 6 years. Purchased it with 80k, now has 160000k. I'm a retired auto mechanic so I do most of my own maintenance. Engine has plenty of pep and it handles very well for a 4 door sedan! Interior very roomy and comfortable. Doesn't use any oil yet, although I change mine every 3000 miles. I've yet to do anything to the brakes. A few negatives: Front bumper will scrape and rub on even the smallest curb! I must remember this when ever I park. Had to replace the drivers door window motor/regulator due to cheap plastic gears. Just replaced both front door speakers (I like playing Fleetwood Mac LOUD!) My biggest repair has been the engine intake manifold gasket. An internet search reveals this to be a common fault of the 2.4 liter 4 cyl engine. After pulling the manifold off the engine and checking it with a straight edge, I found it to have a 0.003 warp. Had it resurfaced at a machine shop and reassembled. Now runs fine. Possible design flaw from the factory? Otherwise, this has been a very reliable car. One of the best I've owned. Speaking as a mechanic, I would not hesitate to recommend this car to any of my friends."
"Great buy!"
"This car had some problems with the front and rear window gears for raising and lowering the windows because it was the first year for using plastic teeth for the gears--not a smart design choice. When I bought it from Brown's Nissan in VA it came with dry rotted tires--I bought it new! This was not a manufacturing fault! It has been sitting, town and traffic driving and long distance driving. It always starts up and responds well. It got its first replacement set of brakes at 10 yrs. old. It always gets 27-30 mpg and lately with an additive 30 regularly. Lots of pick up and go--passing great and on hills up and down wonderful. It is loaded with trunk items and dogs for long distances and still great mileage. I go at least the speed limit--70+ in WV! Love it and do not want to sell it but my kid needs it. Would buy another if I knew they were made as well and were a hybrid!!!!"
"Best Used Vehicle For The Money"
"I have had this car for little over 4 1/2 months, And I love the gas mileage I receive with this car."
Overall 1999 Nissan Altima Quality
User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 1999 Nissan Altima is above average for its class. Owners rated the 1999 Nissan Altima quality a 4.5 out of 5.
1999 Nissan Altima Reliability
The 1999 Nissan Altima receives an average consumer rating of 4.4 overall and a 4.6 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.
Favorite 1999 Altima Features
According to drivers of the 1999 Altima, here are some of its best features:
- Reliable, affordable, fun to drive!
- Price was great, roomy, and good on long trips
- Great price, great gas mileage, Nice Looking Car!
- Very dependable cheap to operate and maintain
- Economical, reliable, pretty
1999 Nissan Altima MPG by Trim
1999 Altima SE Sedan 4D - city 20 MPG - hwy 28 MPG
1999 Altima XE Sedan 4D - city 20 MPG - hwy 28 MPG
1999 Altima GLE Sedan 4D - city 20 MPG - hwy 28 MPG
1999 Altima GXE Sedan 4D - city 20 MPG - hwy 28 MPG
1999 Altima Safety
NHTSA Safety Rating
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the 1999 Nissan Altima front-side driver crash test rating is 3 out of 5 stars. The front-side passenger crash test rating is 3 out of 5.
1999 Nissan Altima Safety Features
- Child Door Locks
- Child Seat Anchors
- Driver Airbag
- Passenger Airbag
- Rear Side Airbag
- Front Side Airbag
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1999 Nissan Altima Values and Prices
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1999 Nissan Altima Depreciation
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1999 Nissan Altima Annual Depreciation
Year | Vehicle Depreciation* | Resale Value | Trade-In Value | ||
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2022 | - | $1,546 | $727 | ||
2023 | $32 | $1,514 | $682 | ||
2024 | $26 | $1,488 | $649 | ||
2025 | $13 | $1,475 | $629 |
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*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.
1999 Nissan Altima Depreciation
Annual Depreciation is an estimation of what your vehicle's value might be over time based on an average of similar vehicles. Estimations are calculated by comparing Kelley Blue Book Private Party Values of vehicles similar to yours over time, as well as forecasts from Manheim Auction data comparing current and projected auction values against current Kelley Blue Book Private Party and Trade-In Values. This is not a guarantee of actual depreciation. Local weather conditions, market factors and driver performance will also impact your vehicle's actual depreciation.
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Specifications
Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
Curb Weight | 2859 lbs. | ||
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EPA Passenger | 94.0 cu.ft. | ||
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 39.4 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 42.0 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 5 | ||
Minimum Ground Clearance | 4.1 inches | ||
Overall Length | 183.5 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 55.7 inches | ||
Towing Capacity, Maximum | 1000 lbs. | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 14.0 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 37.4 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 103.1 inches | ||
Width with mirrors | 69.1 inches |
Exterior
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
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Moon Roof/Sun Roof | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 4 doors | ||
Rear Spoiler | Available |
Fuel Economy
City | 20 mpg | ||
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Highway | 28 mpg | ||
Combined | 23 mpg |
Mechanical
Drivetrain | FWD | ||
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Transmission Type | Automatic |
Performance
Horsepower | 150 @ 5600 RPM | ||
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Torque | 154 @ 4400 rpm | ||
Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter |
Warranty
Basic | 3 years / 36000 miles | ||
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Powertrain | 5 years / 60000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 5 years / Unlimited miles |
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1999 Nissan Altima Safety
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1999 Nissan Altima Rankings
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