Highlight: Nissan’s Altima Coupe was added to line up to compliment the Altima Sedan in 2008.
Test vehicle’s MSRP: $32,165 (the base price starts at $24,320)
Seating Capacity: 5
Standard Safety Features: front and side impact airbags; ABS; traction control system; tire pressure monitoring system; and an emergency inside trunk release
SR’s Standard Equipment: 18-inch wheels; 8 way power driver’s seat; leather seats; heated front seats; a tilt and telescopic steering column; a rearview camera; a/c; push-button keyless entry; automatic rearview mirror; a sliding front-seat center armrest; HID Xenon headlights; automatic headlights; and solar-tinted glasses
Standard Audio: a BOSE 9-speaker AM/FM radio with a subscription to XM radio.
Bumper-to-Bumper Warranty: 3 years or 36,000 miles
Bluetooth Compatibility: Yes
MP3 Capability: Yes
SR’s Standard Engine/Horsepower: 3.5-liter, 6-cylinder/270-hp
Recommended Fuel: Regular
SR’s Standard Fuel Mileage: 18-city/27-hwy
Trim Levels:
2.5-liter S
3.5- liter SR
What’s New: For the 2012 model year, the Altima is a carryover. Nissan adds a new Value Package, which includes Bluetooth, a leather -wrapped steering wheel, a steering wheel with audio controls, automatic headlights and auto-dimming rearview mirror. A redesign Altima is coming next model year.
Pros: Our top of the line SR model
was outfitted with a throaty, easy-to-shift, 270-horsepower, six-speed manual
transmission engine. In addition to the power oozing from underneath the hood
(or from the dual tailpipes), the coupe’s sporty design was enhanced by an
optional rear spoiler.
