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With this first major redesign, the Altima was transformed from a bland and uninteresting also-ran into a car that competed with the best in the class. It boasts generous accommodations, a punchy and refined powertrain, fairly nimble and secure handling, a pleasant ride and a quiet cabin. Compared with some of its competitors however, some of the interior plastics look and feel cheap. Overall, the Altima is a good choice that scored well among the class leaders.
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In most cases, automotive warranties are based on the vehicle identification number (VIN), and the warranty will be valid regardless of ownership. The dealership can tell you exactly how much warranty is left.
Read more about extended warrantiesThe redesigned Altima offers all-wheel drive and a turbo engine. It is a rather unremarkable midsized sedan. That said, it's a competitive car that gets the job done. It delivers on room, fuel economy and user friendliness. But the driving experience is bland, falling short on handling agility, and the seemingly pliant ride isn't adept at absorbing all types of bumps. The standard 2.5-liter engine provides decent acceleration and the car gets commendable 31 mpg overall. With that engine, buyers can opt for all-wheel drive but not with the uplevel, more powerful 2.0-liter turbo engine. The car is relatively quiet. The cabin is roomy, if a bit too low for easy access. Controls are very easy to use and both Android Auto and Apple CarPlay are compatible. To its credit, standard safety systems include automatic emergency braking. For 2021 pedestrian detection with automatic emergency braking is standard.
The Altima aimed to compete with the four-cylinder Honda Accord and Toyota Camry, but never stacked up to them. Handling was less than nimble and the ride was busy. The noisy engine delivered strong acceleration. The front seats were too low and rear seating was fairly cramped. The rear seatback didn't fold down. The Altima was redesigned for 1998, evolving the same basic formula. It was slightly freshened for 2000. It remained a not very rewarding family sedan.
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