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2008 Nissan Altima

2008 Nissan Altima

Vehicle Overview:
Vehicle Type: Midsize Car
ABS Brakes: Optional
Standard Airbags: 6
MPG: 19-23/26-32 (City/HWY)
Engine Offered:
2.5L I4 175HP
3.5L V6 270HP

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Consumer Ratings:
Performance: 4.6
Exterior: 4.8
Interior: 4.7
Overall: 4.8

Review Guide:
5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

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2008 Nissan Altima Consumer Car Review Summary

Top 5 Pros of 2008 Nissan Altima

  1. CVT responsiveness
  2. High-end performance features
  3. Style
  4. Quality interior material
  5. Fuel economy on the 2.5L

Top 5 Cons of 2008 Nissan Altima

  1. Better factory tires
  2. Heated side view mirrors
  3. More space for the driver
  4. Standard ABS brakes
  5. Choices for sound system

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Submitted 2009-08-25 13:31:43


 donna

 

Performance:

2

Exterior:

3

Interior:

3

Overall:

3
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2008 Nissan Altima?
Nice interior, roomy.
Large truck space.

Cons: How would you improve 2008 Nissan Altima?
Do not like this "new" transmission, have had it back to the dealership 3 times. It hesitates on a slow take off. Feels like it wants to flood out. Breather & intake does not seat properly making for loud motor noise. Loved my 1985 Altima, but not happy with this one. Rides rough, can feel every bump in the road. Every time dealership says,"oh thats just that CVT transmission". Had I know this I could have save about 29K...

2008 Nissan Altima Review:
Won't buy another one! At least not from the Dealership I bought this one (first one there was a lease in 1985).

Submitted 2008-10-26 03:13:34


  GUEST

Performance:

5

Exterior:

5

Interior:

5

Overall:

5
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2008 Nissan Altima?
Fingertip controls of the steering wheel ergonomic design of the cockpit, brightly lit display of the gauges. Drove the car on a trip to Florida excellent gas milage with the 2.5 engine CVT transmission is very smooth. Very comfortable ride.

Cons: How would you improve 2008 Nissan Altima?
Heated side mirrors should be standard, put the fuel cap holder back on the door instead of just hanging

2008 Nissan Altima Review:
Overall an excellent car this is my second altima, would highly recomend

Submitted 2008-04-20 17:47:43


  GUEST

Performance:

5

Exterior:

5

Interior:

4

Overall:

5
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2008 Nissan Altima?
great 0-60 good cornering good styleing

Cons: How would you improve 2008 Nissan Altima?
better tires

Submitted 2008-04-15 10:07:54


  GUEST

Performance:

5

Exterior:

5

Interior:

5

Overall:

5
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2008 Nissan Altima?
Performance, style, and love the Bose stero system

Cons: How would you improve 2008 Nissan Altima?
Two things:
1) I agree with the need for an Accessories setting on the push button start.
2) An easier "scan through" the channels mechanism on the steering wheel radio control. XM gives so many choices!

2008 Nissan Altima Review:
I purchased the 3.5 SL package and love the vehicle. So far (3K miles) I've had no problems with the vechicle in any way. After test driving the 2.5 & 3.5, I chose the 3.5, but I can see why people might want to save the up front dollars and long term gas money and opt for the 2.5. The 2.5 drove very well for a 4 cyl, however I am averaging 27 MPG with the 3.5 on 80% highway miles. I guess I just had to have the additional power, it's a guy thing. The CVT transmission is very smooth, and the Bose system with XM makes every ride a pleasure. It truly rocks.

Submitted 2008-03-25 08:15:53


  GUEST

Performance:

5

Exterior:

5

Interior:

5

Overall:

5
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2008 Nissan Altima?
I Love How Roomy It Is. It's a Smooth Ride All The Way. I Just Purchased The 2008 Nissan Altima 3.5SE And I Love It.

Cons: How would you improve 2008 Nissan Altima?
Theres Really Nothing I Would Change On This Car. U Get What You Pay For And It's Worth Every Penny. From Comfort To Space To Speed And Luxury And The Price There Just Can't Be A Better Car.

2008 Nissan Altima Review:
GO OUT AND GET YOU ONE I PROMISE YOU WON'T REGRET IT NISSAN DID A WONDERFUL JOB WITH THIS NEW CAR IT'S GREAT :)

Submitted 2008-02-14 13:17:24


  GUEST

Performance:

5

Exterior:

5

Interior:

5

Overall:

5
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2008 Nissan Altima?
Push button Ignition, no more fiddling with keys thanks to the intelligent key! Exterior and Interior look very good! Very fun to drive! There is enough room inside the vehicle for anyone. The engine noise is not loud at all. The stereo system sounds very good! Good fuel economy!

Cons: How would you improve 2008 Nissan Altima?
No cons for me to report about the 2008 Nissan Altima.

2008 Nissan Altima Review:
I am very satisfied with my 2008 Nissan Altima! This vehicle is very fun to drive! I enjoy driving my Altima out on the road. Nissan did a very good job on the new design of this vehicle! I give this vehicle a 10 out of 10.

Submitted 2008-02-13 16:02:18


  GUEST

Performance:

5

Exterior:

5

Interior:

5

Overall:

5
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2008 Nissan Altima?
Fuel Economy,Push button Ignition,Intelligent Key,Exterior and Interior looks very good,very fun to drive

Cons: How would you improve 2008 Nissan Altima?
Have chrome wheels

2008 Nissan Altima Review:
The 2008 Nissan Altima is a very good car! I give it a 10 out of 10

Submitted 2008-02-09 10:06:33


  GUEST

Performance:

5

Exterior:

5

Interior:

5

Overall:

5
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2008 Nissan Altima?
Nissan has created a very well engineered, good looking sedan with a solid platform, an ecellent CVT, great performance, braking, steering and handling dynamics. The interior has classy materials, good ergonomics and design.
Push button starting is a plus usually only found on high end autos. overall, a winner in this category

Cons: How would you improve 2008 Nissan Altima?
Reprogram push button sequence to have the accessory position also control the power windows.

2008 Nissan Altima Review:
I really enjoy driving this car. It has a sporty look and personality to match. The CVT is very smooth, and also smart and adjusts to your driving style. It also provides engine braking down hill. The 2.5 engine is smooth and quiet on the interstates. Gas milage averages over 30 mpg. Great car!

Submitted 2008-01-21 07:09:25


  GUEST

Performance:

5

Exterior:

5

Interior:

5

Overall:

5
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2008 Nissan Altima?
Peppy 2.5l engine, looks great, storage space, plenty of rear passenger leg room, 4 wheel disk brakes, emergency brake pedal instead of brake handle, keyless entry and starting with start button.

Cons: How would you improve 2008 Nissan Altima?
Offer more choices to mix and match options

2008 Nissan Altima Review:
4.5

Submitted 2008-01-03 13:23:17


  GUEST

Performance:

4

Exterior:

5

Interior:

5

Overall:

5
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2008 Nissan Altima?
CVT, keyless, ride, comfort, room, gas milage, reg. gas.

Cons: How would you improve 2008 Nissan Altima?
Better lowbeam lights, brighter back-up lights,
not so touchy brakes,
seat memory.

2008 Nissan Altima Review:
My Altima is a 2.5 SL, and I have less than 2,000 miles. Also, I have a 2002 Maxima, best car I've ever owned.

Submitted 2008-01-03 13:17:07


  GUEST

Performance:

4

Exterior:

5

Interior:

5

Overall:

5
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2008 Nissan Altima?
CVT, keyless, ride, comfort, room, gas milage, reg. gas.

Cons: How would you improve 2008 Nissan Altima?
Better lowbeam lights, brighter back-up lights,
not so touchy brakes,
seat memory.

2008 Nissan Altima Review:
My Altima is a 2.5 SL, and I have less than 2,000 miles. Also, I have a 2001 Maxima, best car I've ever owned.

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