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2017 Nissan Altima






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Model Highlights
Fuel Economy
26 MPG Comb.
Transmission
CVT w/OD
Body Type
Sedan
Seatings
5 Seats
Overview
The Altima is a major seller for Nissan, spanning a substantial price range. Seven different trim levels are offered, along with a choice of two different engines. No matter the engine or trim level though, the transmission in the Altima remains constant. It's a continuously variable unit (CVT), which makes it more efficient than a traditional manual despite functioning from the driver's point of view more or less like an automatic. The base engine is a 2.5L 4-cylinder making 182 horsepower, giving the Altima an estimated combined mpg rating of 31. The optional engine is a 3.5L V6 making 270 horsepower. Owners can expect about 26 mpg in combined city and highway driving with the more powerful V6.
The base Altima 2.5 is somewhat spartan, but it still comes with plenty of nice features, such as an advanced drive assist display, which...
What’s new in the 2017 model?
The Nissan Altima received a substantial redesign for the 2016 model year and carries over into 2017 unchanged, though a new Altima Midnight Editio...

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