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1997 Nissan Altima Review

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1997 Altima Review Summary & Specifications

The Nissan Altima GLE has an appealing combination of attributes that

make it a good choice in the world of small mid-size family sedans. It's

understated and stylish. It outperforms many of its four-cylinder rivals.

It's fun to drive, well built and with all the available options, does

in fact deliver luxury at a sub-luxury price.

The Altima GLE packs a lot of features into its price tag. But if $22,000-plus

doesn't quite fit your budget, you can still enjoy this car's solid virtues--as

well as some frills--with one of the other models. In fact, from a value

point of view, the GXE may be the best bet.

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1997 Nissan Altima Specs
Vehicle CategoryMidsize Cars
EditorMatthew Phillips
Model Lineup
Engines (standard)2.4-liter dohc 16v 4-cyl.
Transmissions (standard)5-speed manual
Engines (optional)
Transmissions (optional)4-speed automatic
Safety Equipment (standard)Dual airbags
Safety Equipment (optional)
Basic Warranty3 years/36,000 miles
Assembled InSmyrna, TN
Manufacturer Phone1-800-335-3592
Manufacturer URLwww.nissandriven.com
Base Price MSRP16269


1997 Nissan Altima Specs as Tested
Model Tested MSRPGLE
Standard Equipment(GLE) Air conditioning, AM/FM/cassette audioleather seats, power windows, power mirrors, cruise control, tilt wheel, anti-theft system, rear-seat pass-through, rear window defogger, intermittent wipers, aluminum alloy wheels
Options as Tested (MSRP)ABS, power moonroof
Destination Charge
Gas Guzzler Tax
Layout
Price as Tested22667
Horse Power150 @ 5600
Torque154 @ 4400
Fuel Economy21/29
Wheelbase103.1
Length/Width/Height180.5/67.1/55.9
Track Front/Rear57.7/57.3
Turning Radius37.4
Seating Capacity4
Front Head/Hip/Leg room39.3/52.8/42.6
Middle Head/Hip/Leg room
Rear Head/Hip/Leg room37.6/52.4/34.7
Trunk Volume14.0
Payload
Towing Capacity
Front SuspensionIndependent
Rear SuspensionIndependent
Ground Clearance
Curb Weight3020
Stock TiresP205/60R-15
Brakes Front/Reardisc/drum
Fuel Capacity15.9
1997 Nissan Altima