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2005 Nissan Altima Review
New interior improves this roomy and powerful sedan.
2005 Altima Review Summary & Specifications
This third-generation Nissan Altima was launched in 2002 as an exciting alternative to the otherwise ordinary mid-size sedan segment. And it remains the cure for the common car. Now with a new interior, the 2005 Nissan Altima has addressed our biggest complaint with this car.The Nissan Altima's bold styling is backed up by strong performance. On a fun-to-drive scale, the Altima 3.5 SE tops the class of mid-size cars, but the fun doesn't come at the expense of practicality. This car is bigger and roomier than most mid-sized sedans, with comfortable accommodations front or rear, and plenty of space to haul stuff. Altima is loaded with personality, and it offers a combination of virtues that's hard to beat. Anyone shopping for a mid-size sedan should look closely at the Nissan Altima.
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| Vehicle Category | Midsize Cars |
| Editor | Mitch McCullough |
| Model Lineup | Nissan Altima 2.5 ($17,200); 2.5 S ($19,050); 2.5 SL ($23,400); 3.5 SE ($23,100); 3.5 SL ($26,900) |
| Engines (standard) | 3.5-liter dohc 24-valve V6 |
| Transmissions (standard) | 5-speed manual |
| Engines (optional) | 175-hp 2.5-liter dohc 16-valve inline-4; 250-hp 3.5-liter dohc 24-valve V6 |
| Transmissions (optional) | 5-speed manual; 4-speed automatic; 5-speed automatic |
| Safety Equipment (standard) | dual front airbags, active front-seat head restraints, emergency inside trunk release |
| Safety Equipment (optional) | front side-impact and front and rear curtain-style head protection airbags, anti-lock brake (ABS) with brake assist and electronic brake distribution, traction control |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Assembled In | Smyrna, Tennessee |
| Manufacturer Phone | 1-800-647-7266 |
| Manufacturer URL | www.nissandriven.com |
| Base Price MSRP | 17200 |
| Model Tested MSRP | Nissan Altima 3.5 SE ($23,100) |
| Standard Equipment | air conditioning, AM/FM/CD with six speakers and speed-sensitive volume control, cargo net, automatic headlamps, fog lights, dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors, eight-way power driver's seat, power windows with front auto-down, power mirrors, power locks, cruise control, intermittent wipers, remote keyless entry with remote trunk release, 60/40 split rear seat with lock, tilt steering column, steering wheel audio controls, leather-wrapped steering wheel, sun visor extensions |
| Options as Tested (MSRP) | ABS and Side Airbag Package ($800) includes anti-lock brakes, side-impact and side-curtain air bags; Leather Package ($3000) includes leather seating surfaces, padded leather armrest cover, simulated leather door trim panels, heated front seats, auto-dimming mirror, heated outside mirrors, HomeLink universal transceiver, automatic climate control, one-touch power sunroof, Bose audio system with eight-speakers AM/FM/CD6, trunk lid trim |
| Destination Charge | 560 |
| Gas Guzzler Tax | |
| Price as Tested | 27460 |
| Layout | front-wheel drive |
| Horse Power | 250 @ 5800 |
| Torque | 249 @ 4400 |
| Fuel Economy | 21/26 |
| Wheelbase | 110.2 |
| Length/Width/Height | 191.5/70.4/57.9 |
| Track Front/Rear | |
| Turning Radius | 38.7 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 |
| Front Head/Hip/Leg room | 40.8/53.0/43.9 |
| Middle Head/Hip/Leg room | |
| Rear Head/Hip/Leg room | 37.6/52.7/36.4 |
| Trunk Volume | 15.6 |
| Payload | |
| Towing Capacity | 1000 |
| Front Suspension | independent |
| Rear Suspension | independent |
| Ground Clearance | |
| Curb Weight | 3227 |
| Stock Tires | P215/55VR17 |
| Brakes Front/Rear | vented disc/disc with ABS, brake assist and electronic brake distribution |
| Fuel Capacity | 20 |
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