Distinctive, Sporty Styling of Nissan Altima

Nissan Altima's exterior styling is a continuation of Altima's distinctive, iconic, sporty design.

It offers a "dynamic simplicity" with an aggressive stance, a new Nissan "T-shaped" grille, powerful front fenders, strong wedge character line, forward A-pillars and Nissan family roofline, Altima-style taillights and dual exhaust finishers on all models. High Intensity Discharge (HID) xenon headlights are available on V6-equipped models.

The wheelbase is 0.9-inch shorter (109.3 inches) than the previous model for enhanced maneuverability and the overall length is 2.5 inches shorter (189.8 inches), but the interior retains the same ample roominess. The width is 0.3-inch wider (70.7 inches) and overall height is the same (57.9 inches). Trunk space remains the same as the previous generation Altima.

"The new Altima design looks and feels very open and accessible. Roominess was retained by moving the cowl forward and the rear glass back, while the low beltline allows the use of large side glass," said Bosley. "As a result, the smaller body enhances the sense of nimbleness, without compromising comfort, utility or passenger space."

Nissan Altima exterior also offers redesigned 16-inch and 17-inch wheels and 16-inch wheel covers. Nine exterior colors are offered, five of which are new for 2007.



Attention to Quality and Detail

Nissan Altima interior has an enhanced feel with refined workmanship and expanded use of soft materials (such as padded armrests) and chrome accents. Interior noise levels have been reduced through use of the new rigid platform and increased sound insulation.

"This new Altima feels like a completely different and more expensive vehicle in terms of design, use of quality materials and available amenities - it's quiet, comfortable and rewarding," said Bosley.

The instrument panel features a new Fine Vision gauge display for enhanced readability and the L-shaped flow of the instrument panel to the center console adds to the driver-oriented cockpit feel. The center console includes a new triple front cup holder design (CVT-equipped models), among the many convenient cup and bottle areas (up to nine total, including 20-ounce bottle holders in the door panels) and storage compartments, many of which are covered. The volume of the glove compartment has also increased substantially, doubling in size to 0.46 cubic feet.

Interiors are available in three colors - charcoal, blonde and frost - as well as in both high quality soft-touch suede fabric and leather-appointed seating.

Among the innovative passenger amenities for the class are available Intelligent Key with Push Button Ignition, Bose developed audio system with nine speakers, Bluetooth Hands-Free Phone System and dual-zone automatic temperature control.


"Next Generation" Platform and Performance

The all-new Nissan Altima's exhilarating driving pleasure comes from a tuned combination of strong acceleration, responsive handling and dynamic and refined sound - provided by the all-new "D" platform and the enhanced engine designs.

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