| Nissan Altima Hybrid 2007
All-New 2007 Nissan Altima Hybrid Electric Vehicle Brings New Levels of Performance and Style to the Hybrid Market
Nissan's First Entry Into the Hybrid Gas-Electric Vehicle Segment Blends Fuel Efficiency with Altima's Performance, Quality and Innovation Leadership... The all-new 2007 Nissan Altima, which goes on sale in November 2006, is designed simply to be one of the best performing large front-wheel drive sedans in the world. This next-generation Altima offers all-new, distinctive styling, a roomy, comfortable, full-feature high-quality interior and an all-new "D" platform. Beginning early in the 2007 calendar year, Altima adds one other dynamic feature - a hybrid gas-electric model, the Altima Hybrid.
2007 Nissan Altima Hybrid is part of Nissan's ongoing efforts in the area of environmental protection and vehicle efficiency. The company's aim is to provide the right technology to the right market at the right time and right value to the customer. In addition to introducing the new Altima Hybrid in 2007, Nissan offers its advanced Xtronic CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) in five 2007 vehicles and Flexible Fuel Technology (FFV) in the 2007 Titan pickup and Armada SUV.
Very low emissions were a requirement of 2007 Nissan Altima Hybrid from its inception. The Altima Hybrid has been certified to meet California emissions requirements and will be sold in states that have adopted California emissions regulations: California, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island and Vermont. These eight states are among the strongest markets for hybrid vehicles.
"When you enter an important new technology segment such as hybrid electric vehicles, you want to lead with your best - and this next-generation 2007 Altima is clearly one of the best all-around vehicles Nissan has ever created," said Bill Bosley, vice president and general manager, Nissan Division, Nissan North America, Inc. "The Altima Hybrid is an environmentally friendly vehicle that is completely driver-friendly as well."
The Altima Hybrid powertrain mates a refined version of Nissan's QR25 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine and standard electronically controlled CVT with an advanced electric drive motor/generator that increases fuel economy while maintaining low tailpipe emissions. The Altima Hybrid is rated as an Advanced Technology-Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle (AT-PZEV) and emits almost no evaporative emissions.
The advanced energy drive system shares duties between the gasoline-powered 4-cylinder and the emissions-free electric motor - allowing the Altima Hybrid to run solely on electric power if appropriate, especially during stop-and-go driving. If extra performance is needed, the gasoline engine starts instantly and smoothly adds power as required.
2007 Nissan Altima Hybrid is estimated to have a hybrid system net power rating of 198 horsepower (148 kW). EPA fuel economy is estimated at 42 mpg City and 36 mpg Highway. Combined with Altima's standard 20-gallon fuel tank, the Altima Hybrid has a projected driving range of up to 700 miles between fill-ups.
Cutting-Edge Hybrid Technology
2007 Nissan Altima Hybrid utilizes regenerative braking technology to recharge the hybrid system's batteries, meaning Altima Hybrid doesn't have to "plug in" to anything to sustain a sufficient store of electric energy.
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