"Altima has always been a leader in class when it comes to driving excitement and the new platform, suspension and powerful engines enhance the experience even more," said Bosley. "The Altima Hybrid makes no compromises when it comes to all the great Altima attributes - especially performance."

Serving as the foundation for the fourth generation 2007 Altima is Nissan's all-new "D" platform with improved body rigidity and a redesigned suspension. The new platform includes a subframe-mounted front suspension with new geometry and shock absorbers with rebound springs. The half-shafts now have equal angles and are more parallel to the ground - virtually eliminating traditional front-wheel drive torque steer.

2007 Altima Hybrid's new body design is a continuation of its distinctive, iconic, sporty design. The exterior features an aggressive stance, a strong wedge character line and signature Altima-style taillights. Inside, 2007 Altima Hybrid utilizes refined workmanship, high-quality materials and a long list of available amenities. The Altima Hybrid shares exterior and interior designs with the other 2007 Altima models - with the exception of unique Hybrid badging and hybrid power/charge display in the driver information display.

The Hybrid model also shares Altima's extensive list of standard safety features, including dual-stage front air bags, front seat side-impact supplemental air bags for chest protection, roof-mounted curtain side-impact air bags for front and rear outboard occupant head protection and front seat Active Head Restraints.



One Well-Equipped Model

2007 Altima Hybrid is offered in one model, the Altima Hybrid, and with several optional equipment packages.

Standard equipment includes the 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine and hybrid electric components, Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC), Traction Control System (TCS), eCVT transmission, 4-wheel power-assisted disc brakes with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), electric power rack-and-pinion steering, 4-wheel independent suspension and 16-inch aluminum-alloy wheels. Comfort and convenience features include standard Intelligent Key with Push Button Ignition and a dual-zone automatic temperature control that includes an Altima Hybrid-specific electrically powered A/C that continues to provide cooling when the gasoline engine is stopped.

The Altima Hybrid also joins other Altima models with an impressive list of available convenience features, including leather-appointed seating, Bluetooth Hands-Free Phone System, RearView Monitor, satellite radio and Nissan's Advanced Navigation System with real-time Energy Flow Display.

2007 Altima Hybrid will be assembled at the Nissan North America Manufacturing Smyrna, Tennessee plant.

"2007 Altima Hybrid is another example of Nissan's ongoing philosophy that passion for driving and passion for the environment are not mutually exclusive," said Bosley. "Whether it involves our wide application of efficient CVTs, our expanded availability of flexible fuel vehicles, or our ongoing research and development of fuel cell vehicles, Nissan believes that the more transparent "green technology" is, the more drivers will embrace it.

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