2011 Nissan Altima Consumer Discussions

Nissan Altima Lease Questions

• Re: Money factor & residual % [sfowler22]

  Written by: Car_man on Apr 28, 2011 4:40:49 PM

  Sfowler22, Nissan Motor Acceptance Corp.'s current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 39 month lease of a 2011 Altima Sedan 3.5SR with 15,000 miles per year are .00109 and 59%, respectively. The residual value for a lease with only 12,000 miles per year is 2% higher. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

Nissan Altima CVT

• Re: 2011 Altima 3.5 SR.... buy? [tommyt1971]

  Written by: dagem on Apr 11, 2011 9:47:18 PM

  Yes, Nissan says it's easier to replace, than repair. I am beginning to wonder if it's their master plan for when it goes out after warranty, this way you'll be used to just replacing it. I would be hard pressed to recommend a car that tossed it's tranny @ 18k... Just curious is it a 2.5 or a 3.5?

Nissan Altima Prices Paid & Buying Experience

• Very uneducated consumer

  Written by: emsmallish on Apr 10, 2011 7:33:01 AM

  Hi all - I am attempting to negotiate my very first car deal on my own and there is a lot I don't know. I used True Car to negotiate a price on a 2011 Nissan Altima 4dr Sedan I4 CVT 2.5 S with the convenience pkg, convenience plus pkg and the premium audio pkg. The price that True Car came up with was $23,109, which is apparently $1,750 below invoice. ... Read More

Nissan Altima CVT

• Re: 2011 Altima 3.5 SR.... buy? [tripletranny]

  Written by: dagem on Apr 9, 2011 11:49:49 PM

  From Nissan Assist ""Nissan CVT Warranty Extension Nissan has extended the Nissan New Vehicle Limited Warranty for the Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) to 10 years/120,000 miles (whichever occurs first) for CVT transmission repairs, replacement, and related towing on all 2003-2010 model year Nissan vehicles equipped with the CVT. The remainder of the powertrain warranty coverage for components other than the CVT transmission remains unchanged. All other warranty terms, limitations and conditions ... Read More

• Re: 2011 Altima 3.5 SR.... buy? [dagem]

  Written by: tripletranny on Apr 9, 2011 10:42:37 PM

  I had a 2008 Altima 2.5 that I returned when they put the 3rd transmission in. I was able to get a good deal on a '10 last November from same dealer. Thus far, no issues at 10,000k. I think the '10 cvt was a better one than the '07/08 ones, but interesting as I read your message, as I have not heard anything from Nissan to date about extending my ... Read More

• 2011 Altima 3.5 SR.... buy?

  Written by: dagem on Apr 9, 2011 8:08:46 PM

  I've been reading around the Altima forums, the cvt is a hot topic for most of them. Until 2010, Nissan upped the warranty on the cvt to 10 yrs/ 120k, but they aren't doing it on the '11's. Someone posted it was because they changed them for 11, but others say this is not true, anyone here have any info on it? Another poster said about 1 in 7 had cvt ... Read More

Nissan Altima Prices Paid & Buying Experience

• Re: Negotiating Lease Prices on 2011 Altima 2.5SL [spartanz4ever]

  Written by: rick92564 on Apr 2, 2011 7:07:55 PM

  couple of pointers.You are correct in that a purchase may have a rebate(the altima currently is 1250) and the lease may not have any lease cash so the actual price for a lease would be 1250 higher but that is often made up with money factors and residual costs. Nissan through the end of march had programs that some dealers chose to paticipate in and some chose not to. There was ... Read More

• Negotiating Lease Prices on 2011 Altima 2.5SL

  Written by: spartanz4ever on Apr 2, 2011 3:14:24 PM

  This site is great. I have been using it along with true car in my negotiations on a 2011 2.5SL Altima, however, I have a question for you all. I understand the true car prices are based on the 1250 dollar incentive currently offered by Nissan but True Car also notes the the dealer's cost on the website (I assume this is the dealer invoice and not the factory invoice they ... Read More

• Re: 2011 Altima 2.5S special edition [escapev4]

  Written by: usherfu on Mar 29, 2011 9:40:37 PM

  Hi, I got following offer for a Nissan Altima 2.5S with special edition + floor mats+ splash guards. MSRP is 24060, price is 19256, OTD is about 20629. Is this a good price? Thanks

Nissan Altima Hybrid Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2011 Nissan Altima eCVT Hybrid [mdivya]

  Written by: kiraadc on Mar 27, 2011 1:19:54 PM

  I live in Washington DC and bought my new 2008 Altima Hybrid from Quirk Nissan in the Boston area and had a great buying experience there. My story; I was going to buy it in NYC but walked out after feeling abused by a dealer who changed the deal on me in the last part of negotiations, obviously taking advantage of my coming from out of town. I guess he didn't ... Read More

Nissan Altima Engine Failures

• Re: 2002 Altima Question [masterbigrah]

  Written by: yelldog on Mar 27, 2011 7:57:59 AM

  I hate my 2002 Altima. I hit 100K in 2008, the cat went out on the freeway, $1K hit at the dealership. That same year, the engine had to be replaced, another $3K hit. A week after the warranty expired on the 2nd cat, it went out again. Nissan is so sorry, they would not provide me any credit or help me out. I went after market and spent about $600.00. ... Read More

Nissan Altima Hybrid Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• 2011 Nissan Altima eCVT Hybrid

  Written by: mdivya on Mar 27, 2011 6:12:59 AM

  Anyone buy this recently? The $4K rebate ends 3/31/2011. I am thinking of placing an order in the Boston area; any recommendations of a dealer, where you have had good experience? (or any places to avoid).

Nissan Altima Prices Paid & Buying Experience

• Re: 2011 Altima 2.5S sedan [nitika]

  Written by: maxie_maverick on Mar 22, 2011 10:47:14 PM

  Hi Nitika I bought the car from Conicelli Nissan in Conshocken PA. Do not offer them anything more than $20,500 OTD for this car. Read through the discussion and you will know how to negotiate... Even though $21,000 is a good price I have a feeling I paid them $500 more than what I should have... Good luck and feel free to ask questions Maxie

• 2011 Altima 2.5 S fully loaded

  Written by: gianca on Feb 24, 2011 9:44:07 PM

  We bought a 2011 2.5 S (sedan) Premium Audio, Convenience, Convenience Plus, SL Package, Technology Package, splash guards, kick plates, floor mats, fog lights, rear spoiler. MSRP $30,850: $27,307 Purchase Price - $500 Nissan Rebate + $1,675 Sales Tax (TX 6.25%) + $318 Misc. Fees & Taxes = $28,800 OTD Financing 0 % APR 60 months :)

• 2011 Altima 2.5S NJ

  Written by: njcar123 on Feb 21, 2011 8:24:37 AM

  Recent 2011 2.5S (sedan) purchase (convenience, convenience plus, premium audio, splash guards, kick plates, floor mats) MSRP $26,830: $23,066 Purchase Price - $2,000 Trade + $1,475 Sales Tax (NJ 7%) + $309 Misc. Fees & Taxes - $1,750 Nissan Rebate = $21,100 OTD

• 2011 altima rebates february

  Written by: sethubala on Jan 30, 2011 7:50:37 PM

  Anyone know what would be the rebate / incentives for 2011 Nissan altima 2.5S, please let me know that would be helpful. Thanks

• 2011 Nissan Altima SL

  Written by: sethubala on Jan 26, 2011 7:26:41 PM

  I'm getting a quote of 2011 Altima with SL package, Convenience, Convenience PLUS, Bluetooth, Aluminium kick plates, floor mat for 24300 drive out.. is this a good deal ? Please help me how to negotiate if we can get it for lower than this

• Best Price Price and Dealer in San Francisco

  Written by: marysh on Jan 23, 2011 9:03:05 AM

  I want to buy a 2011 Nissan Altima 2.5S with convenience package. I get quote from zag.com for $20,425 before TTL (include $1250 incentive). This is about $2000 below invoice or $3500 below MSRP. Is this a good price for San Francisco area? So far I have not gotten any dealer to offer me this price. What is your experience for getting good price for Nissan Altima in San Francisco and ... Read More

Nissan Altima Lease Questions

• Re: Altima 2.5/2.5s [bajapanty350z]

  Written by: Car_man on Mar 17, 2011 6:01:29 PM

  Hi Rob. Nissan is not currently running any sort of promotion that will let your girlfriend out of her current lease a year early for free. She will have to pay to get out of her deal now one way or another. Nissan Motor Acceptance Corp.'s current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2011 Altima 2.5 with 15,000 miles per year are ... Read More

• Re: Altima 2.5S Lease Payment Question [tinkerbell2011]

  Written by: Car_man on Mar 17, 2011 5:53:58 PM

  Hey tinkerbell2011. Nissan Motor Acceptance Corp.'s current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2011 Altima Sedan 2.5S with 15,000 miles per year are .00103 and 58%, respectively. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

Nissan Altima Prices Paid & Buying Experience

• Lease Rates for March

  Written by: supraturbo320 on Mar 17, 2011 12:41:41 PM

  2011 NISSAN ALTIMA COUPE S CVT 36 month | 15k miles | residual 56% | .00164 base money factor Anyone know the numbers for 24 mos, 15K? Is there any difference on numbers between the 2.5 and 3.5 V6 models? Thanks!

• Re: Loaded 2011 3.5SR [benidorm]

  Written by: jmm5 on Jan 22, 2011 4:36:22 PM

  I did my test drives at a couple of different dealerships and, once I was sure the Altima was the car of choice (had narrowed it down to that and the Sonata turbo), I e-mailed through several outlets (edmunds, nissan.com, truecar) to dealers around the Baltimore/DC area. As it turns out, Browns had the lowest price of the dealers (using Truecar) and they are right by my workplace. The quotes by ... Read More

• Re: 2011 Nissan Altima 2.5S (Conv+Conv Plus+Spl Guards+Flr Mats+Al Kick Plts) [maxie_maverick]

  Written by: jortz on Mar 17, 2011 11:24:46 AM

  hi everyone. i am trying to negotiate with a dealer in central jersey for a 2010 altima with conv/conv+/sl package and premium audio. we started at 26,500k (otd) for a 2011 with those options in black. i got him down to 26,200 after a few calls/emails. after realizing id rather have ocean gray, 2011, i asked for his inventory and he only has 2010s left with those options/color. NOW, i want ... Read More

• Re: 2011 Nissan Altima 2.5S (Conv+Conv Plus+Spl Guards+Flr Mats+Al Kick Plts) [chinga]

  Written by: maxie_maverick on Mar 17, 2011 6:02:28 AM

  Yes, the Nissan Altima I bought has bluetooth. I forgot to mention that in my post sorry. I wanted the rear view monitor as well... but the fool wanted $22500 for it (LOL!!!)..... Maxie

• Re: 2011 Nissan Altima 2.5S (Conv+Conv Plus+Spl Guards+Flr Mats+Al Kick Plts) [maxie_maverick]

  Written by: chinga on Mar 16, 2011 9:41:27 PM

  Maxie, does your car have Bluetooth. I configured your listed options and msrp was $280 less than you stated. Bluetooth got it to the same msrp. I am looking for a very similar car. Thanks for the info.

• Re: 2011 Nissan Altima 2.5S (Conv+Conv Plus+Spl Guards+Flr Mats+Al Kick Plts) [maxie_maverick]

  Written by: skyfan1 on Mar 15, 2011 8:26:00 PM

  I would say you did really well! That is slightly less than I paid for my 2010 Altima last August with all the exact same features. Mine is sand colored with light fabric/walnut (fake) interior.

• Re: 2011 Nissan Altima Base model price [geekdom]

  Written by: avaidya on Jan 15, 2011 7:44:27 AM

  what is state tax portion. i am looking for base model too here NJ

• Price I from Nissan Dealer here in Florida ** Help **

  Written by: jam808 on Jan 13, 2011 12:19:40 PM

  IS this a good deal. 2011 Nissan Altima 2.5 S This car does come with floormats. They're not standard on the car , but nearly every car we order we order with floormats (the customers, like you, demand them, and Nissan won't ship too many cars without them anyway). The price I gave you was net of a 1250 rebate, and is below invoice (we are reimbursed by Nissan so we ... Read More

• 2011 2.5 S sedan (conv, conv plus, prem aud, alloy)

  Written by: carlurker on Mar 13, 2011 4:51:06 AM

  Hello all, I am currently in the market for a new 2011 Altima 2.5 S sedan with convenience, convenience plus, premium audo, and alloy wheels. I am in the middle of visiting showrooms and trying to avoid some questionable tactics employed by sales folk. In fact, last night, I walked out of a negotiation after a sales person "suddenly" discovered that the internet quote he gave me for a specific car ... Read More

• 2011 Nissan Altima 2.5S (Conv+Conv Plus+Spl Guards+Flr Mats+Al Kick Plts)

  Written by: maxie_maverick on Mar 12, 2011 7:18:17 AM

  Bought this car from Conicelli Nissan in Conshocken PA. Made the purchase 03/11/2011 for $21000 OTD. MSRP on the car is $25, 890. Exterior is Super black and interior is Charcoal. I think I got the car for about ~$19,500 excluding the TTL+Doc fee.... What do you guys think? Let me know how I did.... Maxie PS: Looking to buy an extended warranty for cheap.... any help appreciated

2010 Nissan Altima - Cracked Windshield

• Re: 2010 Nissan Altima - Cracked Windshield [jft26]

  Written by: halezz on Mar 7, 2011 6:20:17 AM

  I just had the same problem with my 2011 Altima. The windshield is cracked horizontally from the passenger's side overnight - no impacts on the road. Had the car less than 5 months. Will see if there's any response from the dealer.

Nissan Altima Lease Questions

• Re: Current Money Factor [czcon1]

  Written by: threesixt on Feb 24, 2011 9:07:05 AM

  This is the lease deal I just got in Denver 2011 Nissan Altima 3.5SR Sedan / Premium / Sport / Kick Plates / Floor Mats / Super Black / Blonde - MSRP $30,585 - Negotiated Cap Cost $27,002 - Total Cap Cost Reduction $2300 = $1300 Trade Allowance, $1000 Cash Down - Terms were 39 months, 15,000 miles per year, Money Factor .00097, and Residual Value of $18,351 (60%). - Costs ... Read More

• Re: 2011 Altima 2.5 S Conv + w/BT [va_2nd_nissan]

  Written by: tinkerbell2011 on Feb 18, 2011 7:04:10 AM

  My $217 included 7% sales tax of about $14. I'm a bit ticked off as I just saw on the Nissan website there is a $500 lease bonus rebate from 2/4/11-2/28/11 as well as a $500 holiday bonus rebate for weekend for Indiana. You may want to ask about those as well. I'm contacting my sales guy to see why I didn't get the extra $500 rebate on top of the ... Read More

• Re: 2011 Altima 2.5 S Conv + w/BT [tinkerbell2011]

  Written by: va_2nd_nissan on Feb 17, 2011 5:00:20 PM

  Hi Tinerbell: The sales price pre-rebate was $22,819 (only consumer rebate was the $1500). Fees were 595 acquisition, 398 processing, 63.5 for tags. Tax in my state is about 3% of purchase price, but no tax on payments. I don't understand where TrueCar.com come is getting their Best Prices from though, I remove the incentives when I'm trying to get a price certficate, but maybe they are still putting in these ... Read More

• Re: 2011 Altima 2.5 S Conv + w/BT [va_2nd_nissan]

  Written by: tinkerbell2011 on Feb 17, 2011 2:56:43 PM

  Sounds like you got a heck of a deal! I just purchase same Altima with SE package, mats, splash guards, $0 down, first payment and payments are $219 with 12k/yr, 39 mos, $1,500 loyalty rebate, .00097 money factor & .60 residual. I thought I did well... Just noticed they are running an extra bonus rebate of $500 for Presidents Day sale. Wished I'd waited a couple days. What was your selling ... Read More

• 2011 Altima 2.5 S Conv + w/BT

  Written by: va_2nd_nissan on Feb 17, 2011 8:15:32 AM

  Hi Car_Man. I've been following your posts and information for a while and appreciate all the help you've given me. I just got a 2011 Altima 2.5 S, Convenience Plus, Blue tooth, Aluminum Kickplates and splashguards (MSRP 25,870). I paid tax, tags and fees plus 1st month up front, and my payments are $189 for 39 months, with 15K a year and free service. The dealer took care of my current ... Read More

• Re: 2011 Altima Sedan 3.5 SR [Car_man]

  Written by: jeep097 on Feb 15, 2011 6:22:21 AM

  Thanks, Car_man. I will factor in the extra mileage above 15,000 myself - and understand the benefit of doing so up-front vs. at lease-end. However, will the additional miles change the residual value, and if so, is there a way to calculate that myself? Re: the $1500 loyalty cash incentives to current NMAC lessees - I am not currently with Nissan, so does this apply to my situation? (i.e. - will ... Read More

• Re: 2011 Altima Sedan 3.5 SR [jeep097]

  Written by: Car_man on Feb 14, 2011 4:27:54 PM

  Here's the information that you're looking for jeep097. NMAC's February buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2011 Altima Sedan 3.5 SR with 15,000 miles per year are .00097 and 61%, respectively. The numbers for an otherwise identical 39 month lease are .00097 and 60%. 15,000 miles per year is the highest mileage allowance that NMAC publishes residual values for. If you need ... Read More

• 2011 Altima Sedan 3.5 SR

  Written by: jeep097 on Feb 14, 2011 7:04:10 AM

  Coming out of a 2008 lease on 2/28/11 and looking to secure a new vehicle. I'm considering a 2011 Altima Sedan 3.5 SR. Can you please provide the current money factor and residuals for 36 and 39 mo leases at 20K miles/year? Is Nissan offering any cash incentives, bonuses, etc for Feb 2011? Thanks in advance.

2010 Nissan Altima - Base Model

• Re: 2010 Nissan Altima - Base Model [bongolan]

  Written by: bongolan on Jan 18, 2011 4:44:52 AM

  Traded the nissan - for 2011 hyundai elantra - difference in driving - engine noise and shakes - and basic accesories for the same price as a altima..Is really over whelming I actually fell in love with this car - and love has eluded me for so long :D Its really difficult to say Nissan is a pos company - their cars suck etc..Because I had one car from them and ... Read More

Nissan Altima Lease Questions

• Re: Current Money Factor [czcon1]

  Written by: Car_man on Jan 17, 2011 4:53:44 PM

  Hi czcon1. Here's the information that you're looking for. Nissan Motor Acceptance Corp.'s January buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2011 Altima Sedan 3.5R with 15,000 miles per year are .00137 and 61%, respectively. The numbers for an otherwise identical 48 month lease are .00215 and 48%. As you can tell, the 36 month term is definitely the better deal. Car_man Host ... Read More

Nissan Altima Prices Paid & Buying Experience

• 2011 Nissan Altima Base model price

  Written by: geekdom on Jan 10, 2011 7:26:50 PM

  I am getting Nissan Altima Base Model out the door for 18k. Is this a good price? This price includes the mats, and tinting.

Nissan Altima Lease Questions

• Re: 2011 Nissan Altima 2.5S [tjinva]

  Written by: Car_man on Jan 5, 2011 4:52:52 PM

  Here you go tjinva. Nissan Motor Acceptance Corp.'s current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 39 month lease of a 2011 Altima Sedan 2.5S with 15,000 miles per year are .00137 and 59%, respectively. NMAC has three different sets of residual values for the '11 Altima, the base, S, and SR. The addition of any other options has no impact upon this car's residual values. Nissan is ... Read More

Nissan Altima Prices Paid & Buying Experience

• What I paid for 2011 Nissan Altima 2.5SL

  Written by: flinnja on Jan 5, 2011 11:18:22 AM

  Here's what I paid for my 2011 Nissan Altima 2.5SL, in case it helps anyone. Got it on 1/3/11 at Pedder Nissan in Hemet, California. Overall, buying experience was very good. Although they did "trick" me into getting the trunk organizer (I knew I was being tricked but didn't care since I thought the base price was solid). And they did try to trick me by trying to sneak in the ... Read More

• 2011 Altima 2.5 SL

  Written by: hondamom6 on Jan 3, 2011 9:49:23 AM

  I purchased the 2011 Altima 2.5 SL with these packages and add ons: Premium audio package Convenience package Convenience Plus Package 2.5 SL Package and splash guards floor and trunk mat set aluminun kickplates It also has a moonroof wind deflector which isn't listed on the MSRP sticker. Color is ocean gray with charcoal leather interior. The MSRP was $28370.00 and I got it for $23,999. I already had financing and ... Read More

Nissan Altima CVT

• Re: 2010 Nissan Altima [jam808]

  Written by: smarty666 on Jan 1, 2011 10:11:40 AM

  Since 2008, the Accord has had massive brake and rotor issues. Just check out those threads on edmunds and you'll see. I've also consistently read from Accord owners that the Accord has a tremendous amount of road and wind noise that is heard in the cabin compared to the Altima and Camry. Nissan reduce the engine noise and in cabin noise a bit during the mid life refreshing in 2010. So ... Read More

Nissan Altima Prices Paid & Buying Experience

• Re: 2011 Nissan Altima 2.5SL [devil]

  Written by: tjinva on Dec 30, 2010 8:45:46 AM

  Yes, I should have provided that information as well. The capitalized cost before sales tax, tags and dealer prep was $24,718 which included the rebate that Nissan is offering. The $750 rebate is not available with this lease but the $500 rebate was given to reduce the cost. There were at least a couple of dealers in the DC metro area willing to offer this deal or something close to it. ... Read More

• Re: 2011 Nissan Altima 2.5SL [tjinva]

  Written by: devil on Dec 29, 2010 5:32:39 PM

  Hi, Thanks for the info. Your lease contract should have a negotiated vehicle price before taxes, license and registration fees. Do you mind telling what that price was? Thanks for your help.

• 2011 Nissan Altima 2.5SL

  Written by: tjinva on Dec 29, 2010 2:29:21 PM

  We just picked up the car - a new 2011 Altima 2.5SL - from Northern Virginia MSRP of $30,485 on the vehicle plus all-weather mats for the front and rear thrown in that has a MSRP of $90. 39 month lease/15K miles per year Money Factor: .00153 Residual: 60% Miles on odometer: 37 miles Only front end payment was the first month's lease payment of $273.64 Sales tax, tags and bank ... Read More

Nissan Altima Lease Questions

• 2011 Nissan Altima 2.5S

  Written by: tjinva on Dec 27, 2010 9:19:02 AM

  Please advise as to the current residual and money factor for a 2011 Nissan Altima 2.5S based on a 39 month lease and 45K miles. I am looking at getting one with a MSRP of 30860 - a pretty loaded car incl navi. Does a car with more options affect the residual percentage? Also, I believe that Nissan is currently offering a $750 rebate or alternatively 0% financing if one purchases ... Read More

Nissan Altima Prices Paid & Buying Experience

• RE: 2011 Nissan Altima

  Written by: jasay on Dec 20, 2010 3:17:32 PM

  KellyP98! Thank you so much for referring that car service to me! I picked up my new Altima yesterday and I love it! Couldn't believe how easy that process was, they ended up negotiating $200 below invoice for me and all I had to do was pick it up. Tell your mom thanks too! Highly recommend to everyone looking at buying a new car! www.breakthedealer.com

Nissan Altima Lease Questions

• My Altima drama comes to a happy end....

  Written by: 2010sr on Oct 27, 2010 11:13:36 PM

  So I went car shopping, this time hitting all the dealerships, not just with a loaded Altima in mind. My old Altima 2008 fully loaded with Nav was costing me $415 a month, so I thought, anything cheaper than that is worth looking at. I stopped by an Infinity dealer (which is also Nissan) to my surprise, I found I could get a 2011 G25X all wheel drive for $335 with ... Read More

Nissan Altima Hybrid Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2010 NAH base paid on 10/21/2010 [bigjoe777]

  Written by: qsxd on Oct 27, 2010 5:28:38 PM

  Great deals in east coast! Too bad not many dealers are selling 2010 Altima Hybrid in California. North Bay Nissan is selling 2011 for $20,999. California residents could use this price to negotiate 2010 Altima hybrid for $19000.

Nissan Altima Lease Questions

• Re: 2010 Altima Sedan 3.5 SR [Car_man]

  Written by: 2010sr on Oct 12, 2010 12:28:57 AM

  So a week later and no car. I wrote the post about the 2010 and the 2011 Altima SR. When the 1st dealer couldnt find a fully loaded 2010 SR, in Navy I went to Atlantic Nissan in West Islip NY. They are the worst. I went to them and they wrote up my deal for the same price with $1700 out of pocket, $349/mo for 39 months, but for a ... Read More

Midsize Sedans 2.0

• 2011 Kia Optima

  Written by: dash5 on Sep 3, 2010 12:21:34 PM

  Another first look from Kelly Blue Book: http://www.kbb.com/car-news/all-the-latest/2011-kia-optima-__-first-drive "Look out, Honda Accord; the 2011 Kia Optima is on its way, and after being among the first to drive it we can attest, it means business." "Against formidable competition -- and the Honda Accord, Toyota Camry, Nissan Altima, Chevrolet Malibu and Ford Fusion are certainly formidable competition -- the Optima shines."

• Re: 2011 Altima 2.5s vs 2011 VW Jetta Wagen vs 2011 Ford Fusion SE [huddler]

  Written by: mz6greyghost on Sep 3, 2010 8:01:49 AM

  1. 2011 Jetta Sportswagen S The last one I'd pick if I were in your position. The new model is nice, but VW reliability has been at or near the bottom in surveys for well over the last decade or so, and with good reason. I had experiences with two different VWs that have convinced me never to trust them again. Even if you're still in warranty, the time without a ... Read More

• 2011 Altima 2.5s vs 2011 VW Jetta Wagen vs 2011 Ford Fusion SE

  Written by: huddler on Sep 3, 2010 5:31:56 AM

  I am getting a new company car and must decide between the following 3 vehicles: 1. 2011 Jetta Sportswagen S 2. 2011 Ford Fusion SE 3. 2011 Nissan Altima 2.5S I will keep the vehicle for 3 years or around 75K miles. Which would you choose between these 3 cars? Gas mileage isnt a concern. I do have a wife and 2 kids who will be taking a few trips a ... Read More

Nissan Altima Prices Paid & Buying Experience

• Quote on 3.5SR V6 I just got this morning

  Written by: lkdog on Aug 30, 2010 11:12:45 AM

  Follow up to my earlier post. MSRP $30,195 Invoice $$27,731 Sport, Premium and Mats package. I was quoted $26, 731 this morning. Not bad. Car has 775 miles on it as one of the managers has been driving it. I think they will move a little bit more on it if I want the car. Am now torn between it and a 2011 Camry XLE V6. Altima is more fun to ... Read More

Midsize Sedans 2.0

• Re: 2011 Mazda6 [mlmcgahee]

  Written by: aviboy97 on Aug 7, 2010 7:48:43 AM

  Hey... I thought this was the Nissan Altima forum.... LOL.....we discuss every mid-sizer here!

• Re: 2011 Mazda6 [aviboy97]

  Written by: mlmcgahee on Aug 7, 2010 5:28:15 AM

  Hey... I thought this was the Nissan Altima forum.... :)

Nissan Altima Prices Paid & Buying Experience

• HELP! IS THIS A GOOD DEAL?

  Written by: attache on Aug 2, 2010 11:02:41 AM

  I was quoted the following price from a New Jersey Nissan Dealer: Nissan Altima 2.5S - 4dr sedan dark slate convenience package Total Price of Vehicle: $22,266.00 Sales Tax: $1558.62 Motor Vehicle Tire Fee: ($1.50 per tire) $7.50 Registration/Title Fee: $296.00 Doc. Fee 199.00 Rebate ($500.00) OTD: $23,827.12 I'm thinking with the 2011 Altimas coming out next month that this price could be much better. However the 0% financing and the ... Read More

• Re: Am I nuts? [djjp100]

  Written by: andymb on Jul 27, 2010 9:37:23 PM

  Hahaha!!! What an interesting day you must have had! You are totally not nuts; car dealerships always try to rip people off. They should just sell the car in everyone's best interest. If they sold the car at a good enough price, then they wouldn't have to pay more for keeping cars on the lots, would get more incentives from the car manufacturers, keep customers happy, and most of all have ... Read More

Midsize Sedans 2.0

• Re: 2011 Kia Optima prices [smarty666]

  Written by: m6user on Jun 27, 2010 11:26:04 AM

  It is apples to oranges but I, for one, would cross shop them. I have an Infiniti and love it. If I can dicker and get a comparable equipped G37 for within $4k of Hyundai I would do it all day long. Problem is that when you equip them the same with NAV and all the street price difference is at least $7k and puts it in a different league. However, ... Read More

• Optima/Sonata and the competition

  Written by: dash5 on Jun 27, 2010 4:28:27 AM

  Well since the actual prices seem to be a bit contested, I'll just say this, if a loaded Sonata turbo with NAV is 30k MSRP that's a bargain. If it's 31k that's about even with the competition and if it's 32k it's butting up against losing a "value" status if not outright overpriced. Here's what I'm getting for the competitions V6 loaded vehicles. I didnt include things like headrest DVD players. ... Read More

• Re: 2011 Altima changes [midas69]

  Written by: smarty666 on Jun 23, 2010 6:39:45 AM

  lol!!! yeah my TL is carbon bronze pearl! basically a mix of brown and gray so I basically say either pewter or bronze when people ask me what color it is, :D ! Where they get these names I have no idea? What really is bad, Nissan particularly seems to like to change 3-4 color names EACH model year and it makes it more difficult for the guy who is interested ... Read More

• 2011 Altima changes

  Written by: sanish on Jun 22, 2010 1:35:06 PM

  The 2011 Nissan Altima Sedan is scheduled to go on sale in September 2010. Revisions for 2011 include: New Special Edition Package with auto on/off headlights, leather-wrapped steering wheel, aluminum-alloy wheels, fog lights and rear spoiler (2.5 S CVT) New Alloy Package with 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels (2.5 S CVT) Three new exterior colors: Metallic Slate, Saharan Stone and Brilliant Silver

• Got a "new to me" car!

  Written by: maxamillion85 on May 12, 2010 3:07:18 AM

  Altima is more like 15 or 16 months...but I get your point :) New generation Altimas almost always debut in late August, but considering the Altima is doing about as bad in comparison tests as the current Accord, it wouldn't surprise me if Nissan pulls a "Maxima" and releases the car by June 2011. Maximas usually debut in June/July. If Toyota follows their routine the Camry will be on sale right ... Read More

• Re: Sonata Wins 8 Sedan Comparison [backy]

  Written by: smarty666 on May 11, 2010 12:19:55 PM

  Agreed! I think we could see the 2012 Camry next February or March at the earliest. With the way Nissan has been with the Altima, we would be lucky if we saw it come out in August 2011, but most likely I would say October or November of 2011 we will probably see the 2012 Altima based on what Nissan has done in the past!

• Re: Chevy Volt [carstryke]

  Written by: syitalian25 on Mar 29, 2010 2:24:27 AM

  As for Hyundai enjoy your resale value Is that the only thing the haters are trying to hold over Hyundai to claim it is still a crappy brand? lol :P Marketwatch - "FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Feb 08, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Hyundai's completely redesigned 2011 Sonata that delivers best-in-class fuel economy and 200 horsepower is setting the standard for residual values as well. Right out of the box, the Hyundai ... Read More

• Did my final test drives

  Written by: andyfromva on Mar 4, 2010 10:14:39 AM

  After test driving the 2011 Sonata, the Camry, the Accord, the Altima a few days ago I test drove the Fusion and Malibu today. I wasn't impressed with the Fusion. Technically it seemed pretty good - quiet, comfortable, nice ride, but it was butt ugly, both inside and out. Sorry, Ford. I really liked the Malibu. Very attractive exterior and interior, quiet, good ride, very comfortable. Best of all the doors ... Read More

• Financing Deals Available in Virginia

  Written by: andyfromva on Mar 4, 2010 7:44:08 PM

  Here are the financing deals available in my part of the country during March for the cars I'm interested in (60 month financing). 2.9% 2011 Hyundai Sonata 1.9% Honda Accord, Nissan Altima 0% Toyota Camry, Ford Fusion, Chevy Malibu Naturally the car that interests me the most has the highest interest rate. :(

• Re: If You Had To Buy A Mid-Size Tomorrow, What Would You Buy??? [gooddeal2

  Written by: ctal1234 on Feb 28, 2010 2:07:41 PM

  I was in the market and drove a few cars over the past several weeks. Here's my rundown: 1) Honda Accord EX-L (not "mid-size," but it competes with mid-size cars. It's what I bought. I thought the interior was head and shoulders above the other cars I drove and since that's where I'll be spending my time, that counts twice. The "sea of buttons" the car magazines complain about doesn't bother ... Read More

• Re: If You Had To Buy A Mid-Size Tomorrow, What Would You Buy??? [smarty666]

  Written by: dash5 on Feb 28, 2010 9:57:41 AM

  Right now if I had to pick in this segment, and bear in mind I've only driven a 2010 Honda Accord so far: 1. 2011 Hyundai Sonata. Looks great on paper and I like the styling inside and out, price, reviews, features etc. 2. 2010 Nissan Altima. Another one with great reviews and a proven track record. 3. 2010 Ford Fusion. I like what I see in this car other than ... Read More

• Re: Midsize car for highway driving [andyfromva]

  Written by: plekto on Feb 28, 2010 8:45:30 AM

  I'm trying to decide how many cars to test drive and I want to limit the number as much as possible, maybe to the top 4 or 5. From what I've read the order would be: 1. Camry 2. Malibu 3. 2010 Sonata 4. 2011 Sonata 5. Altima 6. Accord 7. Fusion **** First off, ignore Consumer Reports. Those choices are bad for the soul and make you prematurely age. When ... Read More

• Midsize sedan vrs entry Lux

  Written by: dash5 on Jan 26, 2010 11:36:27 AM

  That's where I'm at now myself. I had been looking in the entry level luxury segment but decided to give the midsize sedan another look. I was really hoping to find that right mix somewhere but nothing has really grabbed me yet. I'd like to spend under 30k. I'd like some power and performance but not at the expense of a nice ride, a quiet ride. In this segment the Honda ... Read More

• Re: Nissan Altima or Chevy Malibu [gtgtcobra]

  Written by: tenpin288 on Dec 30, 2009 9:10:46 AM

  Hyundai does NOT have only 1 car plant in the USA. It also builds the Santa Fe and the Tuscon SUV's here in the USA. Hyundai does have only one plant here for Hyundai models, http://www.hmmausa.com. Only the Santa Fe and Sonata are made here in the USA. The Tucson for the US market is made in Korea at this time. Hyundai does have a plant in Europe that will build ... Read More

• Re: Nissan Altima or Chevy Malibu [kdhspyder]

  Written by: backy on Dec 25, 2009 10:22:06 AM

  The latter is way up but it's gaining all the fleet sales that GM, Ford and Chrysler are walking away from. At 20% of sales, no way Hyundai is picking up all the slack left from the other automakers in the fleet market. That's less than 100k total vehicles a year, just a fraction of the fleet market. When I go to a rental lot, I see about the same proportion ... Read More

• Re: Nissan Altima or Chevy Malibu [m6user]

  Written by: backy on Dec 24, 2009 12:38:30 PM

  Spy photos are out.. looks a little like the Sonata in terms of roofline. http://blogs.insideline.com/straightline/2009/08/spy-photos-2011-kia-optima-gets- -eye-catching-new-design.html

• Re: Nissan Altima or Chevy Malibu [colloquor]

  Written by: backy on Dec 24, 2009 12:03:55 PM

  I think Hyundai is going after a younger demographic with the 2011 Sonata, one in which either children or spry younger adults will be inhabiting the back seat. A demographic that will appreciate more swoopy styling than is typical on a mid-sized family car. That leaves the Azera and Genesis for older, er, more mature, adults.

• Re: Nissan Altima or Chevy Malibu [m6user]

  Written by: colloquor on Dec 24, 2009 9:43:46 AM

  That's publisher or magazine speak for "it's kind of difficult to get out of." If you look at the rear door window of the CC and the 2011 Sonata, they look quite similar. Yes, I think a 4-door coupe is probably the best way to describe both. As I previously mentioned, the CC is a beautiful car, and from photos, the new Sonata looks very nice as well. But, one has ... Read More

• Re: Nissan Altima or Chevy Malibu [backy]

  Written by: gtgtcobra on Dec 23, 2009 9:11:35 PM

  "If you want ugly, try taking: * The grill of the Camry, with the booger hanging out of its nose. * The side of the Sebring (or Avenger, your choice), which always make me think, "These cars were designed in this decade?" * The rear of the Fusion, which IMO looks like something from a Daewoo design studio and not nearly as attractive as the rear of the pre-refresh car. * ... Read More

• Re: Nissan Altima or Chevy Malibu [tlong]

  Written by: backy on Dec 23, 2009 4:56:32 PM

  Other than the grille, the Camry isn't too bad. Looks better with the alloys (as do most cars I guess). I agree the Mazda6 is tops exterior-wise in this bland-looking class of cars... at least until the 2011 Sonata debuts. Funny about the Passat, the old Passat had taillamps that looked like the old Jetta. Must be some kind of family resemblance thing going on. What do you think of the ... Read More

• Re: Two Choices Only [tallman1]

  Written by: deltheking on Dec 23, 2009 8:36:37 AM

  Because if you dont ask you dont get. Many times folks do not knoow about other choices. And if folks want to buy a trouble prone car - we need to inform them about it. Probably they do not know about those problems,they did not try another brand or dont even know other choices exist. Quite a few folks still think Hyundai makes crappy cars like the Excel. That's bcos they ... Read More

• Re: Nissan Altima or Chevy Malibu [alicebettyanna]

  Written by: deltheking on Dec 22, 2009 5:11:37 PM

  Why not the Camry? Much better than Altima or Malibu. Malibu is really unknown . As you keep your car for 10 yrs and also you dont know if GM will live that long. Accord is good too but you rule it out due to your past issues. Even the new 2011 Sonata can be worth a look. My advice-- look at the camry or 2011 Sonata.

• Re: 2011 Hyundai Sonata- Game Changer? [colloquor]

  Written by: backy on Oct 19, 2009 3:01:50 PM

  I don't have to rethink anything... I'm not the one buying the car. I'm not crazy about the Altima myself, but my friend seems to like how it drives. Maybe she'll really like the Fusion when she goes to drive it. Question: are these reports for the CVT on the Altima for all engines, or just the V6? I always wondered if a CVT could handle the kind of power that ... Read More

• Re: 2011 Hyundai Sonata- Game Changer? [backy]

  Written by: colloquor on Oct 19, 2009 2:52:39 PM

  Backy, you may have her possibly re-think the Altima, especially due some of the stories that exist within the Nissan forum regarding the CVT. Nissan's continually improving the transmission, but a number of posts relate to continued problems with the CVT. When it's time for replacement - some have been as early as 50K or less - it's not a rebuild, but a $4K to $5K replacement. No problem during the ... Read More

• 2011 Hyundai Sonata- Game Changer?

  Written by: deltheking on Oct 19, 2009 8:47:37 AM

  Will the 2011 Hyundai Sonata be a game changer?The looks are good and the interior seems very nice and Hyundai`s reliability is massively improving. It definitely is much better than the Fusion/Malibu. And unlike GM it`s going to be in business for a while. Especially the interiors look very good. I like comfy rides and prefer my Lexus/Toyota and cant stand the road noise in the Accord but this Sonata can ... Read More

Long Term Reliability of Nissan Altima

• Re: Nissan has changed... [gooddeal2]

  Written by: waltchan on Dec 18, 2007 11:26:21 AM

  Yes I know the poor rating, but I can really bet for sure that the 2011 Toyota Camry, which will be the last year of this current generation, will be more reliable than the 2011 Nissan Altima. Like I said before, Nissan is done.

Midsize Sedans 2.0

• Re: You need to think Altima [akirby]

  Written by: jd10013 on Apr 30, 2007 12:48:27 PM

  the battery technology is expected to be availble in a year or two. And even though GM has said the batteries are no t ready yet, they were very carfull to say that it wasn't just a concept car. they fully expect to begin production arround 2009 and even named someone to head prduction. something Gm doesn't do untill they've decided the car will be produced. And that not just GM. ... Read More