Our Review 2006 Nissan Altima
Introduction
The 2006 Altima is manufactured in UNITED STATES for Nissan. It is Nissan's entry into the SEDAN 4-DR market. It has a retail price of $23,600 USD in 2006.
Fuel Economy
The 3.5L V6 DOHC 24V engine gets 20 - 21 miles/gallon city and 27 - 29 miles/gallon highway off a 20.00 gallon tank. This is average for its class. Hybrid versions of the Altima are also available.
Pricing
The Altima retails for $23,600 USD with a invoice price of $21,826 USD for the base model with no options. A standard delivery charge of $605 USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Drivetrain
The Altima comes standard with a 5-Speed Automatic Overdrive or 5-Speed Manual Overdrive transmission and is a front-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately 3274 lbs. The Non-ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Disc.
Altima Dimensions
In 2006 the Altima has an overall length of 192.30 inches and a width of 70.40 inches. It sits a total of 57.90 inches off the ground, with a ground clearance of 4.20 inches. Front headroom is 40.80 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the Altima a turning radius of 38.70 inches. It uses 215/55R17 tires with a wheelbase of 110.20 inches.
Specs & Equipment
Standard equipment includes Child Safety Door Locks, Power Door Locks, Vehicle Anti-Theft, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag. While it varies per trim level optional equipment lists ABS Brakes, Electronic Brake Assistance, Traction Control, Front Side Airbag, Side Head Curtain Airbag.
Exterior color choices include Coral Sand Metallic, Majestic Blue Metallic, Mystic Emerald Metallic, Polished Pewter Metallic, Satin White Pearl, Sheer Silver Metallic, Smoke Metallic, Sonoma Sunset Metallic, Super Black with interior choices of Blond Cloth Interior, Blond Leather Interior, Charcoal Cloth Interior, Charcoal Leather Interior, Frost Cloth Interior. The Altima seats 5 people with 43.90 inches front leg room.
Standard Warranty
The standard warranty period is 36 months or 36,000 miles. It also has a 60 month/60,000 mile powertrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer or third-party vendors. It's important to check with your dealer to verify all warranties.
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