Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008--2015-2017-2012 | 2008--2015-2017-2012 | 2008--2015-2017-2012 |
Model | Altima | Altima | Altima | Altima | Altima | Altima | Fusion | Fusion | Fusion |
Trim | 2.5 | 2.5 S | 2.5 SL | 3.5 SE | 3.5 SL | Hybrid | S | SE | SEL |
Engines | |||||||||
Transmissions | |||||||||
Drivetrains | |||||||||
Tires | |||||||||
Audio Systems | |||||||||
Accessories | |||||||||
Unlock the car by entering a code on a door-mounted keypad. | |||||||||
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available. | |||||||||
Enter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket. | |||||||||
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob. | |||||||||
Start the car using a button on the keyfob. Interior can be a comfortable temperature as soon as you get in. | |||||||||
Operate the power windows, sunroof, and/or convertible roof using buttons on the keyfob. | |||||||||
Homelink. | |||||||||
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||||||
Rear disc brakes. | |||||||||
If active, automatically move forward when the vehicle is rear-ended. Note: becoming less common. | |||||||||
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars. | |||||||||
Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time. | |||||||||
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes. | |||||||||
Mandatory, in all cars. | |||||||||
Beeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid. | |||||||||
Rearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system. | |||||||||
Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row. | |||||||||
Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning). | |||||||||
Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire. | |||||||||
When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction. | |||||||||
Cargo Management | |||||||||
Usually part of an overhead console. | |||||||||
Climate Control | |||||||||
Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | |||||||||
Temperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | |||||||||
Filters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features. | |||||||||
Vents at aft end of center console, in B-pillars, and/or in ceiling. | |||||||||
Ducts under front seats direct heated air to the second row. | |||||||||
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars. | |||||||||
Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted. | |||||||||
Exterior | |||||||||
Moldings on the bodysides, to protect against door dings in parking lots. | |||||||||
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust. | |||||||||
Flaps mounted behind two to four wheels, to protect the body from mud and rocks. | |||||||||
Can be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler. | |||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
Gas Guzzler Tax | |||||||||
Infotainment | |||||||||
Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car. | |||||||||
Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers. | |||||||||
Includes CD player. | |||||||||
Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files. | |||||||||
Screen-based navigation system. | |||||||||
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply. | |||||||||
Converts text messages to speech. | |||||||||
Information about traffic conditions. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months. | |||||||||
Often permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls. | |||||||||
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system. | |||||||||
Phone or other device operated via the vehicle's voice command system. Requires a compatible device--all aren't supported. | |||||||||
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system. | |||||||||
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||||||
Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | |||||||||
Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights. | |||||||||
Headlights automatically turn off. | |||||||||
We haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it. | |||||||||
Light wide area close in front of the vehicle. | |||||||||
Clears ice and fog from mirrors. | |||||||||
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | |||||||||
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | |||||||||
LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior. | |||||||||
Standard or optional in some hybrid vehicles. Fancy display of power flows, enhanced trip computer information. | |||||||||
Front row reading lights. | |||||||||
Area around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked. | |||||||||
Includes value of manual remote mirrors. | |||||||||
Reports engine speed. | |||||||||
Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats. | |||||||||
Provide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights. | |||||||||
Seats and Interior Trim | |||||||||
All-weather floormats. | |||||||||
Real aluminum trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. Deleted by wood trim even if they appear together. | |||||||||
For carrying long items. Possibly also useful as a work surface. | |||||||||
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat. | |||||||||
Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette. | |||||||||
Manually adjustable lower back support. | |||||||||
Power-adjustable lower back support. | |||||||||
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | |||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||||||
Outer surface of alloy wheels machines to yield a bright finish. Replace and include value of reqular alloy wheels. | |||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Available Features of the 2008 Nissan Altima
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
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6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
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