2008 Nissan Altima Consumer Reviews Page 2

Most Uncomfortable seats ever

Written by: Mario on 09/28/2009

Vehicle

2008 Nissan Altima 3.5 SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)

Review

I have a 2008 Altima SE V6 and this is by far the most uncomfortable seats I have ever had. I downsized from a 2007 Infiniti M35 those seats were OK. Before I bought the Altima I had read several posts in Edmunds about uncomfortable seats on long drives and I should have listened better. It only takes 5 minutes and my back starts hurting. I do have back problems but this pain is different. It feels like there is no support in some areas especially left side. I have bought padded lumbar cushions but it did not help much. I would invest in custom seats if it would help but if not I am going take loss and get another car but what car in this class has superior comfort?

Favorite Features

V6 CVT Handling Styling far better than Honda Accord or Camry. Keyless entry and proximity sensor. Leg room and passenger space. Large trunk

Suggested Improvements

These seats are beyond bad I might qualify for disability as these seats are killing my back. I have had 2 previous Nissan Maximas and 2007 Infiniti M35 and have had 5 Honda Accords and this is the worst seats by far. It is not that it is uncomfortable it is painful. Common Nissan need better.

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Bad ride & suspension system

Written by: Jerry on 09/21/2009

Vehicle

2008 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 2dr Coupe (2.5L 4cyl CVT)

Review

I am really not happy with the ride of this vehicle, my driving is mostly in the city and the vehicle does not take the pot holes & various bumps that you find in most Cities. On the freeway the ride is very good. I had complained to Nissan Northern Regional in Canada and they referred me my dealership locally and they inspected the suspension system and said nothing was wrong with it that is how it was manufactured, well I sort of expected tho, to no avail! But on the more positive side the car is really a nice car, nice styling and the engine is a little noisy but runs good it is too bad that it's suspension is not adequate to give a more comfortable ride overall.

Favorite Features

Yes, of course; the styling is stunning and alot of people eye ball my flaming red car as I drive by, my ego trip. Very fond of the CVT transmission and the 4 cylinder engine is really peppy get at least 30mpg on freeway but only 16mpg in the city (kind of disappointed with that).

Suggested Improvements

Please (hope Nissan read's this) make improvements on the suspension ride, bigger trunk and do away with some of the blind spots (safety feature)oh I know some will say buy a bigger car or SUV, well I like the (2) dr coupe with- out a sports tuned suspension system.

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Sandra's Altima

Written by: Sandra on 08/28/2009

Vehicle

2008 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)

Review

Before I saw the 2008 Altima, my mind was set on a Camry, but after seeing and reading about the Altima, my mind changed. I had to have an Altima. I look forward to driving it each day. I love the keyless entry, keyless start and the CVT transmission. No digging in my purse for the key!! I have so much fun driving it.The gas mileage is awesome. Bottom line, I love my Altima!

Favorite Features

I love the CVT transmission,no feel gear shifts. I especially love the keyless entry and push button start. I love not having to dig in my purse for the key.

Suggested Improvements

I wish the interior were made of a little sturdier material. It's not really a biggy. Other than that, I love my Altima!

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Pleased at 16k

Written by: slingshot on 08/17/2009

Vehicle

2008 Nissan Altima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)

Review

Bought car 3/08 and now have over 16k. So far no trips back to the dealer. Getting 24mpg in suburban driving and averaging 30-31 highway at 70-75mph. Very happy with gas mileage with all this power. Continental tires have provided smooth quiet ride to go with extremely quiet engine, which compliments a great sound system. Have found seats very comfortable for long drives. Gauges and buttons easy to use/follow. Trunk plenty spacious and nice having fold down split rear seats. Worth having the leather seats (heated - works great) and the other additional options like heated mirrors. Worth it. Debated between the 4 & 6. Worth it to pay for the 6 for the quiet and powerful engine

Favorite Features

Good gas mileage with all that power. You need to pass someone quickly - no problem. Quiet engine. Superb Bose sound system. Problem free. Key Fob nice BUT I'm blowing through batteries in both units every month. I'd buy this car again and recommend it based on my experience.

Suggested Improvements

Key FOB battery life. Better paint/clearcoat quality. Paint chips much easier than any other car I have ever had. Better outside mirrors needed to eliminate large blind area. Dual climate control for passenger side doesn't work very effectively. Rework horn so you don't have to push so dam hard

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Reconsider before buying 6-spd manual

Written by: dont_buy_the_6-speed on 07/26/2009

Vehicle

2008 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6M)

Review

I have owned this car for 10 months and it drove superb when I first purchased it, but the Edmunds.com editor was correct when he says that the 6-speed manual transmission should be avoided. In the winter, the gears began to grind, crunch, pop. I tried a dealer recommended synthetic oil and it helps slightly but even in the summer there is considerable gear grinding. Master clutch cylinder had silent recall; clutch pedal made reverberating "socket-wrench" sound until this was replaced. Nissan consumer affairs lacks technical knowledge and unhelpful and would not offer any suggestions to correct gear-grinding, it seems to be a common problem so please avoid 6-spd and go with the CVT

Favorite Features

Gas mileage close to 28 MPG (lots of stop & go city driving), great style and peppy performance, quiet and smooth ride, very nice sound system with deep bass, smart key feature with key-less ignition and entry is my favorite part of the car and something that I will greatly miss when i trade it in

Suggested Improvements

I can't over emphasize how cautious to be about the 6 speed manual. First few months I had no problems but it is the worst feeling shift I have ever experienced (compared to Honda Accord, Mazda, Toyota). I recommend the car otherwise. I am trading in for a Santa Fe since I no longer enjoy shifting

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Love it!

Written by: Anna on 07/25/2009

Vehicle

2008 Nissan Altima 2.5 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6M)

Review

I've always driven Nissans. My last car was a Maxima, but I fell in love with the look of this Altima. The keyless entry is awesome especially when dealing with small children so you can have an extra hand rather than fumbling around looking for a key. I never thought I'd go from a V6 to a 4 cyl but the ride is real smooth and it still gets pretty good pick up. Haven't had any problems and never did with any Nissan I had. I put some chrome rims and grills on it and get compliments all the time on it. I'm definitely happy inside and out!!

Favorite Features

Keyless Entry, Push Button Start, Can't lock the key in the vehicle or trunk, smooth ride, Very Spacious, Multiple ChildSeat Restraint Hooks

Suggested Improvements

I dont know if it's only me, but my paint chips real easy the minute a rock comes up and hits it.

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Problems

Written by: Mad mad person on 07/24/2009

Vehicle

2008 Nissan Altima 2.5 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6M)

Review

My car 2008, Nissan altima 4 dr put 80k on my car. 2 days ago I was driving my car and it started on fire through my air filter I have never heard of that a car starting on fire through air filter they have my car now been waiting on what happened not happy with car so everyone be aware. They probably will be charging me with the damage to the car oil change every 3000 miles and all parts kept up to date.

Favorite Features

Keyless entry, is awesome love push button trunck.

Suggested Improvements

Find out the problem with air filter and why it started on fire and toasted my car

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Love It!

Written by: Amanda on 07/10/2009

Vehicle

2008 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 2dr Coupe (2.5L 4cyl CVT)

Review

I've had my altima coupe for about a year now. LOVE IT. Haven't had any problems with it. Drives really well,not good in the snow tho,but its also not built to drive in the snow. good sporty car,good or 2 people-4 is pushin it with space.

Favorite Features

sun roof,push start sensored entry,stereo,sleek body,

Suggested Improvements

didnt know it took high test gas-bummer

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Is anyone else having this problem

Written by: Don on 06/22/2009

Vehicle

2008 Nissan Altima 2.5 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6M)

Review

I really do like my 2.5S, but when accelerating from a stop, between 25-45 mph there is a noticeable missing and loss of power. The dealership's service dept. could find nothing wrong with it, and suggested that I had gotten some "bad gas." I upped the octane from 87-89 before they even suggested this. One of the reasons I bought the car was for it's good gas mileage. If I end up having to buy super premium gas for it to run well, I have defeated my purpose. Also, there is little lumbar support in the driver's seat which makes long drives uncomfortable. Otherwise, I really like the car...

Favorite Features

push button drive; can open the trunk without a key; styling; interior room; large trunk; can' lock the key in the car, or trunk.

Suggested Improvements

more lumbar support in driver's seat

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Engine Knock!

Written by: Manny Garcia on 06/05/2009

Vehicle

2008 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)

Review

Purchased the car the summer of 2007 everything was fine until 3000 miles. I noticed a faint knock coming from the engine bay so I took it to the dealer for a check. The service adviser told me that I was using the wrong oil filter, not! Second visit they told me it was a heat shield, not! Finally, I got them to admit the knock is from inside the engine and got some inside info as well. They told me that engine parts are from different vendors so quality varies from part to part? The engine knock was from a piston slap in the block and that most 2.5l suffer from it, right around the first oil change and on. Nissan is aware of the issue but claims that there is no excessive damage so SOL..?

Favorite Features

Gas mileage and Ride. Oh! and it used to be the quietness of the engine!

Suggested Improvements

Manufacture support! Don't rely on Consumer Reports to purchase a vehicle go to Edmunds! (real reviews). No Nissan ever again!

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