2002 Nissan Altima Review
- 65,534 milesNo accidents, 3 Owners, Personal use only4cyl AutomaticGreat Deals on Wheels (237 mi away)
- Leather Seats
- Power Driver Seat
- Alarm
- Trip Computer
- Rear Bench Seats
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Located in Michigan City, IN
2002 NISSAN ALTIMA 2.5 SL 4dr Sedan...........ONLY 65,534 MILES, CLEAN !! 20 CITY 27 HWY. ***FINANCING AVAILABLE CONTACT TERRY @ 2**-8**-4*** OR AP...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
23 Combined MPG (20 City/27 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1N4AL11D42C140725
Stock: 11494
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 04-29-2023 - Not providedNo accidents, 2 Owners, Personal use4cyl AutomaticCar Connexion (289 mi away)
- Leather Seats
- Power Driver Seat
- Alarm
- Trip Computer
- Rear Bench Seats
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Located in Knoxville, TN
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
23 Combined MPG (20 City/27 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1N4AL11D82C260799
Stock: 10972
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 03-18-2024 - 196,972 milesNo accidents, 8 Owners, Personal use only6cyl AutomaticNorthside Auto Sales (301 mi away)
- Power Driver Seat
- Alarm
- Trip Computer
- Rear Bench Seats
- Fold Flat Rear Seats
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Located in Manassas, VA
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
19 Combined MPG (17 City/24 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1N4BL11D22C223476
Stock: 17467
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 03-29-2024 - 78,706 milesNo accidents, 4 Owners, Personal use only4cyl AutomaticEmperial Motorsports Corp (334 mi away)
- Rear Bench Seats
- Fold Flat Rear Seats
- Audio and cruise con...
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Located in Richmond, VA
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
23 Combined MPG (20 City/27 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1N4AL11E52C142881
Stock: 142881
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 12-17-2023 - 208,122 miles1 Accident, 3 Owners, Personal use4cyl AutomaticCjc Auto Broker (426 mi away)
- Rear Bench Seats
- Fold Flat Rear Seats
- Audio and cruise con...
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Located in Marietta, GA
Vehicle runs well, must test drive, available satellite radio, drives great
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
23 Combined MPG (20 City/27 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1N4AL11D22C706378
Stock: 706378
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 02-28-2024 - 210,060 miles1 Accident, 4 Owners, Personal use only4cyl AutomaticInvictus Automotive (788 mi away)
- Rear Bench Seats
- Fold Flat Rear Seats
- Audio and cruise con...
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Located in Longwood, FL
CASH PRICE LISTED!!
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
23 Combined MPG (20 City/27 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1N4AL11E72C253741
Stock: 1581
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 04-25-2023 - 210,000 milesNo accidents, 4 Owners, Personal use only4cyl ManualSteeco Motors (834 mi away)
- Rear Bench Seats
- Fold Flat Rear Seats
- Audio and cruise con...
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Located in Tampa, FL
Automatic transmission. Cold AC. Clean title. Clean body. Clean interior. No known issues. Runs and drives good. 80 vehicles in stock under $4000...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
23 Combined MPG (20 City/27 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1N4AL11D42C114206
Stock: 08082301
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 08-09-2023 - 205,710 milesNo accidents, 3 Owners, Personal use only4cyl AutomaticCentral Buick GMC (834 mi away)
- Leather Seats
- Power Driver Seat
- Alarm
- Trip Computer
- Rear Bench Seats
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Located in Winter Haven, FL
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
23 Combined MPG (20 City/27 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1N4AL11D32C703490
Stock: 244505E
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 04-09-2024 - 43,931 milesNo accidents, 1 Owner, Personal use only4cyl ManualHarbor City Auto Sales (835 mi away)
- Rear Bench Seats
- Fold Flat Rear Seats
- Audio and cruise con...
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Located in Melbourne, FL
WOW ! ! ONE OWNER ALTIMA WITH ONLY 43K ORIGINAL MILES ! ! CLEAN CARFAX ! ! 4 BRAND NEW TIRES ! ! 5 SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION ! ! 29 MPG GAS SAVER !...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
23 Combined MPG (20 City/27 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1N4AL11D72C170141
Stock: 122324
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Edmunds' Expert Review
Pros
- Sports car power in a midsize sedan body, high level of features, distinct new shape.
Cons
- All-new design could mean first-year teething problems and dealer mark-up.
What’s new
The all-new third-generation 2002 Altima represents a total revision and rethinking of Nissan's midsize sedan -- it brings a level of design and performance that currently does not exist in its class. With a choice of a 240-horsepower, 3.5-liter V6 or 175-horsepower, 2.5-liter four-cylinder and an all-new four-wheel independent suspension, the Altima offers spirit with state-of-the-art technology. An aggressive new exterior design with increases in all major dimensions and a driver-oriented interior with myriad convenience and luxury features set the Altima apart in the highly competitive sedan marketplace.
Edmunds says
Revolutionary comes to mind, and that's a word not often applied to midsize family sedans.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2002 Nissan Altima 2.5 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 5M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.52 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.
Vehicle overview
After years of slugging it out (and ending up on the canvas) with the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry, Nissan's Altima is ready for a rematch. A "training" program for 2002 has resulted in a bigger, stronger and more attractive Altima, and Nissan is confident that its middleweight is ready to take on the best in its class.
Four models will be offered: the base 2.5, 2.5 S, 2.5 SL and 3.5 SE. As with the naming of most German cars, the Altima's numeric nomenclature refers to the engine size in liters. Thus, the 2.5s are powered by a 2.5-liter inline four-cylinder engine, while the 3.5 SE has a 3.5-liter V6. Both engines are potent -- the four-cylinder engine puts out 175 horsepower and 181 pound-feet of torque while the V6 cranks out 240 horses and 246 lb-ft of twist. As of this writing, the Altima's underhood muscle crushes the competition, whose fours top out at around 150 horsepower and whose sixes develop around 200 ponies. The new engines are environmentally sound, as well; the inline four qualifies as an Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (ULEV), and the V6 rates as a Low Emission Vehicle (LEV). Transmission choices for either engine are a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic.
The new Altima has been increased in virtually every dimension, leading to more interior room for occupants. Borrowing an idea from Audi with its different "Atmosphere" interior schemes, the Altima is available with three distinct choices for interior decor. Charcoal, Blond or Frost cabin colors are accented by simulated wood or faux titanium accents on the dash and door panels.
The dashboard features a sporty three-pod instrument layout and an uncluttered center stack with the stereo placed high to provide easy access. Thoughtful and uncommon features in this class include a tilt and telescopic steering wheel, a power point inside the center console (ideal for charging a cell phone) and, on higher-end models, steering wheel-mounted controls for the stereo and a trip computer. Feature highlights include leather seating, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, HomeLink universal transmitter, an in-dash six-disc CD changer, high-intensity discharge (HID) headlights, a power sunroof and a Cold package that comes with heated seats and outside mirrors.
In terms of safety, the Altima offers the latest technology in occupant protection: side-impact curtain airbags. These roof-mounted bags provide protection for rear-seat occupants as well as those riding in front and are combined in a package that includes front seat side-impact bags. Other peace-of-mind features include dual-stage front airbags, optional traction control (for automatic V6 models), optional antilock brakes that incorporate state-of-the-art technology and child-seat anchors.
Nissan engineers also gave the suspension a serious overhaul. The all-independent design uses aluminum components to save weight, and the rear suspension is a multilink arrangement borrowed from the Skyline, Nissan's home-market supercar. Big rubber is standard on all Altimas: Four-cylinder models wear 205/65R16 treads, while the V6 version gets 215/55R17s on alloy wheels.
In nearly every aspect -- power, features, handling and styling -- the 2002 Altima is a drastic improvement over the previous model. If you're looking to purchase a fun-to-drive family sedan with enough toys to make the neighbors jealous, the new Altima deserves serious attention.
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2002 Altima Highlights
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $16,649 |
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Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 23 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $190/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 15.6 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
Safety
- Alarm
NHTSA Overall Rating
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver4 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriver3 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRollover4 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalGood
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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