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3 out of 5 stars

Dangerous in snow and rain

Manu, 12/23/2008
2006 Nissan Altima 3.5 SE-R 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 5 people found this review helpful

I own 06 Altima and drove 15000 miles. This vehicle is too dangerous to drive in snow and icy conditions.My car is came with out an ABS. I do not know how much improvement you get with ABS. Car slips crazy even at low levels of snow and icy. I am trying get rid off this car for my safety. In dry conditions the car is ok.

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5 out of 5 stars

great car

mike, 08/11/2016
2006 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 6 people found this review helpful

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4 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars
Performance
5 out of 5 stars
Interior
5 out of 5 stars
Comfort
5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
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4.75 out of 5 stars

Great car!

smgon99, 04/14/2006
2006 Nissan Altima 3.5 SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

I went from an older Maxima to the Altima. I realized quickly how much car I was getting for the price. The drive is smooth and fun. The interior is super comfortable. I do have two complaints, however: The drive is loud, especially with the larger engine. In addition, I have already managed to lock myself out of the car twice! The interior lock is right above the door handle and very easy to accidently push while opening the door. Otherwise, I would recommend this car to anyone!

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Fantastic Performer/4dr combination

Davetek, 03/26/2010
2006 Nissan Altima 3.5 SE-R 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

Car has been absolutely reliable so far, and I've about 80K on the odometer. The VQ powerplant never disappoints; there is ample torque everywhere so shifting is minimal. The handling is fantastic, turn in is very sharp and mid-corner is almost neutral with slight understeer. Brakes are equally good, minal nose dive and sports car stopping distances. On the highway I usually average better than 30mpg, with 23-25mpg in the city. The 6spd manual is "stik-stik" perfect, but the throws are a little long. Pedals are placed nicely for heal toe downshifts. Performs reasonably well in the snow too, obviously winter tires are recommended.

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5 out of 5 stars

Well-Built, Dependable Altima

Steven, 07/27/2008
2006 Nissan Altima 3.5 SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

Replaced a '93 Maxima w/'06 Altima, and would do it again. Only problem was replacing a leaking steering oil pump, under warranty, n/c. Otherwise, just standard oil changes after 2+ years of ownership. On one long-range trip, got 27.75mpg w/continuous ac use. This car is well-built, stylish and inexpensive to maintain. Plenty of power w/6 cyl. Only real criticism: ease w/which the rear bumper can show scratches, scuffs -- just be careful! Good visibility all around. This is a great mid-size, mid-priced sedan.

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