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Will buy another
Anita, 07/23/2009
2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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This car is amazing! PLENTY of power considering it is a 4 cyl. when I test drove it I thought it was a 6!!!! Inside is comfortable with lots of room for my 6 ft husband to drive and sit. Back seat is giant. I will buy another when I am ready and usually that is a year but I want to keep this one for years to come. My friend is going to buy one this weekend!!!
Overhyped Car - Too Much Noise/Vibration
Jason, 07/21/2009
2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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I was in the market for a new car and after reading reviews and test driving a lot of cars, the Nissan Altima was my eventual choice. First the good - great power for a 4-cyl and great gas mileage. Interior is plain but functional. Very stylish. But now the bad. After 1 week of driving - A LOT of vibrations in the floor and pedals from the road. It is to the point now that my feet physically hurt if I operate the car for more than 20 minutes. According to 2 different Nissan mechanics, this is "perfectly normal" and "why the car is so cheap." I don't consider $24K to be cheap and I certainly don't expect any car to operate like this one. This purchase is a regrettable one for sure.
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Go With Six Cyl
4isnotenuff, 08/05/2009
2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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I got the SL package on my 2.5S and am only mildly content with the performance vs. options compromise I chose. Having only owned previous 8 cyl. cars (Last was a Continental), the change to 4cyl has been an adjustment to say the least. Ride is great, styling and value are better than Accd/Camry/Mazda6. Power is acceptable; but, wish I got the 6cyl. Still think the mileage for either is great.
Awesome car over all - love it
Superguy, 08/06/2009
2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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I got the 2.5SL with the nav package. I'm very happy with the car. I love the CVT - very responsive and smoother than the 07 loaner the dealer gave me while waiting for my car. Car is fun to drive, and has a surprising amount of power for a 4 cyl - made me forget about not being able to get the V6. I average about 27-29 mpg in suburban traffic. It stinks that stability and traction control are only available in the V6 cyl. My other big gripe is the radio that comes with the nav package. Could be MUCH better. Sounds good though Overall, this is the best car I've bought to date. I enjoy driving it and it has a smooth and quiet ride. Engine can be a little noisy when revved though.
Ya gotta drive this one !!!!!
Rob, 08/02/2009
2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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This is my first foreign vehicle. I have been a " Ford Guy " since I started to drive 32 years ago. I tried Honda, Toyota and Nissan is my choice. This car is fun to drive and the gas mileage is unreal. I get on average 31 mpg. I am 6'3" and I have plenty of head and leg room. There is also plenty of room for 3 average adults in the back seat also. No need for the 6 cyl for power, just take the 4 cyl first and give it a try. Much better gas mileage also.
Just Purchased -- Great So Far
traffic_doc, 08/24/2009
2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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Just purchased this vehicle a week ago using the clunker incentive. I purchased the Altima 2.5S with all the options except for the Navi. So far I have driven it ~900 miles. Ride, handling, acceleration, etc are all excellent. I couldn't be happier.
Stay Away
unhappy in maryland, 08/22/2009
2009 Nissan Altima 3.5 SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
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Had the car for two months and water has entered on the drivers side. Although the dealer is attempting to determine the cause and will fix under the warranty, I now worry whether there has been any damage to the wiring or computer systems most critical to this vehicle, as the water has entered up under the dash. Particularly, the keyless starting system and the possible rust to the floor boards due to the amount of water that has been deposited since I do not know how much water has entered the car. I am retired and have not driven much and there have been at least 4 heavy rains.
Zip Down the Highway in Style & Comfort
Chris T, 08/28/2009
2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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I love the styling and comfort of my 2.5S and am glad I made the choice to buy a Nissan product this time around. It has a lot of zip and a sporty look for a 4 door sedan. I've always owned 2 door coupes, but this 4 door car has won me over.
Pretty Good
Richard Seibert, 08/25/2009
2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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Car has smooth ride and decent handling. Handling could be improved with better OE tires. Very pleased with MPG so far. Lease deal was terrific, and that is what swayed me, although I do like the styling and interior design. Intelligent key is great--no fishing for the remote.
Fun to Drive
geibelkj, 09/09/2009
2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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This is a fun car to drive. Traded in a 2009 accord EX-L for an end of year 09 Altima 2.5 SL. The Altima is a great car. has excellent pickup with the CVT. Smooth and quiet. Fuel economy is good, just took a 4 hour road trip, saw a little over 30 mpg.
Very happy Altima owner
tonygio, 09/11/2009
2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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I looked at the Accord and the Camry to measure up against the Altima. I believe all three of those cars are comparable. The main selling point to go with the Altima was the look of the car. I have received many compliments on the car that I do not believe I would receive had I bought either of the other two cars. Aside from the looks, this car has been fantastic. The fuel economy has been amazing, do not believe any review that tells you otherwise. The handling and the comfort of the Altima has met and exceeded our expectations. Nissan has done a fantastic job with this car and we couldn't be happier with a purchase. Kudos Nissan, great job! You have earned a long time customer.
Car with lots to offer
gmo7092.5S, 09/18/2009
2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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Car is great. Looks really good. Like it in Silver the best. Handles pretty well. Lots of packages ..conv, conv plus and connection package. Looking forward to better reliability than I had with my Olds Alero v6. That was a fun car to drive, but too many issues with the head gasket leaking! Now I have a 4cylinder, but I am liking it. Coupe should have lights/design that sedan has! Love radio but does need quicker way to get from low #'d station to higher without having to hold down seek and wait. Also, brakes are a bit touchy. Steering seems to not want to center for some reason. Wind noise is really loud with windows down on faster drive..super loud. Key fab buttons look alike
LOVE MY ALTIMA
Pam, 09/22/2009
2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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I purchased this vehicle a couple of weeks ago and absolutely love it. I have the 2.5SL with every option except Navi. It is extremely comfortable and fun to drive. My first tank of gas I averaged 26 mpg and that is local driving. This is my 5th new car in 4 years and I finally found one I will keep!!!! I test drove the Optima, Accord, Sonata, Camry, several Crossovers, this won hands down. I would recommend this car very highly. The sales people and finance people at Mitchell Nissan on Enterprise AL are the best.
The best car
dede, 10/08/2009
2009 Nissan Altima 3.5 SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
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I love my new Nissan. I purchased the Nissan Altima 3.5Se with the premium package. The car is super fast. The pickup is amazing. The seats are comfortable. The backseat is huge. Enough room for 3 adult size kids. The car is quiet. The controls are easy to handle. The gas mileage could be better. The car still rides like a dream and worth the extra in premium gas.
Hesitation on Acceleration
Gary Nadeau, 10/13/2009
2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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When accelerating the car hesitates significantly. This happens primarily in going from slower to faster speeds and around 2000rpm. Then when you give it a touch more gas, it takes off. It borders on being dangerous. I'm currently trying to get Nissan to recognize that there is an issue. I feel like I'm getting the run around.
very comfortable
Jerter, 10/22/2009
2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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Love this car. Owned two crv before and really love them too. But loved the exterior look of the altima, love the CVT, Boise system, quietness while driving. Traded in a Chrysler as a clunker, got a great new carLove this car. Owned two crv before and really love them too. But loved the exterior look of the altima, love the CVT, Boise system, quietness while driving. Traded in a Chrysler as a clunker, got a great new car
Poor performance
kim, 11/02/2009
2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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Having problems with the CVT trans. Hesitates upon acceleration. Took it to the shop and said that is normal. Car is getting used to your driving. Tries to anticipate what you are going to do. Now I am having problems with the windows opening on their own only the 2 front ones. Has done it 3 times since I bought in June. Dealer cannot find anything wrong. Just have to live with it. NOT ACCEPTABLE!!!! But Nissan will fix it if the inside gets ruined by rain. I am not pleased. Sure they will argue that I left the windows down. At this point I will NEVER buy another Nissan. Very unhappy after all of the great reviews.
Expensive Rattle Trap
Big Mistake, 11/15/2009
2009 Nissan Altima 3.5 SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
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If you want to pay top dollar for a car that sounds like it is falling apart almost as soon as you drive it off of the lot then, by all means, buy a Nissan Altima. Dealing with Nissan's inept and rude service network is a free bonus. Otherwise you're much better off buying a Honda or a Toyota. The Altima is a really nice car that is hampered by bad engineering and shoddy workmanship. Purchased 7/09 and I've had to take it in for warranty service way too many times for a car that has only 7500 miles. The car's misc. annoying problems are too numerous to list here.
Fantastic Travel Car
Don Douglas, 11/16/2009
2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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We wanted a vehicle which offered comfort first and economy second for our retirement travels. Our 2009 Altima has exceeded expectations. It is as comfortable on the open road as our 2003 Tahoe and gets 32 mpg at and 5 mph above speed limits with AC on. Also pleasantly surprised with 29 mph around town. Has sufficient power to climb I70 from Denver into the Rockies with ease. Bought the Altima after extensive comparisons to the Camry, Accord and Hyundai Sonata. Altima won for riding comfort and power in the 4- cylinder group. Cannot be more pleased with our selection and would recommend this car to anyone.
ALTIMA 3.5 SE SEDAN
Brandon, 11/21/2009
2009 Nissan Altima 3.5 SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
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Car is a blast to drive. The 3.5 mated to the CVT tranny is fantastic. The combination gives immediate throttle response and will push you back in the drivers seat. The handling is great also. Very sure- footed around corners and on the freeway. Steering is tight and responsive. Quality touch and feel to the interior. Well built and stylish. Alternator had a problem (important to note that the car still started and drove fine) and was grounding out on the frame somehow only six weeks after purchase (This is my fourth Nissan and all have been very reliable). Dealer fixed without question and back on the road enjoying car the next day. Drives and feels like a $45K car
Average
kurtski, 11/29/2009
2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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CVT not as expected as it downshifts too often. Windshield is always fogging up. Electrical issues as airbag and tire pressure light go on and off.
Good
suhail, 12/06/2009
2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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2009 Nissan Altima is a fun ride You get a lot for the price
Update
phillygm, 12/17/2009
2009 Nissan Altima 3.5 SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
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I've got about 10000 on the clock now. Car still drives like a champ. Mileage pretty much the same as when purchased, @ 20-22mpg combined 20 miles roundtrip daily depending on foot. Noise in engine compartment is ABS automatic and occurs on all Lexus and Nissan V6's, some more audible than others. Sadly, the rattle in the back was never solved after repeated trips. Strangely, it goes away when a passenger sits on side of the back seat, may try and lcoate rattle myself at some point. No major disappointments yet.
Great Looking car-good in snow
Jersey Driver, 12/23/2009
2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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I currently have about 2k miles on the car. The Car handles excellent on the highway and in the city. It took a little while to get used to the brakes and the acceleration of the CVT. I recently drove in the snow storm of 2009. I had no problem keeping up with the snow plows. Handles great in rain, snow and icy roads.
Fun, stylish, but a few issues
GM, 12/26/2009
2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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Car looks good and is fun to drive around. Had to get a recall taken care of before first oil change! Manual shifting can be fun. CVT seems smoother after first oil change. CVT seemed to be revving high sometimes. Heater takes too much time to shoot hot air out. Blows cold air and the auto feature stays on lowest fan setting until the heat kicks in. Also it always blows at your feet when on auto and the A/C is always on with auto. There is a leak with back tail light. Nissan ordered the part and it took a while to come in.
Best made sedan built in Mississippi
Rusty Wolsleger, 01/10/2010
2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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No issues at all, great on MPG, Nashville to Jackson on a tank of gas! Comfort is great, compared to a old mans Camry, this is the car with style and reliability!
New Surprise
G Peterson, 02/08/2010
2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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I own a 2003 Nissan Pathfinder that now has 125,000 miles. It is my baby that I love but since moving to SC from NJ I wanted a car with good mileage for our travels. While only owning the car for a few months I find it fun to drive, mileage is good and I love the way it handles. It is almost like a sports car. In two weeks it will be taken on a drive to Florida and I can't wait to get it on 95 where I can really see the mileage it gets. For a 4 cylinder its has great pick-up.
Push Start/Stop
Chasler, 03/24/2010
2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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I drive a lot of freeway miles. This car is got the perfect balance of power, acceleration, comfort and fuel economy. CVT transmission works like a dream. Get 29.4 average mpg: 80% freeway cruising at 72mph; 20% varied driving about town. Negatives: 1) Tail pipe smells in the cabin initially. Whatever it was seemed to burn itself out after the first 8,000 miles. 2) Push Start/Stop button works great except...frustrated with the stop button instantly killing the sound system along with engine. Sound like a minor quibble but when I get to my destination sometimes I want to hear the rest of the song or talk radio topic without having to continue running the engine.
My recent purchase
pjrias, 04/11/2010
2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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My 2009 Altima 2.5 SL was purchased in early March of 2010. It was a Clearance purchase, and was purchased new. So far I would have to say it was my best purchase in 30 years of buying new cars. Took it on a 200 mile all Highway drive to Montauk Point on long Island and averaged 36 mpg at a average speed of 65. The ride was comfortable and quite. The Radio was excellent. And the power was more than sufficient. I'm in love with this car to say the least!
Nice Altima
heartbreaker, 04/12/2010
2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
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Bought this vehicle about 6 mos ago. Drive is smooth and has Great pick up speed! The comfort is great as well as the gas mileage. Just a great car for the price. However, there seems to be a knocking noise every time I start the car and take off--took it in and they say it is the brakes and or airbags. Hmmm is pretty loud, sounds like something is stuck. There sometimes is a noise coming from the back, not sure what it is. Over all the car is a good car. No other problems.
Very Satisfied
TinMan, 04/09/2010
2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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I look forward to driving my Altima because of its feel, exterior looks, instrument display, and gas mileage. I drove a Honda Prelude si for 23 years, and planned to get another Honda or try a Hyundai Azera or Camry, but checked out the Altima and really liked it. This car has acceleration power (it's a rocket). I'm not one to race, but occasionally at a light on the freeway I drive back and forth to work on someone in the lane next to me gives me that look of "Let's do it." I have not lost yet, and I'm not really mashing the pedal to the the metal.
Noisy below 50 degree
nickwu, 04/29/2010
2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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It is the worst car I ever bought!. If below 50 degree, start the car and it will sound like motorcycle and no power. I have to drive it for 3-4 minutes than it quite down. Nissan says it designed like that and meet the specification. My 2004 150K mile Toyota is better than this car. Service is absolute the worst too, they told me to install a remote starter to warm the car so it would be less noisy. But Nissan USA told me it was wrong, and won't fix the noise issue, you need to drive it to make the lube "go through every places" . I lost $400 right their! They stated all Altima car like that. Battery died 4 month later. Already did three warranty services and two recalls. Last Nissan!
Fun but Laggy
K Douglas, 05/13/2010
2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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Bought the Car Aug. 2009. noticed the CVT did not accelerate when making turns. It lags and can be scary if you need the power and it's not there. I've read the other reviews and noticed that Nissan says it's designed that way. When you step on the gas pedal you expect it to go, not with the Nissan Altima.
Just what I wanted
Dianaraven, 07/22/2010
2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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I gave up my hand-me-down 1996 Maxima and bought a 2009 Altima, with the leather and Bluetooth. It handles amazingly well and is very comfortable. I look forward to driving it every day. The CVT is smooth and the engine has a lot of power compared to some other 4cyl cars. The keyless entry and push button start is great for those women who have to usually dig for their keys. The interior is spacious and well organized. I love this car and am so glad I purchased it.
2009 Altima 2.5L SL
Bugeye, 08/03/2010
2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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This is the 5th Nissan (3 Sentras, 2 Altimas)that I have purchased. The 2009 Altima is a fun car to drive that looks great. Interior is roomy with plenty of leg room for 4 adults. Seats are comfortable. Standard sound system is adequate for an adult. The 2.5L performance is ok for the daily commute. Fuel mileage is great averaging 30 mpg driving 65 mph. CVT takes some getting used to but is generally smooth. Ride, braking, and handling are very good. As for value, you get a lot car for the price. Only complaint: It took me a while to figure out that carrying my remote in my pocket could accidently open the front windows. It would be nice to be able to disable this feature on the remote.
Hesitant Transmissiion Problems
Ken Mader, 08/13/2010
2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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Have problems with acceleration. The drive is not smooth and there is hesitation when first giving gas of about 3-4 seconds before it gives me power. Nissan says that this is normal and that there is nothing wrong with the car. Nissan is aware of the problem because others have complained of the same problem, but Nissan is not willing to fix the problem or make the consumer happy. Shame on Nissan!
Brakes, nuff said
dannyry, 06/18/2012
2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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I'm going on my 3rd set of brakes in 2 years. Front brakes I should say. I've owned various cars through my life, drive mostly highway miles, and regularly check my brake fluid. I can't say I recommend this or the refresh model based on this. It's getting a little costly to say the least. I've owned a prior altima to this and had no issues, and drove in the city at the time. If you search it, it's a common problem which has not been issued a recall, so I guess it's not as known or common as it needs to be for a recall. I can without a doubt say this is my last altima, and I will always wait 2-3 years after the refresh and do proper diligence prior to buying a car.
Best of all the rest!
Nissan Altima 2.5s, 09/12/2010
2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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Have been driving it for 17 months. I love the comfort. I get 31 miles per gallon combined city, highway. Best car I have ever owned and no problems with it so far.
Fun New Ride
Nissan 2009 Owner, 11/23/2008
2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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Owned the car for about a month now. Overall it is a good experience. Very smooth ride because of the CVT. Nice interior and exterior design. Fuel economy is good. Average mpg is about 25-27 mpg 60% city/40% highway driving. The only complaint is the engine noise when you hit the gas. But that didn't bother me too much.
Budget $500/year for repairs!
A, 06/08/2018
2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
0 of 2 people found this review helpful
This car was just ok. There was nothing outstanding about it. At 50k miles I had to replace a wheel bearing and some kind of brake sensor ($1200). And at 86k miles two more wheel bearings ($800). I finally traded it at 125k miles before having to replace the catalytic converter (approx $2000). I'll not be owning another Nissan. By the way, this was my second Nissan that had troubles.
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BUGS!! BUGS!! BUGSS!!!
evelynt1, 04/22/2012
2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
0 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have had a pretty fair experice with my Nissan Altima but a major dissapointment in this car is that when there is a problem with the vehicle the dealership seems unavailbale to fix it. I live in a rural area where bugs are prominent and it seems that my car as well as others around mine are extremly suscepitable to bugs being into the tail lights. They are very unsightly and nearly immpossibe to get out. When i contacted the dealer they told me that if the problem was not water they were not responsible for fixing my inconvience. I went to the nissan service area to see what I could do about this and they informed me that I would have to pay $500 each for new tail lights.
great car
stephen hayward, 02/22/2016
2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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serviced every 3000 t0 4000 miles all original equipment including tires
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A Must test drive!
Bob from PA, 12/04/2008
2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
Had the Altima for about a week. CVT and the 4 cyl auto just fly! Great basic car with sporty performance. Better feel then Accord, Sonata, Camry. Lots of head room for a 6'1" guy. Still on first tank of gas (20 gal tank). Very quiet interior. Just a great car for the money!
So Far So Great...
Nando9, 02/16/2009
2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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I bought this car two days ago. I am a believer in waiting to give a review until a full month or two has passed, as you can't understand a car fully in a couple of days. I will update my review to include whatever needs to be updated at that time. So far I love the car. It looks great both interior and exterior and more importantly, it runs GREAT! The CVT is weird at first but is actually pretty neat. It is one factor that gives this car great mpg. The push to start is another neat perk. The car rides smooth, runs very quiet, and has a good load of features fro the price. The dealer tried the usual tricks to rip me off, but I was able to hold off and get what I feel is a v good deal
Pathetic Fuel Economy
Sorrybuyer, 08/07/2009
2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
I traded in my 4Runner thinking that I would get better fuel efficiency based on the advertised 23/31 mpg. It's giving a dismal 18 mpg in the city and a pathetic 20.5 mpg combined. And yes it is the 4 cylinder 2.5S. My 4Runner was giving me just a mile or two less with a 6 cylinder engine! Besides the poor fuel efficiency it's a decent car but if you are looking for better mileage, look elsewhere. My last Nissan purchase!
Dissatisfied Customer
Dissatisfied Custome, 09/27/2010
2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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Purchased 09 Altima last December. We haven't owned the car one yr and the engine began to knock like a diesel. Took car in for servicing by dealer and informed it needed a new engine. After much scrutiny by NISSAN, warranty covered the engine replacement. Had the car back for 2 days, engine wouldn't turn over. Radio, lights, windows would work, but car would not start. Replaced battery at my own expense, still happening. Just wishing we had the Chevy Trailblazer back, and rid of this nightmare.
Touchy brakes, spongy cornering
richardh, 02/04/2011
2009 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought an 09 with 26k on it. Brakes were touchy from the start but thought they would wear-in. No such luck. Minimal foot pressure feels like you've slammed on the brakes. Had dealer check them out. After he test drove it, said that's normal. If it is don't know how they keep selling the model. Other complaint is extreme body roll in corners. Maybe it's just lack of seat support. Really liked the looks and power of the car but could not live with brakes and cornering. Sold it after six months.