Used 2011 Nissan Altima Consumer Reviews
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So far loving my car...
lilmiss34, 02/10/2011
2011 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
14 of 16 people found this review helpful
I have had this car for just over a month and have over 1300 miles on it and thus far have had no issues. I drive highway about 60% of the time and between highway and city I am averaging about 26-30MPG. Came from a V-6 Honda Accord Coupe which took some getting used to with the change in HP, but this Altima has got some good power to it for a 4-cyl. If you can do it, get the Bose sound system, difference between that and the standard radio is very noticeable. The rear camera is very helpful too. Only tire noise I have noticed is on older highways, not an issue with the radio on low. Also, check your ins company for GAP coverage, it is hugely cheaper than the one the dealership offers!
Poor Man's Ferrari
Sucker for Beauty, 08/20/2019
updated 09/08/2022
2011 Nissan Altima 3.5 SR 2dr Coupe (3.5L 6cyl 6M)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I bought this car second-hand in 2013. It had 24K miles and was two years old and in very good condition. It now has nine years later and at 82K miles and I've never had any trouble with it. I drove it to work on a daily basis except when the snow is too deep then I take my 4X4 truck. This car is so pretty, I love it (I'm a sucker for beauty) this car turns heads all the time, it is bright red so the tail lights blend into the body nicely. This is just one of the best looking cars on the road to me. I have de-badged the car so no one really can tell what it is, Nissan Altima coupes are not too common, (another reason I bought it). The car is fast enough for me (3.5 L with the CVT) I have slid out of control several times due to excessive speed (my poor driving skills not the cars fault). I burned up a set of nice Michelin Pilot tires due to hard cornering and jack-rabbit starts, that slowed me down a bit. Sometimes I wish there was more luxury, maybe some wood accents or plusher seats, but the car is fully loaded with all of Nissan's options so I'm OK with it. I am 6' 1' tall so the sun roof cuts a few inches off the head room, my hair touches the roof if I sit up straight (not a big problem). I would buy this car again if I had it to do over. It gets OK mileage about 25 mpg combined. I love this little red car! I retired at the end of 2019 so the car is not seeing the daily millage anymore. I really enjoy driving around on nice days and I keep the car shined and waxed to perfection. As I have stated I got the car used. With 25K mile on it. It now has 86K and has performed without problems. I am having the CV joints replaced because they have started making a little noise with the car is cold and turning. I don't think the original owner treated the car very well because when I got it the front tires were a different brand than the back tires which led me to thing they beat the car. I am very satisfied with this car and I'm glad I bought it. I think it is still one of the best looking cars on the road.
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JMM, 04/30/2016
2011 Nissan Altima 3.5 SR 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
Sits low to the ground, so if hip or leg problems it can be an issue. Overall great car. 2011 was best year for Altimas. Easy access to controls and woderfully supported seating.
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Good, get the back up camera option
new altima, 11/04/2010
2011 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
9 of 10 people found this review helpful
Have had this car less than a week. Traded in a 2004 bmw 3 series so adjusting to the smaller engine and front wheel drive is a change, but I'm enjoying this car. It is very comfortable to drive and I love the interior that looks just like an infiniti interior. I highly recommend getting the back up camera though because backing up is difficult. You can't see the back of your car so you have no idea where you are. I also regret not getting the satellite radio which is part of the same package. Get this package!
Overall OK but lots of "little" things
Jim Drummond, 08/19/2015
updated 08/23/2023
2011 Nissan Altima 3.5 SR 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I have the 3.5 Liter V-6 and it is a plenty fast enough. The CVT, while reportedly trouble prone, has gone 100,000 miles. Still getting 23-24 in town and 28-29 on the highway. Not bad for a powerful V-6. Bought used with 9,000 miles and just turned 130,000k. Engine light came on at 80k +. Turned out to be a "Mass Air Flow Sensor" that set me back over $400.00. Then after replacing the tires picked up a bad hum which turned out to be the wheel bearings, another expensive repair. Routine items included an air filter, battery, cabin filter, tires and regular oil changes. I replaced the Michelin A/S tires with Coopers. The Dealer and Nissan never seem to agree on what is covered by the extended warranty. So when the wheel bearings went bad, I had to pay for repairs myself. Not only did the dealer contradict Nissan corporate but were not even very nice about it.( And they wonder why they lose business to independent shops.)
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