New 2009 Nissan Altima

The 2009 Nissan Altima gives the buyer limitless options but stays true to its high performance, safe and comfortable roots. The five passenger vehicle is mostly a carryover from the 2008 version, and thus retains all the great elements that have made the Altima a perennial favorite. Available in sedan and coupe versions, the Altima comes in a variety of trims. The sedan trims include the 2.5 Base, the 2.5 S, the 3.5 SE and the 3.5 SL. Coupe trims are available in 2.5 S and 3.5 SE. Both body trims are powered by a 2.5-liter, 175-horsepower V-6 or a 3.5-liter, 270-horsepower V-6. The coupe's body styling is especially sleek in the 2009 model.

Often compared to the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord, the Nissan Altima not only cost less, but gets comparable or better gas mileage (23 mpg in the city and 31 mpg on the freeway). The Altima also features the Xtronic CVT transmission with overdrive, while the others utilize a standard five-speed manual transmission. If you like what the Altima brings to the table, but want better mileage, check out the Altima Hybrid and its phenomenal fuel economy.

Whether the coupe or sedan fits your needs, feel secure that both cars scored five out of five stars on the NHTSA Frontal Crash Test for both the driver and passenger sides. Both styles include an anti-roll bar in the front and rear, anti-lock brakes and air bags.

While the Altima already has a ton of standard features including a 36 month/36,000 mile warranty, power windows and tachometer; you can add high intensity, low beam Xenon head lamps, a cargo net, Bluetooth compatibility (optional in the 2.5 S and the 3.5 SE trims but standard in the 3.5 SL trim) or a dashboard compass for just a bit more. The Altima also comes with an in-dash CD player (except for the 2.5 trim) and two second row LCD screens standard. 

Whether you are in the market for a spacious sedan or a sport coupe, check out the 2009 Nissan Altima. Its styling, power and options will satisfy the tastes of the most discerning customer.