2004 Nissan Altima Review

　　

zzdcar' Expert Review

by the zzdcar Experts

　　

What’s new

　　The Altima's winning formula continues with few changes. Smoke is a new exterior color choice, and four-cylinder models meet stricter federal emissions standards. Models with California emissions are now classified as Partial Zero Emissions Vehicles (PZEV).

　　

zzdcar says

　　Once a frumpy wallflower, the Altima is now a midsize sedan to be desired, especially when equipped with the 245-horsepower V6.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2004 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 $3.04 per gallon for regular unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$161/mo  for Altima 2.5

　　Altima 2.5

　　2.5 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 5M) - $16,850 MSRP2.5 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 4A) - $17,350 MSRP2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 5M) - $18,700 MSRP2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 4A) (Most Popular) - $19,200 MSRP3.5 SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5M) - $22,750 MSRP3.5 SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A) - $23,250 MSRP2.5 SL 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 4A) - $23,200 MSRP

　　vs

　　$164/mo

　　Avg. Midsize Car

　　

2004 Altima Highlights

Trim: 2.52.5 S3.5 SE2.5 SL2.5

　　

Base MSRP	$16,850
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	23 MPG
Cost to Drive	$161/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	15.6 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	front wheel drive
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles