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2009 Altima "Highest Ranked Midsize Car in Initial Quality" by J.D. Power and Associates.

The J.D. Power and Associates Initial Quality Study (IQS) serves as the industry benchmark for new-vehicle quality measured at 90 days of ownership. J.D. Power and Associates says: "Initial quality has been shown over the years to be an excellent predictor of long-term durability..." [1]

2009 Altima Wins Consumers Digest Best Buy Award Naming the Altima a sportier alternative in the midsize segment, Consumers Digest selected the 2009 Altima as a winner of their Automotive Best Buy Award in the Family Cars category. Consumers Digest complimented Altima's aggressive handling, smooth and seamless CVT transmission, roomy interior and high-tech options. [3]

Quote from Consumers Digest
Motoring into U.S. showrooms in both sedan and coupe variations, the Nissan Altima is a sportier alternative in the midsize segment, with more aggressive handling than what is the norm, although this means it also has a slightly edgier ride. A reasonably strong 175-hp 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine should please most buyers; a speedier 270-hp 3.5-liter V6 comes with SE and SL models but adds considerably to the car's cost. A six-speed manual transmission is standard on the 2.5S and 3.5SE trim levels; a continuously variable transmission (CVT) is standard on the 2.5 and 3.5SL trims and optional on the other two versions. We prefer the CVT, which delivers smooth and seamless acceleration when you need to hit the passing lane. The Altima is nicely styled, with a roomy interior that seats four adults in comfort (a fifth can squeeze in back when necessary). It can be fitted with a generous list of high-tech options, including a rear-view video monitor that's essential for anyone who has difficulty with parallel parking.

[1] The Nissan Altima received the lowest number of problems per 100 vehicles among midsize cars in the proprietary J.D. Power and Associates 2009 Initial Quality Study^SM. Study based on responses from 80,930 new-vehicle owners, measuring 245 models and measures opinions after 90 days of ownership. Proprietary study results are based on experiences and perceptions of owners surveyed in February-May 2009. Your experiences may vary. Visit jdpower.com.

[2] Government star ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) New Car Assessment Program (www.safercar.gov). Model tested with standard side air bags.

[3] The 2009 Nissan Altima is winner of a Consumers Digest Best Buy Award.

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