Overview & Reviews

The all-new third-generation 2002 Altima represents a total revision and rethinking of Nissan's midsize sedan -- it brings a level of design and performance that currently does not exist in its class. With a choice of a 240-horsepower, 3.5-liter V6 or 175-horsepower, 2.5-liter four-cylinder and an all-new four-wheel independent suspension, the Altima offers spirit with state-of-the-art technology. An aggressive new exterior design with increases in all major dimensions and a driver-oriented interior with myriad convenience and luxury features set the Altima apart in the highly competitive sedan marketplace.

• Sports car power in a midsize sedan body, high level of features, distinct new shape.

• All-new design could mean first-year teething problems and dealer mark-up.

User Reviews:

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  Family car thats fun to drive - 2002 Nissan Altima
  By nbarry - December 26 - 5:53 am

  Had the 3.5SE 2 weeks now - great performance, gas mileage better than the EPA rating even with my lead foot. The ride isnt as smooth as my moms Camry, but the Camry lacks real personality. Huge back seat, great drink holders. Mirror remote control seems cheap, as well as the interior door handles. A fun car that doubles as a family transport.

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  Excellent car - 2002 Nissan Altima
  By earlk - November 22 - 2:00 am

  Best new car I have ever owned in fifty years.

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  BEST CAR FOR THE MONEY - 2002 Nissan Altima
  By LOUIE L.. - November 20 - 10:00 am

  BEST CAR FOR THE MONEY EITHER FOREIGN OR DOMESTIC.GREAT HIGHWAY CAR WITH 25 MPG RESULTS.GOOD LOOKING WITH A VERY COMFORTABLE INTERIOR.I HAVE 2 NEGATIVES.FROM DAY ONE I HAVE A VALVE TAP AND THE AUTOMATIC TRANS IDLES QUIETLY OUT OF GEAR AND VERY ROUGH IN GEAR.AT MY 1500 MILE FIRST OIL CHANGE THE DEALER TOLD ME HE HEARS AND FEELS NOTHING.ILL SEE WAHT HE SAYS AT 4500 MILES.

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  In Your Face Camry - 2002 Nissan Altima
  By Erik_From_FL - November 14 - 10:00 am

  Best 25K i ever spent, leather, moonroof, bose system, 17" rims, 240 horsies to paly with? what is there not to like? Can the camry even compare with its fish looking tail end and sorry 192hp engine?

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  Fabulous Car!!! - 2002 Nissan Altima
  By JC 90210 - November 9 - 10:00 am

  I am 100 o/o happy with this car. I have had many cars, and this one is right at the top. The only negative is the steering wheel radio and speed controls are not lighted. The rest is Perfect!

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  2.5SL Altima Silver - 2002 Nissan Altima
  By Dezbum - October 16 - 10:00 am

  I searched for months on what type of vehicle to buy, I went from a coupe, to SUV, to truck, and then I was online searching in the sedans category, I never realized they had redesigned the Altima. I bought it for the realibity, it has 20,000 miles on it. I bought it from a peronal owner with 11,000 miles on it. I love it!

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  Fits me - 2002 Nissan Altima
  By djohn - October 9 - 10:00 am

  I tried all of the competing makes, Honda Accord, Toyota Camry and etc. The bottom line is Im 63" and the Nissan was the only car that I fit into. The car during the test drives stood neck n neck with all of the others. The interior was not the best of the lot but very functional. I bought the car and have nothing but kudos from everyone who has seen it. I travel 66 miles per day for work and I am averaging 28 to 29 mpg with less than 1000 miles on the odometer.

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  mine - 2002 Nissan Altima
  By David Briceno - October 9 - 10:00 am

  This car is the best, it has good handles on the turns and the design of the inside and outsies is the best.

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  love it - 2002 Nissan Altima
  By doumat - October 9 - 10:00 am

  Only had the car for a short while, but love the design. Would I buy another....you bet!

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  Out of A Lincoln TC and into a fun car - 2002 Nissan Altima
  By HLH - October 8 - 2:00 am

  Traded in a 95 Linc Town Car for my 2.5 S with AT. It was the beautiful design that seduced me. I kept the price down by not getting leather or a sunroof (never used it in my Town Car). I like the interior design but am having a brushed aluminum interior trim kit put in to make the interior look really hi-tech. It goes on in the same places as the wood trim. It looks great with the gray interior. I may put leather in later. I enjoy the response & handling. Great job, Nissan! Only problem I have is some kind of cord or wire harness hits against the back side of the glove box every time I take off, stop, speed up or slow down. I hope they dont have to pull the dash.