Overview & Reviews

The 2009 Nissan Altima receives only minor changes. Base models have a few more standard features this year, including power mirrors and a trip computer. Available options now include dual-zone climate control with rear vents and a sunroof as a stand-alone option.

• Strong engines, smooth and responsive continuously variable transmission (CVT), responsive steering, attractive styling inside and out, high-grade interior materials, high crash test scores.

• Stability control unavailable on four-cylinder models, mediocre rear seating comfort, complex option grouping.

User Reviews:

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  Overhyped Car - Too Much Noise/Vibration - 2009 Nissan Altima
  By Jason - December 2 - 5:13 pm

  I was in the market for a new car and after reading reviews and test driving a lot of cars, the Nissan Altima was my eventual choice. First the good - great power for a 4-cyl and great gas mileage. Interior is plain but functional. Very stylish. But now the bad. After 1 week of driving - A LOT of vibrations in the floor and pedals from the road. It is to the point now that my feet physically hurt if I operate the car for more than 20 minutes. According to 2 different Nissan mechanics, this is "perfectly normal" and "why the car is so cheap." I dont consider $24K to be cheap and I certainly dont expect any car to operate like this one. This purchase is a regrettable one for sure.

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  happy with my first car - 2009 Nissan Altima
  By nursebarbie - November 22 - 11:50 am

  This is my first car, so far 900 miles/3 mo. I live in the city. It is fun to drive in the city and on the highway. I dont know if this is my doing or not, but my breaks are already squeaking (?!) Breaking is not as tight as I would like but steering and maneuvering is fun, esp. for its size. Engine is loud but its not a bad thing in my opinion. Its pretty easy to parallel park. Center console is nicely set up (and BOSE rocksss) but knobs do seem a little cheap. Back seat is smaller than other cars in its class. Trunk is huge. Sharp car for young people and/or those who want an affordable fun car.

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  THE ULTIMATE ALTIMA YET.... - 2009 Nissan Altima
  By CAR KZ - September 5 - 3:53 am

  well let me start by writing I sold my 2008 Toyota Avalon touring pkg for this car. this is one comfertable, fun to drive, well equiped, FUEL EFFCIENT, FAST.....etc and the list goes on and on and on... ive owened this car from march/2009 and until today i still look forward driving it. the CVT trany it is the best invention yet that nissan used in their cars. if you ask me about pros and cons all I can say is PROs... PROs. i was a toyota guy for the past 10 years. I tried hondas and more toyotas but didnt like them. im so glad/happy that i bought a nissan it is well build inside and outside.the only think that I had to get used to "WHICH IS NOT A BAD THINK" is CVT trany.

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  Glad I bought it - 2009 Nissan Altima
  By shelbydog9 - August 27 - 11:39 am

  I bought my 2009 Nissan Altima new. I was looking for a new car and went to a local car show, where they had many cars of the type I was looking for (sedans). I’m 6’5” tall, my first concern was whether I fit or not. Either not enough head room or not enough leg room eliminated 90% of the cars. Price range, basic features, comfort narrowed it down to this car. I chose the bigger engine for more control and better handling. I have almost 60,000 miles on it now and I still love the car. I did have a problem with the front windshield cracking within the first month; they replaced it without any problem. This car has been well worth my investment.

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  6 years and still going strong - 2009 Nissan Altima
  By barc2009 - August 3 - 8:31 pm

  So Ive had my 2.5-SL for 6yrs and 57,000 miles now ... havent had a single issue with it beyond routine maintenance stuff. Its been a great car ... was very happy with this purchase.

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  Car with lots to offer - 2009 Nissan Altima
  By gmo7092.5S - June 12 - 7:50 am

  Car is great. Looks really good. Like it in Silver the best. Handles pretty well. Lots of packages ..conv, conv plus and connection package. Looking forward to better reliability than I had with my Olds Alero v6. That was a fun car to drive, but too many issues with the head gasket leaking! Now I have a 4cylinder, but I am liking it. Coupe should have lights/design that sedan has! Love radio but does need quicker way to get from low #d station to higher without having to hold down seek and wait. Also, brakes are a bit touchy. Steering seems to not want to center for some reason. Wind noise is really loud with windows down on faster drive..super loud. Key fab buttons look alike

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  Everyones Right..To a Point - 2009 Nissan Altima
  By PettisFettis - June 7 - 5:43 pm

  I researched this car for two years (and the Accord Coupe) before I got this one. The blindspots, the jerkiness, the "average" stereo, the A/C plug-ins behind doors, the hub caps, the small trunk, all of this stuff is true, but none of it is excessive, or low-grade. So for the price of this vehicle, Im very impressed with what I got. And the acceleration, handling, fun factor, and sturdiness are unmatched in this price range. Read all the Honda reviews (Ive owned three accords), and youll see that they will let you down too if youre expecting perfection out of a car under 20K. I can definitely live with any of this vehicles shortcomings, kinda like I can deal with my own.

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  Fun family car - 2009 Nissan Altima
  By phillygm - May 4 - 7:40 pm

  Got it loaded minus nav. Only owned the car for a week with almost 200 on the clock. The ride is wonderful and the power is exceptional. It feels very athletic yet has the capabilities for a family car that I was looking for. I rated it slightly lower on build and reliability because I already have a squeak by the back seat and a strange clank in the engine compartment by the drivers side firewall. Almost sounds like some spring mechanism resetting. It only does it after each start up after cooling down when you are just starting to drive off. Very strange.

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  Well worth the little extra in price - 2009 Nissan Altima
  By Zach - March 23 - 10:03 pm

  Just purchased this car for my wife, we researched and test drove the Camry, Fusion, and Mazda6 as well but selected the Altima. It has what we felt was the best finishing details/trim and was sportier than the Camry and Fussion. The Mazda6 was a close 2nd place but our local dealer didnt have much of a selection. We have owned Mazda 626 and a Camry in the past and really like both of them, but the Altima just fit our needs better this time. Probably a little more in price when equipped comparably, but worth the extra $$. We love it so far.

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  Blindspots - 2009 Nissan Altima
  By Alexandria, VA - February 28 - 9:50 pm

  Ive had my car for almost 1 year. Its a good looking car. Drives well. I have not had any mechanical problems. The blind spots are bad - especially when turning.