Overview & Reviews

Changes to the Nissan Altima for 2006 are limited to package revisions and the addition of optional satellite radio.

• Sports car power in a midsize sedan body, excellent handling, roomy and comfortable interior, high level of features, distinctive styling.

• Considerable road noise, overboosted steering, no stability control, ABS still an extra-cost option.

User Reviews:

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  New Owner - 2006 Nissan Altima
  By NaNette - April 22 - 8:33 pm

  We purchased an 2.5 S automatic Altima today.During the test drive I noticed the jerking as I accelerated. I am accustomed to noise so that does not bother me. This is our second Nissan but my everyday car is a 2002 Toyota Corolla which has standard features that should be included with the Altima (day time running lights, doors that lock when you put the car in drive and unlock when stop the ignition, abs, etc...) Concerned about the reports of possible oil consumption. Our salesperson told us about the engine recall but not the oil consumption.it seems a practical and good choice.

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  Fantastic Performer/4dr combination - 2006 Nissan Altima
  By Davetek - April 14 - 11:50 pm

  Car has been absolutely reliable so far, and Ive about 80K on the odometer. The VQ powerplant never disappoints; there is ample torque everywhere so shifting is minimal. The handling is fantastic, turn in is very sharp and mid-corner is almost neutral with slight understeer. Brakes are equally good, minal nose dive and sports car stopping distances. On the highway I usually average better than 30mpg, with 23-25mpg in the city. The 6spd manual is "stik-stik" perfect, but the throws are a little long. Pedals are placed nicely for heal toe downshifts. Performs reasonably well in the snow too, obviously winter tires are recommended.

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  Great Buy - 2006 Nissan Altima
  By M.ENGR - April 7 - 9:43 pm

  Bought the car with 10,000 miles, and Ive put on well over 20,000 in less than a year. My gas mileage has been consistently over 30 mpg, and Ive averaged almost 33 all summer. No problems at all. Great manual transmission with lots of power. Comfy ride and lots of room in back seat, even for large adults.

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  Great car! - 2006 Nissan Altima
  By smgon99 - April 4 - 5:56 pm

  I went from an older Maxima to the Altima. I realized quickly how much car I was getting for the price. The drive is smooth and fun. The interior is super comfortable. I do have two complaints, however: The drive is loud, especially with the larger engine. In addition, I have already managed to lock myself out of the car twice! The interior lock is right above the door handle and very easy to accidently push while opening the door. Otherwise, I would recommend this car to anyone!

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  Noise complaint - 2006 Nissan Altima
  By Bonnie - March 23 - 5:40 am

  I hear air leaking from somewhere, either from windshield or windows and I cannot find the leak. I have not complained to the dealer yet, due to a stroke I suffered in Feb.

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  2006 Limited Edition Altima - 2006 Nissan Altima
  By swavey - March 20 - 5:00 am

  Purchased the car Feb. 2009 with 39,700 miles. Now has 47,400 and Im very happy. My only complaint is the power windows on the driver door should be on the center console by my right arm. In an emergency you cant close the door and raise the window at the same time.

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  Car For These Times - 2006 Nissan Altima
  By MIS - March 19 - 7:00 am

  If you are looking for a great riding, affordable car that gets about 25 mpg, but has plenty of pep,then the 2006 Altima 2.5S Special Edition with ABS/Air Bags option is the car for you. It certainly is the car for me. I love the way it looks, handles and drives. I do not miss my 2001 Maxima. In fact I prefer the sound system on the Altima to the Bose system on the Maxima. If you like to drive, consider this car.

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  Nice Ride - 2006 Nissan Altima
  By geesaint - March 17 - 12:13 pm

  I looked at the new Hyundai Sonata first, but it felt like a cork bobbing in the water at speeds over 45 miles an hour. I also considered a new Jetta and a new Mazda 6. Without a doubt, the Altima 2.5 with the SL package offered the most bang for the buck, and it a pleasure to drive. The black leather interior is awesome, as is the Bose 8 speaker stereo.

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  Best car I have ever owned. - 2006 Nissan Altima
  By Bruce - March 5 - 9:33 pm

  I bought this car with 42,000 miles and now have 252,000. I have had no problems with the engine or transmission. I always used Mobil 1 synthetic and 5-30 weight because of the close tolerance machining of Japanese engines. I have my transmission flushed every 50,000. It has power but I drive it very gentle now because of the high mileage. The only thing I dont like is that it seems to pull to the right all the time just a little. I think it is from the acceleration of the front wheel drive. I put new tires on and had a laser alignment and still had a slight pull. The tires have always wore out perfectly even. I do tire rotation every 5,000. I did have to replace the radiator, battery, starter,shocks and struts. Changing out the front light bulbs is a pain. The last time I had an engine light turn on is because I forgot to change out the spark plugs at 100,000 and actually went 120,000 miles on them. This car has been my most favorite car with the least maintenance I have ever owned.

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  Great all round performer! - 2006 Nissan Altima
  By Norskie4 - February 18 - 10:33 am

  This car does almost everything right: It looks are pleasant, interior room is generous, trunk is huge for its class. Handling is very good for a front wheel drive with an automatic, fuel economy likewise. Build quality and reliability is excellent.