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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  Chucks praise - 2002 Nissan Altima
  By perrydawg - October 8 - 2:00 am

  My wife got rid of her 2000 Toyota Camry just one year after purchasing it because she had seen the new Nissan Altima. Although, I think that I drive it more than she does and Im more of an SUV person. I am really glad that I pushed her to test drive this vehicle especially the 3.5 V6 model. Its taking a little while to get used to all of the looks from everyone on the highways and at restaurants. I cant wait to see what Nissan does to top this vehicle or can they?

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  A Winner for Nissan - 2002 Nissan Altima
  By AlphaPrym - September 20 - 2:00 am

  Totally worth the money .. Nissan did it right this time .. actually a better buy for the money than the Maxima.

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  Leaves Honda, etc. in the dust - 2002 Nissan Altima
  By Scott from Ogden - September 20 - 2:00 am

  Not a single problem.

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  I love it!!! - 2002 Nissan Altima
  By Jennifer Holbrook - August 8 - 2:00 am

  I love my Altima. It has new styling that I love. It is fun to drive; I dont mind running all the errands for our family business because my husband bought the car for me. Everyone looks at it and other 2002 Altima drivers I see give me the thumbs up sign and have big smiles on their faces like me. It has a lot of pickup when I need it and a lot of people mistake it for a Lexus. I always get great compliments from people and they always ask if it is as fun to drive as it looks. I say Hell ya!

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  Great Car - 2002 Nissan Altima
  By msears - July 9 - 10:00 am

  I bought a 2002 Nissan Altima, 5 spd, leather, moon roof, spoiler, wood trim, 3.5L. This is a great car. It is very well built and is the bset car I have ever owned (and I have owned a lot). I had a problem with my fuel pump however Nissan fixed it right away. Dont think though you can skimp on less than 92 octane gas. The car runs much poorer with anything less.

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  ALTIMA SE 3.5 - 2002 Nissan Altima
  By JEEP110 - June 27 - 2:00 am

  This is a very fun car to drive. The performance is there every time you need it just waiting to be released.

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  good car BUT........... - 2002 Nissan Altima
  By car guy - March 28 - 9:53 am

  Bought this car with 109,000 miles on it. reallygood deal, the car was awesome, but after 3 months the check engine came on so we took it to the dealership they said it needed new spark plugs $120. After it got fixed we drove about 300 more miles and the check endine light came on again. so we took it to the dealer again. after a few days the dealer said that the car had a blown head gasket in the engine and the coolant was getting inside the engine, the estimate for repairing was $2000 and that is a lot of money. i think that he was lying because it doesnt cost more than $900 to fix it. I think i am going to sell this car and buy another 2002 altima with lower miles.

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  Great Car - 2002 Nissan Altima
  By MBrownin - March 26 - 12:50 pm

  Had my Silver 3.5SE for a week now. I am in love! It is fast, yet smooth and seats four very comfortably even with the front seats all the way back. Many people have complained about the cheap, plastic interior. I on the other hand think it looks fine. If you look at other vehicles in the price range there isnt much out there that is any better. The V6 even gets pretty good gas milage for the power you get out of it!

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  Just bought my new Altima... - 2002 Nissan Altima
  By CamryConvert - March 4 - 10:00 am

  Ive driven Toyotas exclusively since the age of 16, but instead of another Camry, I bought the Altima this time, and FOR LESS MONEY. I have to say, originally, I wanted it because of the way this car looks. It is super- super. You know? But as far as the nuts and bolts, I find the 4 cyl to be PLENTY zippy, especially over 3500 RPMs when it really kicks in. Im not wild about the placement of the air vents in the severely slanted dash - too far from my face. But other than that, the interior and exterior of this car are wonderful. That BOSE stereo also makes my rearview mirror vibrate some, but who can really complain about that?

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  great value - 2002 Nissan Altima
  By acmeroadrunnr - February 25 - 10:00 am

  I have 3000 miles on my Altima SE now and have found it to be as much fun to drive today as it was when I first test drove it. I had money down on a Passat GLX V6, but decided to test drive the SE and never looked back. I should also add that I replaced a 2000 Accord EX for the new Altima and am very happy with the new car.