Overview & Reviews

All Altimas receives exterior styling enhancements, including new smoked headlamps and taillights, new wheel designs and a restyled front fascia and grille, along with a much needed interior redesign. The 3.5-liter V6 gets five more horsepower and three more lb-ft of torque, for a total of 250 and 249, respectively, and is now available with a five-speed automatic transmission. A new performance-oriented SE-R model joins the lineup along with a leather-lined 3.5 SL model. A newly optional DVD-based navigation system and two new exterior colors round out the changes.

• 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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  Return to a sedan - 2005 Nissan Altima
  By Three - July 3 - 1:20 am

  Having come from a gas-guzzling SUV, it is nice to have a car that gets excellent gas mileage.

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  Great Value - 2005 Nissan Altima
  By Guy Emmons - June 12 - 5:53 pm

  My overall experience in owning this Altima was very good. The maintenance was at a minimum; only taking care of the essentials in the usual required schedule. The only thing that was ever an issue was the transmission not downshifting when there was sustained driving; it would hang there in 3rd gear. The dealer was able to get Nissan to install a new transmission and extend the warranty for another 12 months or 100,00 miles. The idea of Nissan making it right goes a long way with me and I have told many people about my experience in owning this Altima.

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  Safety of 2005 altima - 2005 Nissan Altima
  By V.Luce - June 9 - 1:30 am

  Leased vehicle 8/2004 after receiving offer from Nissan on early termination of lease on 2001 Pathfinder. Loved that SUV. Was impressed with Altimas overall design and engine performance. Neglected to check oversall body frame. Late August 2004 while slowly backing out of a parking space hit a low brick planter(too low to see in rear view mirror. Cost replacement molded bumper $542.00.Used a magnet to check the body and found the hood and trunk were molded not metal. Concerned safety driving this car whose body is not 100% metal.

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  Hidden Problem - 2005 Nissan Altima
  By Jacquelyn Calhoun - June 6 - 1:30 pm

  We purchased this car in July of 2008. It drives great and it has the power that I love in a car. As I read some of the other review it is apparent that the fuel pump is an issue with this car. Driving down the expressway and having the car cut off in morning rush hour traffic is a very scary experience. This may change the way I feel about Nissan and it products. I should have just gotten another Honda they last longer and hold the value better. This was a very costly mistake that I will have to pay for when Nissan should be taking care of the bill.

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  Great car - 2005 Nissan Altima
  By Mike - June 6 - 11:30 am

  I bought my Altima two years ago and it has always delivered an excellent driving experience. You wouldnt think that a big four-cylinder car would be fun to drive, but the Altimas peppy performance and good handling make it a good time to drive. Its size and trunk space add versatility. Its also a great looking car, very aggressive and sporty looking with the 16 alloy wheels. It is also very reliable, I have never had any major problems with the car. The only downside is that the fuel economy leaves a LOT to be desired (see my comments below).

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  Great value - 2005 Nissan Altima
  By social worker vince - May 29 - 2:06 pm

  I purchased my 2004 from a rental company and it already had 25000 mi on before I got it. 5000 miles later it still runs like new. Much quieter and much better fuel econ (27-28 mpg) than the Sable I got rid of.

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  Awsome Car!!! - 2005 Nissan Altima
  By G-money - May 18 - 10:00 am

  Peviously I had a 2000 Maxima GLE which was great. This Altima is a great car. I had hasitations about going from a Maxima down to a Altima but, I no longer see it as going down. The Altima is very roomy, great fuel economy, and handles well. The 2.5S although a 4 cylinder has great power and pep. This is my first Altima and I am very happy. I had thought about a Camry but, the ride is better in the Altima and more pep. Super Black is a great color as well. For the price, this is the car!!!

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  2005 Nissan - 2005 Nissan Altima
  By M. Lopez - May 13 - 10:00 am

  Overall, the vehicle is ok. Theres plenty of leg and trunk space and rides smoothly but abit noisy. Since the vehicle has recently been purchased and rest remains to be seen.

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  nissan altima - 2005 Nissan Altima
  By Kelly Bono - May 13 - 10:00 am

  The quality on this car is awsome.

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  Luvmyalt - 2005 Nissan Altima
  By Jenk - April 27 - 8:46 pm

  I am particularly pleased with the safety features that Nissan had put into the Altima. I was driving my car when I was hit by a tornado. The pressure and debris caused all the glass in the car to break. I did not receive a single scratch or cut. I also love the performance of my Altima. It rides smooth and accelerates on command! My only dislike is the road noise. It can be loud on certain pavements especially on the interstate.