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2008 Nissan Altima User Reviews

2008 Nissan Altima Review Ratings

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Average Ratings from 46 reviews

  • Performance:4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars 4.5 / 5
  • Appearance:4.6 out of 5 stars4.6 out of 5 stars4.6 out of 5 stars4.6 out of 5 stars4.6 out of 5 stars 4.6 / 5
  • Build Quality:4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars 4.5 / 5
  • Overall:4.7 out of 5 stars4.7 out of 5 stars4.7 out of 5 stars4.7 out of 5 stars4.7 out of 5 stars 4.7 / 5

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PROS
"fuel economy" 19 reviews
"power" 16 reviews
"ride" 14 reviews
"space" 7 reviews
"handling" 7 reviews
CONS
"power" 6 reviews
"fuel economy" 5 reviews
"heavy car" 2 reviews
"interior" 2 reviews
"build quality" 2 reviews

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Peter writes:
2008 Nissan Altima 2.5 S Review
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Styling, Powerful/Reliable Motor. Push button ignition is a neat feature.

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Strange Throttle issue, still gotta take it to the dealership to get it looked at, other than that. it's pretty much bulletproof.

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It's Not My Maxima, But Close. — I picked this up the day after my jetta blew up on me, I got it for what I would consider a decent price considering the build quality and the performance. even thought it's just a 4cyl the 6spd really makes it perform (it can keep in line with my buddies Subaru WRX,)

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Sara550 writes:
2008 Nissan Altima 2.5 Review
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Good gas mileage, smooth riding, comfortable, roomy, smooth brakes(stopping).

Cons

Shows dirt easily

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So Easy To Drive! — Ok, this car is the most amazing car I have ever driven. I love it!

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Patsy writes:
2008 Nissan Altima 3.5 SE Review
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This car is the sweetest ride I have ever been in or owned!

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There are NONE!

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Awesome!!!!!!!!!!! 2 Thumbs Way Up!!! — Love this car! I envy my husband that he gets to drive it every day! It's simply an amazing and quite beautiful car!!!

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Night_Silence writes:
2008 Nissan Altima 3.5 SE Review
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great performance, beautiful interior and exterior design

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some quality flaws

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Almost Perfect! — I purchased my 2008 3.5 SE Altima almost a month ago, and now with around 4200 Km on the odo, this is my opinion about it: Engine/Trans: This car is a true performance machine, and every time I accelerate it hard, it makes me smile. The engine is working in full harmony with the CVT engine to deliever immediate power once needed. I have to mention, though, that CVT takes some time to get used to. It is not a regular auto transmission; it works in a different way and gives a strange feeling at first. Fuel consumption is also average, not bad for a performance sedan. Design: I can say nothing less than HOT! It turns heads wherever I go! New Accord (my second option when I was in the market for a new car) looks very ugly in comparison. Interior: Nissan almost did a good job dealing with their usual problem of making cheap interiors. The dashboard design is much better than previous generation. All control buttons are in the right place. I love the Bluetooth feature. Interior space is very good in front and back. Now to things I don’t like: 1.The new Altima is just released in Saudi Arabia (as 2008 model), and 6 cylinder model stock was very low, color options was very limited based on the available stock. Nissan: when you release a new model, please make sure to supply the dealers with enough stock and make all colors/combinations available. 2.I am hearing some noise from the right side of the center console when driving on any less-than-perfect roads, and I heard from some other owners that this a common problem in the new Altima dashboard! Nissan needs to work a fix ASAP! 3.This one is serious: my car had a front axis alignment problem (car tends to steer to the right) from day 1. It took the dealer 2 days to fix it. This is clearly an assembly problem from USA factory. This car is almost perfect and it could have been the leader in its segment except for a few quality flaws. I love it and I have no regrets at all. My last words to Nissan: you are on the right path, but you need to focus more on quality (hint: take Honda Accord as a model and apply its high quality standards).

Owner for 0 years, 1 months

Miles Driven per Year:3,000

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Nick writes:
2008 Nissan Altima 2.5 S Review
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Comfort, Look, Sporty, and just clean

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None

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Awesome-highly Recomend It For The Price — CVT Transmission is the perfect combo for any mood Interior- Black leather is sharp and extremely comfortable Exterior- has a really sporty look for a sedan and the dual tailpipes makes the rear end Very sporty for a four door sedan-I love this car perfect daily driver The push start button and keyless fob makes this a perfect combo Epic for a 4 cylinder-very fun to drive and great gas mileage

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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Michael writes:
2008 Nissan Altima 3.5 SE Review
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Handling, Sound system

Cons

The rims

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Very Fast And Good Gas Mileage. — Great car. Bought it brand new. Fast, quiet, comfortable, moon roof, bose sound system. About to buy rims and body kit.

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Cost $12,914 Average Instant Market Value $15,540 Average Instant Market Value $15,656 Average Instant Market Value
Gas Mileage (highway) 32 25 31
Horsepower 175 255 177
Crash Test Rating 5 5 5
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) 14.0
Front Leg Room (inches) 44.1 43.9 42.5

Reviews From Other Years

2013 Nissan Altima Reviews

Small And Nice For A Family By Aldhahmd90

I liked the shape of the car and how Nissan changed the way Altima looks like, but still there are alot of good cars and sporty cars such as maxima because its more sport than the 2013 Nissan Altima.... Read More

I've Only Got A Little Over 1,600 Miles On It, But It Is The Most Comfortable Car I've Owned. By ragtop69

Just about everything. It has great looks reminiscent of German sedans. The heavy chrome grille and the chrome bar between the tail lights are great accents on a black car. The front seats are obsc... Read More

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2012 Nissan Altima Reviews

You Don't Now What Your Missing By Jim

lots of power its like driving a nascar, still breaking it in bought in new so got to be gentle , the interior and exterior are amazing nice clean lines outside and lots of head room for us tall peop... Read More

Very Nice. Very Reliable, Very Comefortable, Smooth And Quiet. By brianjahn

It has nice looks, comefortable seating, nice ride, decent handling, fair price. The CVT transmission works very nice. There is no downshifting on hills. (well, actually there is but you can't tell ... Read More

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2011 Nissan Altima Reviews

Sleek Beautiful Superior Nissan Design And Luxury By Heather

Great for a family of 4 or single driver! Handling is smooth and acceleration is powerful enough you would never know it is a 4 cyl. Great variable transmission provides unique driving experience. ... Read More

2011 Nissan Altima By blsjeep95

This is an all around great car. Impressive styling, handling, mpg, and comfort. The keyless entry and keyless starting button are very innovative. Full power on everything and it includes a 6 speaker... Read More

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2010 Nissan Altima Reviews

Great All Around Value. By Gmarch83

This car has been a great car for me. I drive a lot of highway miles in all weather conditions and this car has handled it all. I have been very happy with its fuel mileage as well as it's comfort w... Read More

Best Deal By Sameer

Awesome car from my perspective. I would love to recommend to any one on this planet. It can be used as a family car as well as a sports car for a bachelor. Fuel efficiency of this car is also good,... Read More

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2009 Nissan Altima Reviews

Sporty Sedan By DW19

ive really enjoyed this car, its a sporty sedan, interior is comfortable and pleasant to ride in, although this is a 4 cylinder it has a lot of power ive never noticed not having enough power and i ow... Read More

Like By Steven

liked this car put too many miles on it. great gas mileage. Handles very well in snow and icey weather. The cost of owner ship wasnt bad and up keep on the car wasn't over priced in any way. Like Read More

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