Voted Canada's Car of the Year when it was launched in 2002, the third-generation Nissan Altima quickly racked up awards and accolades - not to mention leading Nissan Canada Inc. to two of the best sales years in its history.
The 2004 Altima adds outstanding value unmatched in the mid-size sedan segment with the introduction of a new 2.5 S Extra model into the 2004 lineup.
One of four 2004 Altima models, the 2.5 S Extra offers all the features and benefits of the base Altima 2.5 S with the popular Convenience Package at a substantial saving.
Other highlights of the 2004 Altima include:
Body
- Dramatically styled body with dynamic and sporty forms and wheels pushed out to the corners for an aggressive look
- Large, roomy interior and trunk space
- All-steel unibody with high torsional rigidity
- New exterior colour - Smoke
Engine and Driveline
- 245-horsepower 3.5-litre DOHC 24-valve V6 with 246 ft-lbs of torque and dual exhaust on 3.5 SE models
- Standard 175-horsepower 2.5-litre DOHC 16-valve four-cylinder producing 180 ft-lbs of torque
- Both engines feature modular cylinder head design, lightweight pistons, continuously variable valve timing, variable induction system
- Choice of five-speed manual or four-speed electronically controlled automatic transmissions
- Standard traction control on V6 automatic transmission model
Suspension, Steering and Braking
- Four-wheel independent suspension with extensive use of aluminum components, featuring a rear multi-link suspension design
- Four-wheel disc brakes with available four-wheel ABS, Brake Assist (BA) and Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD)
Interior Features
- Contemporary, relaxed interior design with "cockpit" three-gauge instrument panel, driver-oriented controls
- Optional Bose® Premium audio system with eight speakers, in-dash six-disc CD changer
Safety
- Dual-stage supplemental air bags with seatbelt sensors, available front-seat side-impact supplemental air bags and roof-mounted side-impact curtain air bags for front and rear occupants
Models and Manufacturing
- Offered in four well-equipped models: 2.5 S, 2.5 S Extra, 2.5 SL and 3.5 SE
- Assembled by Nissan at Smyrna & Decherd, Tenn., plants