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