Nissan ups MSRP on 2008 Altima Sedan
Nissan just sent out pricing information on its 2008 Altima Sedan, which is already at Nissan dealers across the country. The best-selling car in Nissan's stable, the Altima was completely redesigned last year and receives only modest changes for '08. But that hasn't stopped the inevitable price hikes. But before you protest, understand that the price increases are quite modest ($280 on 4-cylinder models, $80 on the V6) and include some additional equipment. On SLs, the price actually dropped $120. The now-standard Anti-lock ABS alone used to be a $300 option. Pricing for the Coupe and Hybrid, however, weren't included in this release.Altima Sedan MSRP
2007 2.5 $17,950
2008 2.5 $18,230
$280
2007 2.5 S M/T $19,800
2008 2.5 S M/T $20,080
$280
2007 2.5 S CVT $20,300
2008 2.5 S CVT $20,580
$280
2007 3.5 SE M/T $24,000
2008 3.5 SE M/T $24,080
$80
2007 3.5 SE CVT $24,500
2008 3.5 SE CVT $24,580
$80
2007 3.5 SL CVT $28,400
2008 3.5 SL CVT $28,280
$120
2007 2.5 $17,950
2008 2.5 $18,230
$2802007 2.5 S M/T $19,800
2008 2.5 S M/T $20,080
$2802007 2.5 S CVT $20,300
2008 2.5 S CVT $20,580
$2802007 3.5 SE M/T $24,000
2008 3.5 SE M/T $24,080
$802007 3.5 SE CVT $24,500
2008 3.5 SE CVT $24,580
$802007 3.5 SL CVT $28,400
2008 3.5 SL CVT $28,280
$120[Source: Nissan]
Gallery: 2008 Nissan Altima Sedan
PRESS RELEASE:
Nissan Announces Pricing on 2008 Altima Sedan
NASHVILLE (Aug. 7, 2007) – Nissan North America, Inc. today announced pricing on the 2008 Nissan Altima Sedan, which is on sale now at Nissan dealers nationwide. The all-new, totally redesigned Altima Sedan was introduced last year and is currently Nissan's best-selling nameplate.
Altima enters the 2008 model year with the addition of standard Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD, Diversity Antenna and available factory-activated XM® Satellite Radio (required monthly subscription sold separately).
The starting Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for the 2008 Nissan Altima Sedan 2.5 with 6-speed manual transmission is $18,230. Altima Sedan 2.5 S is offered at $20,080 when equipped with the 6-speed manual transmission and $20,580 with the Xtronic CVT™ (Continuously Variable Transmission).
The 2008 Altima Sedan is also available in three 3.5-liter DOHC V6 models – the Altima Sedan 3.5 SE with 6-speed manual at $24,080; Altima Sedan 3.5 SE with Xtronic CVT™ at $24,580; and Altima Sedan 3.5 SL with Xtronic CVT priced at $28,280.
Built on Nissan's "D" platform, the 2008 Altima Sedan offers dramatic exterior styling, a comfortable well-equipped interior, and a choice of the award-winning VQ-series 3.5-liter V6 or the powerful 2.5-liter inline 4-cylinder backed by a 6-speed manual or Nissan's advanced Xtronic CVT™ (Continuously Variable Transmission) transmissions.
The 2008 Altima also offers a long list of technology features, including standard Intelligent Key with Push Start Ignition, available Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System, RearView Monitor and an advanced touch-screen navigation system.
In addition to the 2008 Altima Sedan, the Altima lineup includes an Altima Hybrid (Hybrid Electric Vehicle) model and the all-new 2008 Altima Coupe version.
In North America, Nissan operations include automotive styling, engineering, consumer and corporate financing, sales and marketing, distribution and manufacturing. More information on Nissan in North America and the complete line of Nissan and Infiniti vehicles can be found online at www.nissannews.com.
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
Jason 3:33AM (8/08/2007)
But what were the minor changes for 2008????
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Kevin 9:59AM (8/08/2007)
because when you finance, or are purchasing a car this $80-250 price difference will hurt your wallet. Actually the financing, and whatever they do to con you will hurt you more
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RockStoneSteel 11:13PM (8/07/2007)
It's seriously lame that Nissan didn't put ABS standard on all current generation Altima's. Even Hyundai puts it standard on all their vehicles except the lowest model of the Accent. And with such a recent redesign, Nissan should have included traction and stability control as standard also.
At least they're making progress. Now they just need to fix their packaging and pricing. Want XM or Sirius satellite radio? That's an extra $4,400 minimum on the Altima S!
Want the auto-dimming mirror, that'll cost you an extra $2,565 since it can only be combined with the "optional" splash guards and the Convenience Package Plus.
Want a GPS nav system? Pony up an extra $7,350 bucks for all the required packages.
One big problem is, in addition to being overpriced, that many of the packages force undesired features such as leather on buyers. Here in the Texas heat, I refuse to have a car with leather. So Nissan loses all that money that I would have otherwise spent on the desirable options.
In all honesty, I think the Altima is a beautiful and capable vehicle. I would seriously considere purchasing if not for the ridiculous packaging and pricing. It's time for manufacturers to go back to the basics and start offering the individual options again. Items such as homelink or stereo upgrades could be simple dealer upgrades. I'd even be willing to order from the factory if I could get what I wanted without having entire packages forced on me.
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icu812ru469 8:22AM (8/08/2007)
Just a marketing way to keep that "starting at" price at a low $20K, but once you added all the "goodies" it's $30K... nice !!!
1337 9:59AM (8/08/2007)
It seems like they're taking a leaf out of BMW's book by charging up the ass for options.
MikeW 12:09AM (8/08/2007)
Did the V6 models get the big front brake rotors they deserve?
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Andy 12:37AM (8/08/2007)
I prefer the coupe...even though it's still front-drive.
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CrunchyCookie 8:07AM (8/08/2007)
To continue the sentiment, once Nissan learns not to make you blow $1,200 on a crappy Bose stereo, 6-disc CD changer, satellite radio, and Bluetooth just to get freakin MP3 PLAYBACK, they can count on a sale to me.
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calebe 8:28AM (8/08/2007)
is that correct? the Automatic 2.5 base model is cheaper than the manual?
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Frank Filipponio 9:18AM (8/08/2007)
Not sure what you mean. The CVTs are $500 more than the 6-speed manuals across the range. The base (non-S) mosel is cheaper than the M/T S, but the CVT-equipped S is $500 more.
Patrick 8:01PM (8/08/2007)
It seems like alot to pay for a Nissan.
Maybe it will be interesting to see how it works though.
Patrick
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Patrick 1:28AM (8/09/2007)
Sounds expensive!
Patrick
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