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2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid Sedan

July 5th, 2011 | Author: Masood

2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid Sedan

2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid Sedan

2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid Sedan

2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid Sedan

2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid Sedan

2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid Sedan

2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid Sedan

2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid Sedan

2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid Sedan

2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid Sedan

2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid Sedan

2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid Sedan

What’s New for 2011
After a facelift inside and cool last year, the Nissan Altima Hybrid 2011 has not changed.2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid Sedan
Presentation
Four years after its introduction, continues Nissan Altima Hybrid to set the pace of family sedans sports gasoline-electric. Curved metal plate, tight suspension tuning and power not joking Altima Hybrid less a social statement and a statement that a hybrid should not be one-way ticket to Dullsville.
Through a licensing agreement with Toyota, the 2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid by some components with the Toyota Camry hybrid. But the center is the 2.5-liter four-cylinder from the regular Altima, and is connected to a 40 hp electric motor and transmission, electronically controlled continuously variable (CVT).
The end result is a fast sedan that exceed Camry Hybrid is still the same impressive 34 mpg overall estimate of EPA fuel economy. The Altima Hybrid with other estimates of the EPA – 35 mpg city/33 highway – even surpass the conventional gas engine sibling is 23 city/32 mpg highway performance. However, the hybrid model adds a premium of nearly $ 5000 on a well-equipped Altima S. Tack on one or more packages and options differentiated Altima Hybrid is rapidly losing its price advantage for the Ford Fusion Hybrid and Camry Hybrid.
The other disadvantage is that the big Nissan Altima Hybrid will sell only a handful of states. For most people Fusion Hybrid, which offers similar performance and better mileage (although a second slower from zero to 60 km / h in our tests) will be a better choice. You should also check the brand new Hyundai Sonata and Kia Optima Hybrid seeking to oust the Nissan with respect to fuel economy. Overall, the Altima Hybrid is still a solid choice for a hybrid, but realistically, its appeal is limited.2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid Sedan
Body styles, trim levels and options
2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid sedan is available in one trim level. Standard equipment includes 16-inch alloy wheels, full power accessories, tilt-telescopic steering wheel, keyless ignition / entry, dual-zone automatic climate control, a unique hybrid instruments and six speaker CD audio and auxiliary audio jack.
The options are grouped into three packages, each package that requires the purchase of the former. The Convenience Package includes a seat in a way eight-way power driver, automatic headlamps, rear spoiler, folding mirrors with integrated turn signals, and a leather steering wheel with audio controls.
Premium Package adds a sunroof, heated side mirrors, leather upholstery, heated front seats, rear air conditioning vents, Bluetooth, and a nine-speaker Bose audio system with six-CD/MP3 changer, iPod / USB audio interface, satellite radio, rearview mirrors and a color monitor.
The Technology Package adds a navigation system with hard drive-based traffic information in real time, storing digital music, streaming Bluetooth audio and a hybrid LCD display energy and fuel flow.
Engines and performance
The hybrid powertrain combines the Altima a modified version of the basic 2.5-liter four-cylinder car (making 158 hp in this application) and an electric motor, 40 hp and 199 lb-ft of torque. A specialized CVT is standard. The essence and power plants operate one at a time or together, depending on road conditions to maximize fuel economy and power. Working in unison, they make 198 hp.2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid Sedan
The EPA estimated fuel economy of the hybrid Altima 35 mpg city/33 mpg highway and 34 mpg in combined driving, the comparable figures for the Camry Hybrid, but lower than the hybrid Fusion. Another advantage for the Altima Hybrid is its classification as an Advanced Technology Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle, which means it is a cleaner fuel cars on the road. In performance tests, recorded the Altima Hybrid from zero to 60 mph in 7.6 seconds an impressive, making it the fastest of the class.
Security
Standard safety equipment for the 2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid includes disc brakes with ABS, traction and stability control, side airbags for front seats, airbags front and rear side curtain front and active safety head restraints.
Nissan Altima Hybrid is rated using the new government, the staunchest 2011 Crash Test Mode According to the 2010 votes (which are not directly comparable with the new method), has earned the highest score possible in all frontal and side impact tests. Insurance Institute for Highway Safety awarded the first Altima Hybrid “Good”, as well as the frontal impact and side protection. In this agency, a new roof crush test, the Altima scored rating of “acceptable”, the second highest of four.
Interior Design and Special Features
The Altima Hybrid offers a spacious cabin with quality materials at par with the merger and is better than the Camry. Interior storage is abundant, multi-compartment bins.
The front seats are comfortable and supportive, but rear seats can be uncomfortable for frequent travelers. The rear seat cushion is mounted very close to the ground and the commitment of a leg support for larger ones. Cargo space is also limited by the battery of the hybrid. Compared to the Altima trunk capacity of 15 cubic feet, the ability of the hybrids is reduced to nine cubes.
Guide
For 2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid is a green car that is not completely suck the life out of the pipe. Although it is not a sports sedan in the traditional sense, but manages to keep much of the acceleration and sharp handling capacity of gasoline four-cylinder Altima. Lovers will appreciate the control, which is particularly accurate for a hybrid car, while providing comments respectable 2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid Sedan.