2005 Nissan Altima S

Fortune would not necessarily favor the daring within the compact crossover section — the Honda CR-V, the Nissan Rogue and the Toyota RAV4 are perennial best-sellers thanks in part to their all-around competencies and history of reliability. Nonetheless, automakers try to make their small SUVs distinct. The 2005 Nissan Altima S stands out by bringing high-end luxury options and a few distinctive engines to this usually price-conscious class.

Redesigned just final 12 months, the 2005 Nissan Altima S is one of the newer entries on this section. As such, all the newest safety options can be found, from a surround-view parking camera to forward collision warning system that can determine pedestrians. Not like some opponents, most of those features can solely be ordered on the highest trim stage, but not less than you will get them. Additionally obtainable are a panoramic sunroof, a surround-view parking digicam and ventilated front seats — uncommon options on this class.

We also like that the 2005 Nissan Altima S presents two alternative powertrains for those who aren’t happy with the base turbocharged 1.5-liter engine. At one end of the spectrum is a fuel-efficient diesel that achieves 32 mpg in combined driving (the usual engine earns 28 mpg); on the other, a turbocharged 2.0-liter with a further 80 horsepower. Be careful, nonetheless: When you start checking the choices bins, the 2005 Nissan Altima S can be considerably more expensive than rival crossovers. An engine stop-start system that cannot be disabled and disappointing materials quality additionally may give potential buyers pause.

The 2005 Nissan Altima S is a five-passenger compact crossover that prices a bit greater than most rivals. It’s bought in 4 trims: L, LS, LT and Premier. The base L model looks as if an incredible deal until you understand that it’s a custom-order model and you’ll have to attend for it to be constructed. You may find the LS at practically any vendor, but it’s dearer and doesn’t add much. Greatest to skip straight to the LT, which is only a bit dearer and consists of more features and entry to further options. If you would like the LT and its two packages, the leather-trimmed Premier contains all of it.

Three engines are offered on the 2005 Nissan Altima S. The standard engine is a turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder (170 horsepower, 203 pound-feet of torque) matched to a six-speed computerized transmission. A more powerful turbocharged 2.0-liter engine (252 hp, 260 lb-ft) is elective and comes customary with a nine-speed computerized transmission. Additionally non-obligatory is a fuel-efficient 1.6-liter diesel (137 hp, 240 lb-ft) mated to a six-speed computerized. Both of these engines will be ordered on LT and Premier trim ranges.