2006 Nissan Altima New Car Buyer's Guide

What's New for the 2006 Nissan Altima?
Factory-installed satellite radio is available. Otherwise, there are no changes to the 2006 Nissan Altima.

Advantages of the 2006 Nissan Altima:

• Distinctive, upscale exterior
• Roomy interior
• Rates high on the fun-to-drive meter
• Enthusiast-oriented SE-R model

Objections to the 2006 Nissan Altima:

• Elevated amounts of road noise at highway speeds
• SE trim line can ride too rough for some potential owners
• Plenty of torque steer in the 3.5 SE and SE-R models

Editor's Advice:
In 2002, Nissan challenged our perception of what the family sedan could be, taking what was mostly a boring, appliance of a vehicle and transforming it into the third-generation Altima. As an exciting, attractive car with a high degree of desirability and the ability to evoke the passion to drive it hard and fast, the Nissan Altima made the family sedan something to be wanted rather than just needed. Others in the class have subsequently followed the success of this formula, but the Nissan Altima is still a fun-loving alternative to the Honda Accord, Mazda 6 and Mitsubishi Galant. Those seeking a comfortable, supple ride will want to avoid the SE and SE-R trim lines, since they're built for speed junkies with suspensions tuned to deliver performance over comfort.