What kind of car to buy for 2008 Altima?
At least not the 2008 period of time. Spend slightly more and buy a Honda or Toyota, or an Acura or Lexus. Much better short-term and long-term reliability with these cars. Was this review helpful? (6) (0)
What kind of engine does a Nissan Altima have?
The mechanic told me the rings are shot in cylinder 3. I saw that Nissan has acknowledged problems with the 2006 Nissan Altima with the 2.5 L engine. Well, the same engine in a car 2 years newer is having the same issues as noted above! I would never buy a Nissan with a 2.5 L engine again!
Is it possible to rebuild a Nissan Altima?
It is difficult to rebuild so you have to spend 3 grand for a new refurbished one at a dealership. Second, the car eats oil at a record pace. 3 quarts in about 1,000 miles! The mechanic told me the rings are shot in cylinder 3. I saw that Nissan has acknowledged problems with the 2006 Nissan Altima with the 2.5 L engine.
How old is the master brake cylinder on a Altima?
The more reliable vehicle, master brake cylinder went out at 70k. 800.00 repair. Both had batteries replaced X4. Previously, I owned a Honda Civic, sold at 13 years old sold with 270K, well maintained, original owner, no problems until 220K miles.
What are the specs of a 2008 Nissan Altima?
Detailed features and specs for the Used 2008 Nissan Altima including fuel economy, transmission, warranty, engine type, cylinders, drivetrain and more. Read reviews, browse our car inventory, and more.
Is the Nissan Altima a good family car?
The Nissan Altima is among our better rated family sedans. The 2.5-liter, four-cylinder delivers better performance than some six-cylinder engines and an impressive 25 mpg overall. The 3.5-liter V6 is very powerful yet delivers 23 mpg overall.
What does the Na mean on a Nissan Altima?
NA indicates that we did not receive a large enough sample size to provide data for a specific year. An X indicates that the vehicle was not manufactured for a specific year. Learn more about car Reliability. The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2008 Nissan Altima owners.
Are there any recalls on the Nissan Altima?
Based on information received from our latest subscriber survey, our reliability history charts give you a rundown on how used vehicles are holding up in 17 potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, and brakes to power equipment and the electrical system. The 2008 Nissan Altima has been recalled 4 times by NHTSA. View Recalls
How old is the brake system on a Nissan Altima?
The braking system one car above and beyond brake pads was spiraling down word. We maintained them with synthetic oil and bought them both 2 years old with 17K and 30K miles. Reliability plummets after getting above 105k in one of the two cars. Steering column went at 103K and it was 1300 to be fixed at a dealership.
Which is better Nissan Altima 2.5 s or 3.5?
The 3.5-liter V6 is very powerful yet delivers 23 mpg overall. The 2.5 S has good handling and absorbs bumps better than the 3.5 SE, which is stiff and jittery, but corners better.