Nissan Altima impresses with its good looks, spaciousness
The all-new 2019 Nissan Altima 2.0lt Turbo and 2.5lt version have received high praises for its classy design, fuel economy, driving performance, technology and comfortability from owners. Nissan Altima has been appealing to a wider audience due to its modern good looks, striking exterior, colour range, spaciousness and fashionable interior. Its powerful high-performance engine and a range of other options has added to its attractiveness.
The Nissan Altima 2.0lt Turbo, which has a new standard of design, driving enjoyment and technology has been creating waves within the mid-size sedan segment since its launch. The sedan’s advanced VC-Turbo engine – the company's first production-ready variable compression ratio engine – is one of the most advanced internal combustion engines ever created. Similarly, Nissan Altima 2.5lt features expressive styling, an uplifting interior, two new powertrains, and advanced Nissan Intelligent Mobility features.
Fahad al Abri who recently bought a Nissan Altima 2.0lt Turbo, said, “Its state-of-the-art engineering offers those who drive it an effortless power while furthering remarkable fuel economy. Nissan Altima is confirmation that a blend of beauty, power and efficiency is feasible. Nissan Altima has seen a wideranging refresh and wears a remarkable new look and advanced new safety features for those seeking a more focused driving experience.”
Hasan al Balushi from Nizwa, a long-term owner of Nissan Altima is a fan of the vehicle’s smooth performance and drive said, “With its advanced technology and in-built design, Nissan Altima is a pleasure to drive. Above all Nissan Altima has an ‘energetic flow’ exterior styling theme and ‘gliding wing’ interior layout, ‘class leading fuel economy’ and ‘improved driving dynamics’ and ‘safety technology’.”
Mohammed Rehman, who lives in Sohar loves taking his family on long drives in his Nissan Altima 2.5lt. He says, “It is an ideally designed car for families. While Nissan Altima is an ideal pick for a fuel-efficient car it also offers impressive space, great comfort and safety features. The Nissan Altima also offers outstanding drive, enhanced handling, acceleration and thoughtful technology solutions not currently found in the segment.”
A senior spokesperson for Suhail Bahwan Automobiles (SBA) said, “We are delighted to hear that our customers are enjoying their Nissan Altima ownership experience. The Nissan Altima 2.0 has the world’s first variable compression turbo engine. The engine is so smart that it anticipates what the driver wants. The Altima’s all-new shape-shifting VC-turbo engine lets the driver enjoy a lot. Nissan Altima 2.5lt unlocks the pure joy of driving through its innovative latest technology and Nissan Intelligent Mobility feature that responds to the world around in real time. With its class-leading offering, we are confident that Nissan Altima will be an increasingly dominant player in the midsized sedan segment attracting new private and business customers. All new Altima is a premium mid-size sedan like no other.”
Powered by an innovative 248 horsepower, 2.0lt, turbocharged variable compression, four-cylinder engine, Nissan Altima continuously adjusts its compression ratio to optimise power and efficiency. Whether its turbocharged power that pushes you back in your seat or efficiency that sips fuel, even in city streets, Altima’s All-New shapeshifting VC-Turbo engine gives you the best of both worlds. The sedan is a complete technological package – it over delivers on the basics, boasts features and innovative technologies never seen in its class before.
The VC-Turbo engine has been developed after years of research and consumer feedback. It seamlessly changes its compression ratio between 8:1 (for high performance) and 14:1 (for high efficiency) – with an advanced multi-link system continuously raising or lowering the pistons' reach to transform the compression ratio. While a high compression ratio gives greater efficiency, a low compression ratio allows for greater power and torque and avoids knocking.
The VC-Turbo engine utilises both multi-point injection and direct injection to balance efficiency and power in all conditions. The Direct Injection Gasoline (DIG) system improves combustion efficiency and performance, and enables the engine to avoid knocking at higher compression ratios, while the multi-point injection mixes fuel and air earlier, enabling complete combustion in the chamber for greater efficiency at low engine loads. The engine also contributes to lower NVH and improved emissions. The VC-Turbo engine is assembled in Japan.
Nissan Altima 2019 also comes standard with a traditional 2.5lt, four-cylinder engine. The new 2.5lt inline 4-cylinder, which is standard on all 2019 Altima grades, utilises more than 80 per cent new or redesigned parts.