Nissan Altima Coupe - Opinions?

Prelude2Si · 06-14-2008, 09:48 PM

what do you guys think of the new Nissan Altima Coupes? I love my Si & all but eventually I think I want to go back to a coupe....I just like the sportiness of 2-door cars...

would you ever trade an 08 FA5 TW for a 08 Nissan Altima Coupe 4cyl. 6spd, w/ some options on it?

willowofwisp · 06-14-2008, 09:50 PM

i think the 4 cylinder is a 5 speed not a 6? i know a kid with a v6 6 speed altima coupe i have ridden in it a few times, its pretty nice, and quick to

kicker18 · 06-14-2008, 10:02 PM

It's a nice vehicle, but I just don't like the styling. You should get a coupe si!

get em · 06-14-2008, 10:08 PM

id rather get the accord coupe six speed thats nicer imo

Detox · 06-14-2008, 11:11 PM

I can tell you this first hand, my g/f has an 08 altima coupe and driving that compared to my si is not even a comparison. This car is, and feels so much bigger, clunkier, and dull compared to the fg2. The cvt is just plain weird (i realize you said 5spd.) The only comparison where the altima would gain my thumbs up would be the ride, it does ride very nice for an affordable car and she does get good mileage with hers. Another area where I feel the si is the winner is visability. The altima you really sit down in the drivers seat where the si is more upright and feels better imo. The trunk space in the altima is also a disappointment. While it is wide, it is way too shallow. Hope this helps and does not seem like I'm bashing the altima, it is a good car and she's had no problems with hers thus far, she has almost 30K on hers and she is really happy with it. I just believe that these cars are in a different comparo category

eriplex · 06-14-2008, 11:49 PM

I've debated this myself, but opted against it. I also love coupes. But with a car that size, you might as well get a sedan. Plus, the Altima sedan has a better crash test rating. It's all up to personal preference.

liquidr1 · 06-15-2008, 12:15 AM

The accord coupe v6 is much nicer looking

SLrocket · 06-15-2008, 12:21 AM

accord coupe also rapes the altima in all performance aspects.

Prelude2Si · 06-15-2008, 11:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SLrocket

accord coupe also rapes the altima in all performance aspects.

what about in the 4cyl version?
& what about looks-wise?
u think the accord coupe LOOKS BETTER than the altima b/c I dont know about that one...the accord coupe is pretty huge & had a fat rear end w/ too much chrome.

Lok0622 · 06-15-2008, 11:49 AM

V6 accord FTW =)

**firmhonda** · 06-15-2008, 11:55 AM

I like the altima coupe. Hell, I would really have a hard time choosing between the accord coupe and the altima coupe. To be honest, I think that it would purely come down to whichever one I could get for a better deal.

[edit] Oh, added a poll too.

liquidr1 · 06-15-2008, 12:29 PM

If your really stuck on getting a nissan coupe, i really think you will be happier with the Z

SiCivic83 · 06-15-2008, 01:02 PM

The Altima coupe isn't even a choice for me. I would rather go for a 350Z or G37. I doubt that car is as fun to drive as the Si.

stealth · 06-15-2008, 01:05 PM

It depends what kind of drive you are looking for. Somewhat luxurious comfortable cruiser, or spirited driving beast...

NickC89 · 06-15-2008, 01:11 PM

The 2.5 is a 6 speed and the top speed gov. is around 110mph. My dad has the sedan, and its pretty comfortable.

kgeier82 · 06-15-2008, 01:41 PM

id never buy a nissan altima. that thing looks terrible on the outside.

not to mention the resale just plumits on those. The only nissan id consider is the Z, and even then, id be hard pressed not to go with the 2dr accord v6.

Firestrife · 06-15-2008, 01:43 PM

If its not a v6 i dont think it would be that much worth it to trade an si in for.

KingMarineM16a4 · 06-15-2008, 01:49 PM

I think he wants the 4cyl for the gas mileage. No matter how many times yall recommend the V6 he still says he wants the 4cyl, so just drop it.

Firestrife · 06-15-2008, 01:53 PM

Well if he wants gas mileage a 2.5 liter engine doesnt get much better gas mileage from the get go. And I dont see a big definite reason to really change.

KingMarineM16a4 · 06-15-2008, 01:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Firestrife

Well if he wants gas mileage a 2.5 liter engine doesnt get much better gas mileage from the get go. And I dont see a big definite reason to really change.

I don't see why he wasted his time buying a FA5 if he wanted a coupe...

View Poll Results: Altima Coupe
I like it, go for it	14	40.00%
lol wut. You're crazy.	21	60.00%
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willowofwisp Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Newport Age: 20 Posts: 483 Dave iTrader: 1 / 100%	i think the 4 cylinder is a 5 speed not a 6? i know a kid with a v6 6 speed altima coupe i have ridden in it a few times, its pretty nice, and quick to

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kicker18 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Kentucky Posts: 366 Sean iTrader: 0 / 0%	It's a nice vehicle, but I just don't like the styling. You should get a coupe si!

06-14-2008, 10:08 PM	#4 (permalink)
get em Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: north bab Age: 21 Posts: 1,299 rob iTrader: 2 / 100%	id rather get the accord coupe six speed thats nicer imo

06-14-2008, 11:11 PM	#5 (permalink)
Detox Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Hummelstown PA Posts: 382 Timmy T. iTrader: 0 / 0%	I can tell you this first hand, my g/f has an 08 altima coupe and driving that compared to my si is not even a comparison. This car is, and feels so much bigger, clunkier, and dull compared to the fg2. The cvt is just plain weird (i realize you said 5spd.) The only comparison where the altima would gain my thumbs up would be the ride, it does ride very nice for an affordable car and she does get good mileage with hers. Another area where I feel the si is the winner is visability. The altima you really sit down in the drivers seat where the si is more upright and feels better imo. The trunk space in the altima is also a disappointment. While it is wide, it is way too shallow. Hope this helps and does not seem like I'm bashing the altima, it is a good car and she's had no problems with hers thus far, she has almost 30K on hers and she is really happy with it. I just believe that these cars are in a different comparo category

06-14-2008, 11:49 PM	#6 (permalink)
eriplex Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Baltimore Age: 18 Posts: 422 Erica iTrader: 0 / 0%	I've debated this myself, but opted against it. I also love coupes. But with a car that size, you might as well get a sedan. Plus, the Altima sedan has a better crash test rating. It's all up to personal preference.

06-15-2008, 12:15 AM	#7 (permalink)
liquidr1 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Greensboro NC Age: 24 Posts: 1,534 Dustin iTrader: 0 / 0%	The accord coupe v6 is much nicer looking

06-15-2008, 12:21 AM	#8 (permalink)
SLrocket Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 104 iTrader: 0 / 0%	accord coupe also rapes the altima in all performance aspects.

06-15-2008, 11:49 AM	#10 (permalink)
Lok0622 Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: T.O Posts: 125 iTrader: 0 / 0%	V6 accord FTW =)

06-15-2008, 12:29 PM	#12 (permalink)
liquidr1 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Greensboro NC Age: 24 Posts: 1,534 Dustin iTrader: 0 / 0%	If your really stuck on getting a nissan coupe, i really think you will be happier with the Z

06-15-2008, 01:02 PM	#13 (permalink)
SiCivic83 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: East Bay Area Age: 25 Posts: 707 iTrader: 0 / 0%	The Altima coupe isn't even a choice for me. I would rather go for a 350Z or G37. I doubt that car is as fun to drive as the Si.

06-15-2008, 01:05 PM	#14 (permalink)
stealth Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Montreal Posts: 1,272 iTrader: 3 / 100%	It depends what kind of drive you are looking for. Somewhat luxurious comfortable cruiser, or spirited driving beast...

06-15-2008, 01:11 PM	#15 (permalink)
NickC89 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: USF / Ft.Myers, FL Age: 19 Posts: 3,596 iTrader: 5 / 100%	The 2.5 is a 6 speed and the top speed gov. is around 110mph. My dad has the sedan, and its pretty comfortable.

06-15-2008, 01:41 PM	#16 (permalink)
kgeier82 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 186 iTrader: 0 / 0%	id never buy a nissan altima. that thing looks terrible on the outside. not to mention the resale just plumits on those. The only nissan id consider is the Z, and even then, id be hard pressed not to go with the 2dr accord v6.

06-15-2008, 01:43 PM	#17 (permalink)
Firestrife Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Gainesville, FL Age: 20 Posts: 3,369 Keenan iTrader: 9 / 100%	If its not a v6 i dont think it would be that much worth it to trade an si in for.

06-15-2008, 01:49 PM	#18 (permalink)
KingMarineM16a4 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Arlington, Texas Age: 19 Posts: 5,756 David iTrader: 0 / 0%	I think he wants the 4cyl for the gas mileage. No matter how many times yall recommend the V6 he still says he wants the 4cyl, so just drop it.

06-15-2008, 01:53 PM	#19 (permalink)
Firestrife Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Gainesville, FL Age: 20 Posts: 3,369 Keenan iTrader: 9 / 100%	Well if he wants gas mileage a 2.5 liter engine doesnt get much better gas mileage from the get go. And I dont see a big definite reason to really change.