Nissan introduced a hybrid version of the Altima, but unfortunately it has not lived up to the car company's expectations. The hybrid Altima has been available only in several states in the U.S.A., and it seems that Nissan would have trouble in expanding sales nationwide. The decision to cease production of the hybrid Altima has been balanced by the development of the Leaf, which is an electric car that is much more fuel efficient.
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One can find reviews from genuine consumers on the Nissan Altima Hybrid via websites such as Edmunds, RankingsandReviews, TheCarConnection, Auto123 and All State.
According to the official Nissan website, the Altima 2.5 and 2.5 S get between 23mpg (city) and 32mpg (hwy), the Altima 3.5 SR gets between 20mpg (city) and 27 mpg (hwy), and the hybrid gets between 35mpg (city) and 33mpg (hwy)
Purchasing a new Nissan Altima Hybrid would mean being prepared for a pricetag starting at about $16,500 and up. Shopping around your local dealers could help you find the deal which suits you best.
Of the five total Nissan Altima versions, the Hybrid model is the premium one. In fact, the Nissan Altima Hybrid comes with the highest starting price, and for good reasons. The 158 horsepower 4 cylinder engine works a 40 hp electric motor, and Nickely Metal Hydride battery to deliver a fuel economy of up to 33 miles per gallon in the city and the highway. The Hybrid Altima is also equipped with an improved electronic CVT transmission system, which is better than the standard Xtronic CVT by Nissan.
Don't look for a 2012 Nissan Altima hybrid because you simply won't find any. The Japanese manufacturer has stopped making hybrid Altimas for the 2012 model year. During its five-year run as Nissan's only hybrid model, it only received mild praise from the automotive industry. With nothing except the LEAF as a hybrid vehicle, Nissan seems to be allowing this technology to fall by the wayside.
A 2009 Altima ranges from 23 to 32 miles per gallon, while a 2010 Nissan Altima V6 gets between 18 MPG (city) to 27 MPG (highway). The 2010 Altima Hybrid's mileage per gallon goes from 42 to 36. The 4-cylinder 2010 Nissan Altima gets 23 city MPG and 32 highway MPG. The Altima hybrid gets 35 city MPG and 33 highway MPG. The Altima's start at $19,900.
With the demand for hybrid vehicles rising, most car manufacturers try to keep up with what consumers want. Since 2007, Nissans only hybrid vehicle available was the Altima Hybrid. After its 2011 model, Nissan will stop selling its Altima Hybrid. Unfortunately, this was Nissans only attempt at the hybrid vehicle and was only available in nine states in the US. It was never able to compete in the highly competitive hybrid market.
The Toyota Pruis has the best gas milage out of all the hybrid cars. The Honda Civis Hybrid, Ford Fusion Hybrid and Nissan Altima also have very good gas milage.
These are some cars available in the US: * Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid * Honda Civic * Lexus RX400h * Nissan Altima Hybrid * Toyota Hybrid-X Concept * Toyota Prius
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Looks like both Hertz and Avis have Camry's and Altima Hybrids in their fleet. Depends on your location whether they'll have one available, and they don't come cheap.