Used 1997 Nissan Altima for Sale Nationwide
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Overview
The Nissan Altima did not change for the 1997 model year. Later in the year, Nissan offered a 1997 1/2 model that included side-impact door beams to meet federal regulations. A new Altima was on tap for 1998.
The 1997 and 1997 1/2 Altima came in four trim levels: the base XE, the midrange GXE, the sporty SE, and the luxurious GLE. All Altimas in the lineup shared a 2.4 liter, 150 horsepower four cylinder engine. Fuel economy is 21/29 mpg.
Drivers like the 1997 Nissan Altima because it is a good value, gets good gas mileage, and is extremely reliable. Some drivers find that it can be cramped for larger drivers and passengers, and others have had problems with the paint chipping.
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Nick S
Reviewed a 1997 Nissan GXE on Jul 2, 2008
Decent acceleration, handles great, brakes confidently. Pretty good build quality, it's still held up after all of these years. Good gas mileage, low maintenance, and to be honest, you can make anything fun to drive. It just amounts to how big your balls are.
Anonymous
Reviewed a 1997 Nissan GXE on Sep 3, 2014
I like how quick it is and how much power it feels like it has, It handles very well and looks great especially when it was just washed!! I can drive forever without having to get gas and thats a good time
Matt M
Reviewed a 1997 Nissan GXE on Jun 27, 2008
I love this car, it could have a little more get-up and go, but besides that the brakes are more than adequate and it handles great! Solid build quality, the interior never gets boring to stare at and it is not a "surprise!" car like we all know Alfas can be. I added some H&R springs, Tokico struts, Nissan Sentra SE-R 17's, a Magnaflow muffler and K&N intake, and a Fidanza short-throw shifter, couldn't be happier!
Jitendra C
Reviewed a 1997 Nissan GXE on Apr 10, 2008
Using it since past 1 year and had almost no problems so far.
1997 Nissan Altima Trims
| Trim type | MSRP |
|---|---|
| GLE (1997.5) | $21,369 |
| GLE | $21,469 |
| XE | $16,119 |
| XE (1997.5) | $16,319 |
| GXE | $17,469 |
| GXE (1997.5) | $17,869 |
| SE | $19,769 |
| SE (1997.5) | $20,169 |
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