Compare 2015 Nissan Altima specifications by trim levels
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Altima is a 5-seat Sedan from Nissan, which first hit the market back in 1999.
With the price tag ranging from $22,300 to $31,950, the Nissan Altima faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like Chrysler 200, Dodge Avenger.
The Nissan Altima has a maximum towing capacity of 1000 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.
The Nissan Altima boasts the average fuel economy anywhere from 32 to 38 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.
The maximum width and height is 72.00mm x 191.50mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.
Key Specs of 2015 Nissan Altima
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Fuel Tank: 18 gal
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Wheelbase: 109.3 in
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MPG: 27 city/38 hwy
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0-60 mph: 7.7 sec
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Ground clearance: 5.4 in
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Engine: 2.5L I-4
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Towing capacity: 1000 lbs
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Curb: 3108 lbs
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Tires: P215/60TR16.0 BSW AS
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Cargo: 15.4 cu.ft
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Passenger capacity: 5
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Dimensions(LxWxH): 191.5 x 72 x 57.9
2015 Nissan Altima Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures
The Nissan Altima is offered in 7 trim levels. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades
Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about Nissan Altima safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.
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Specs
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Main Info
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Body Style Sedan
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Doors 4
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Engine
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Engine 2.5L I-4,3.5L V-6 DOHC
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Horsepower 182 hp –
270 hp -
Torque 180 lb-ft. –
251 lb-ft. -
Transmission Xtronic 2-spd CVT w/OD
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0-60mph / 0-100kmh 5.9 - 7.7 sec
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1/4 mile time 14.5 - 16.2 sec
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Dimensions
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Length 191.5 in
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Width 72 in
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Height 57.9 in
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Wheelbase 109.3 in
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Curb Weight 3108 lbs
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GVWR 4211 lbs
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Towing capacity 1000 lbs
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Ground clearance 5.4 in
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Turning radius 18.1 ft
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CAPACITY
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Seats 5
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Passenger volume 102
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FUEL
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Fuel tank 18 gal
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City 22 - 27 mpg
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Combined 28 - 33 mpg
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Highway 32 - 38 mpg
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Highway range 576 - 684 mi
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WARRANTY
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Powertrain Warranty 60 months/60,000 miles mths/miles
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Specifications 
2.5 4dr Sedan |
2.5 S 4dr Sedan |
2.5 SV 4dr Sedan |
2.5 SL 4dr Sedan |
Exterior length | |||
191.5 " in | 191.5 " in | 191.5 " in | 191.5 " in |
Exterior body width | |||
72.0 " in | 72.0 " in | 72.0 " in | 72.0 " in |
Exterior height | |||
57.9 " in | 57.9 " in | 57.9 " in | 57.9 " in |
Horsepower | |||
182 @ 6,000 rpm | 182 @ 6,000 rpm | 182 @ 6,000 rpm | 182 @ 6,000 rpm |
Torque | |||
180 @ 4,000 rpm | 180 @ 4,000 rpm | 180 @ 4,000 rpm | 180 @ 4,000 rpm |
Fuel economy - city | |||
27 mpg | 27 mpg | 27 mpg | 27 mpg |
Fuel economy - highway | |||
38 mpg | 38 mpg | 38 mpg | 38 mpg |
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | |||
7.9 seconds | 7.9 seconds | 7.9 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
1/4 mile time | |||
16.2 seconds | 16.2 seconds | 16.2 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
1/4 mile speed | |||
86 mph | 86 mph | 86 mph | 86 mph |
Lateral acceleration (g) | |||
.8 | .8 | .8 | .8 |
Slalom speed | |||
60 mph | 60 mph | 60 mph | 60 mph |
Bore-and-Stroke | |||
3.50/3.94 " | 3.50/3.94 " | 3.50/3.94 " | 3.50/3.94 " |
Curb weight | |||
3,108 lbs. | 3,114 lbs. | 3,121 lbs. | 3,187 lbs. |
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) | |||
4,211 lbs. | 4,211 lbs. | 4,211 lbs. | 4,211 lbs. |
Wheelbase | |||
109.3 " in | 109.3 " in | 109.3 " in | 109.3 " in |
Front track | |||
62.4 " | 62.4 " | 62.4 " | 62.4 " |
Rear track | |||
62.4 " | 62.4 " | 62.4 " | 62.4 " |
Turning radius | |||
18.1 '' | 18.1 '' | 18.7 '' | 18.7 '' |
Front legroom | |||
45.0 " in | 45.0 " in | 45.0 " in | 45.0 " in |
Rear legroom | |||
36.1 " in | 36.1 " in | 36.1 " in | 36.1 " in |
Front headroom | |||
40.0 " in | 40.0 " in | 40.0 " in | 40.0 " in |
Rear headroom | |||
37.1 " in | 37.1 " in | 37.1 " in | 37.1 " in |
Front hip room | |||
54.0 " in | 54.0 " in | 54.0 " in | 54.0 " in |
Rear hip room | |||
52.1 " in | 52.1 " in | 52.1 " in | 52.1 " in |
Front shoulder room | |||
56.4 " in | 56.4 " in | 56.4 " in | 56.4 " in |
Rear shoulder room | |||
56.4 " in | 56.4 " in | 56.4 " in | 56.4 " in |
Luggage volume | |||
15.4 cu.ft. | 15.4 cu.ft. | 15.4 cu.ft. | 15.4 cu.ft. |
Luggage volume (max) | |||
15.4 cu.ft. | 15.4 cu.ft. | 15.4 cu.ft. | 15.4 cu.ft. |
Passenger volume | |||
102 cu.ft. | 102 cu.ft. | 102 cu.ft. | 100 cu.ft. |
Fuel tank | |||
18.0 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 18.0 gal. |
Drag coefficient | |||
.30 | .30 | .30 | .30 |
3.5 S 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SV 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SL 4dr Sedan |
Exterior length | ||
191.5 " in | 191.5 " in | 191.5 " in |
Exterior body width | ||
72.0 " in | 72.0 " in | 72.0 " in |
Exterior height | ||
58.1 " in | 58.1 " in | 58.1 " in |
Horsepower | ||
270 @ 6,400 rpm | 270 @ 6,400 rpm | 270 @ 6,400 rpm |
Torque | ||
251 @ 4,400 rpm | 251 @ 4,400 rpm | 251 @ 4,400 rpm |
Fuel economy - city | ||
22 mpg | 22 mpg | 22 mpg |
Fuel economy - highway | ||
32 mpg | 32 mpg | 32 mpg |
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | ||
5.9 seconds | 5.9 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
1/4 mile time | ||
14.5 seconds | 14.5 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
1/4 mile speed | ||
97 mph | 97 mph | 97 mph |
Lateral acceleration (g) | ||
.9 | .9 | .9 |
Slalom speed | ||
61 mph | 61 mph | 61 mph |
Bore-and-Stroke | ||
3.76/3.20 " | 3.76/3.20 " | 3.76/3.20 " |
Curb weight | ||
3,295 lbs. | 3,323 lbs. | 3,355 lbs. |
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) | ||
4,381 lbs. | 4,381 lbs. | 4,381 lbs. |
Wheelbase | ||
109.3 " in | 109.3 " in | 109.3 " in |
Front track | ||
62.0 " | 62.0 " | 62.0 " |
Rear track | ||
62.0 " | 62.0 " | 62.0 " |
Turning radius | ||
18.7 '' | 18.7 '' | 18.7 '' |
Front legroom | ||
45.0 " in | 45.0 " in | 45.0 " in |
Rear legroom | ||
36.1 " in | 36.1 " in | 36.1 " in |
Front headroom | ||
40.0 " in | 39.1 " in | 39.1 " in |
Rear headroom | ||
37.1 " in | 37.1 " in | 37.1 " in |
Front hip room | ||
54.0 " in | 54.0 " in | 54.0 " in |
Rear hip room | ||
52.1 " in | 52.1 " in | 52.1 " in |
Front shoulder room | ||
56.4 " in | 56.4 " in | 56.4 " in |
Rear shoulder room | ||
56.4 " in | 56.4 " in | 56.4 " in |
Luggage volume | ||
15.4 cu.ft. | 15.4 cu.ft. | 15.4 cu.ft. |
Luggage volume (max) | ||
15.4 cu.ft. | 15.4 cu.ft. | 15.4 cu.ft. |
Passenger volume | ||
102 cu.ft. | 100 cu.ft. | 100 cu.ft. |
Fuel tank | ||
18.0 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 18.0 gal. |
Drag coefficient | ||
.30 | .30 | .30 |
Interior Features 
2.5 4dr Sedan |
2.5 S 4dr Sedan |
2.5 SV 4dr Sedan |
2.5 SL 4dr Sedan |
Air conditioning, front | |||
manual | manual | dual zone automatic | dual zone automatic |
Clock | |||
in-radio display | in-radio display | in-radio display | in-radio display |
Cupholders | |||
front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
Gear shift knob trim | |||
urethane | urethane | leather/chrome | leather/chrome |
12V DC power outlet | |||
2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Overhead console | |||
mini with storage | mini with storage | mini with storage | mini with storage |
Floor console | |||
full | full | full | full |
Floor mats | |||
carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear |
Front windows | |||
power | power | power | power |
Rear windows | |||
power | power | power | power |
1-touch window up | |||
driver | driver | driver | driver and passenger |
1-touch window down | |||
driver | driver | driver | driver and passenger |
Instrumentation | |||
analog | analog | analog | analog |
Lighting - map lights | |||
front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
Lighting - dome light | |||
regular | fade | fade | fade |
Rear view mirror | |||
day-night | day-night | day-night | auto-dimming day-night |
Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors | |||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Fuel door release | |||
mechanical | mechanical | mechanical | mechanical |
Remote trunk release | |||
power | power | power | power |
Seatback storage pockets | |||
1 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Steering wheel material | |||
urethane | urethane | leather/metal-look | leather/metal-look |
Lighter elements | |||
front | front | front | front |
Illuminated vanity mirrors | |||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | – |
3.5 S 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SV 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SL 4dr Sedan |
Air conditioning, front | ||
manual | dual zone automatic | dual zone automatic |
Clock | ||
in-radio display | in-radio display | in-radio display |
Cupholders | ||
front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
Gear shift knob trim | ||
urethane | leather/chrome | leather/chrome |
12V DC power outlet | ||
2 | 2 | 2 |
Overhead console | ||
mini with storage | mini with storage | mini with storage |
Floor console | ||
full | full | full |
Floor mats | ||
carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear |
Front windows | ||
power | power | power |
Rear windows | ||
power | power | power |
1-touch window up | ||
driver | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
1-touch window down | ||
driver | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Instrumentation | ||
analog | analog | analog |
Lighting - map lights | ||
front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
Lighting - dome light | ||
fade | fade | fade |
Illuminated vanity mirrors | ||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Rear view mirror | ||
day-night | auto-dimming day-night | auto-dimming day-night |
Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors | ||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Fuel door release | ||
mechanical | mechanical | mechanical |
Remote trunk release | ||
power | power | power |
Seatback storage pockets | ||
2 | 2 | 2 |
Steering wheel material | ||
urethane | leather/metal-look | leather/metal-look |
Lighter elements | ||
front | front | front |
Exterior Features 
2.5 4dr Sedan |
2.5 S 4dr Sedan |
2.5 SV 4dr Sedan |
2.5 SL 4dr Sedan |
Antenna | |||
window grid | window grid | window grid | window grid |
Body material | |||
galvanized steel/aluminum | galvanized steel/aluminum | galvanized steel/aluminum | galvanized steel/aluminum |
Paint | |||
clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone |
Grille trim | |||
black w/chrome surround | black w/chrome surround | black w/chrome surround | black w/chrome surround |
Door count | |||
4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Rear cargo door | |||
trunk | trunk | trunk | trunk |
Tinted windows | |||
light | light | light | light |
Rear window type | |||
fixed | fixed | fixed | fixed |
Mirrors | |||
dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote |
Front tires | |||
P215/60TR16.0 BSW AS | P215/60TR16.0 BSW AS | P215/55VR17.0 BSW AS | P215/55VR17.0 BSW AS |
Wheels | |||
16" steel | 16" steel | 17" silver aluminum | 17" silver aluminum |
Spare tire and wheel | |||
compact steel | compact steel | compact steel | compact steel |
Windshield wipers - front | |||
variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent |
Spoiler | |||
lip | lip | lip | – |
Bodyside mouldings | |||
body-colored | body-colored | body-colored | – |
Fog/driving lights | |||
front | front | – | – |
Sunroof | |||
1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass | 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass | – | – |
3.5 S 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SV 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SL 4dr Sedan |
Antenna | ||
window grid | window grid | window grid |
Body material | ||
galvanized steel/aluminum | galvanized steel/aluminum | galvanized steel/aluminum |
Paint | ||
clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone |
Grille trim | ||
black w/chrome surround | black w/chrome surround | black w/chrome surround |
Door count | ||
4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Rear cargo door | ||
trunk | trunk | trunk |
Tinted windows | ||
light | light | light |
Rear window type | ||
fixed | fixed | fixed |
Mirrors | ||
dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote |
Front tires | ||
P235/45VR18.0 BSW AS | P235/45VR18.0 BSW AS | P235/45VR18.0 BSW AS |
Wheels | ||
18" silver aluminum | 18" silver aluminum | 18" silver aluminum |
Spare tire and wheel | ||
compact steel | compact steel | compact steel |
Windshield wipers - front | ||
variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent |
Bodyside mouldings | ||
body-colored | body-colored | body-colored |
Fog/driving lights | ||
front | front | – |
Sunroof | ||
1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass | 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass | – |
Spoiler | ||
lip | lip | – |
Seats 
2.5 4dr Sedan |
2.5 S 4dr Sedan |
2.5 SV 4dr Sedan |
2.5 SL 4dr Sedan |
Front seat type | |||
bucket | bucket | bucket | bucket |
Standard seating | |||
5 passengers | 5 passengers | 5 passengers | 5 passengers |
Front driver seat direction controls | |||
6-way | 6-way | 8-way power | 8-way power |
Front passenger seat direction controls | |||
4-way | 4-way | 4-way | 4-way power |
Front armrests | |||
center | center | center | center |
Front head restraints | |||
adjustable | adjustable | adjustable | adjustable |
Rear seats | |||
60-40 bench | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench |
Rear head restraints | |||
3 - fixed | 3 - fixed | 3 - fixed | 3 - adjustable |
Seat trim | |||
cloth | cloth | cloth | leather |
Lumbar support | |||
driver | driver | – | – |
Heated front seats | |||
driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | – | – | – |
3.5 S 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SV 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SL 4dr Sedan |
Front seat type | ||
bucket | bucket | bucket |
Standard seating | ||
5 passengers | 5 passengers | 5 passengers |
Front driver seat direction controls | ||
6-way power | 8-way power | 8-way power |
Front passenger seat direction controls | ||
4-way | 4-way | 4-way power |
Front armrests | ||
center | center | center |
Front head restraints | ||
adjustable | adjustable | adjustable |
Rear seats | ||
60-40 bench | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench |
Rear head restraints | ||
3 - fixed | 3 - fixed | 3 - adjustable |
Seat trim | ||
cloth | cloth | leather |
Lumbar support | ||
driver | driver | – |
Heated front seats | ||
driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | – | – |
Entertainment System 
2.5 4dr Sedan |
2.5 S 4dr Sedan |
2.5 SV 4dr Sedan |
2.5 SL 4dr Sedan |
Radio | |||
AM/FM stereo, seek-scan | AM/FM stereo, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan |
CD player | |||
in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single |
Speakers | |||
6 | 6 | 6 | 9 Bose |
1st row LCD screen | |||
1 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
Navigation system | |||
yes with voice activation | yes with voice activation | – | – |
3.5 S 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SV 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SL 4dr Sedan |
Radio | ||
SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan |
CD player | ||
in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single |
Speakers | ||
6 | 6 | 9 Bose |
1st row LCD screen | ||
2 | 2 | 2 |
Navigation system | ||
yes with voice activation | yes with voice activation | – |
Safety and Security Features 
2.5 4dr Sedan |
2.5 S 4dr Sedan |
2.5 SV 4dr Sedan |
2.5 SL 4dr Sedan |
Airbags, frontal | |||
driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger |
Airbags, side impact | |||
seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger |
Airbags, side curtain | |||
curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row |
Traction control | |||
ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline |
Height adjustable seatbelts | |||
front | front | front | front |
Seatbelt pre-tensioners | |||
front | front | front | front |
Headlights | |||
halogen | halogen | halogen | halogen |
Exterior light control | |||
auto off | fully automatic | fully automatic | fully automatic |
Door curb lights | |||
2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Remote keyless entry | |||
keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) |
Door locks | |||
power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock |
3.5 S 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SV 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SL 4dr Sedan |
Airbags, frontal | ||
driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger |
Airbags, side impact | ||
seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger |
Airbags, side curtain | ||
curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row |
Traction control | ||
ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline |
Height adjustable seatbelts | ||
front | front | front |
Seatbelt pre-tensioners | ||
front | front | front |
Headlights | ||
halogen | halogen | high intensity low beam, Xenon |
Exterior light control | ||
fully automatic | fully automatic | fully automatic |
Door curb lights | ||
2 | 2 | 2 |
Remote keyless entry | ||
keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) |
Door locks | ||
power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock |
Mechanical Features 
2.5 4dr Sedan |
2.5 S 4dr Sedan |
2.5 SV 4dr Sedan |
2.5 SL 4dr Sedan |
Engine | |||
2.5L I-4 | 2.5L I-4 | 2.5L I-4 | 2.5L I-4 |
Engine - valvetrain | |||
DOHC | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
Brakes | |||
4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc |
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | |||
4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
Drive type | |||
front-wheel | front-wheel | front-wheel | front-wheel |
Exhaust | |||
stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel |
Steering | |||
rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion |
Suspension tuning | |||
regular | regular | regular | regular |
Front suspension type | |||
strut | strut | strut | strut |
Front shocks | |||
gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
Front springs | |||
coil | coil | coil | coil |
Rear suspension type | |||
multi-link | multi-link | multi-link | multi-link |
Rear shocks | |||
gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
Rear springs | |||
coil | coil | coil | coil |
Transmission | |||
Xtronic 2-spd CVT w/OD | Xtronic 2-spd CVT w/OD | Xtronic 2-spd CVT w/OD | Xtronic 2-spd CVT w/OD |
Axle ratio | |||
4.83 | 4.83 | 4.83 | 4.83 |
3.5 S 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SV 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SL 4dr Sedan |
Engine | ||
3.5L V-6 | 3.5L V-6 | 3.5L V-6 |
Engine - valvetrain | ||
DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
Brakes | ||
4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc |
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | ||
4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
Drive type | ||
front-wheel | front-wheel | front-wheel |
Exhaust | ||
stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel |
Steering | ||
rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion |
Suspension tuning | ||
regular | regular | regular |
Front suspension type | ||
strut | strut | strut |
Front shocks | ||
gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
Front springs | ||
coil | coil | coil |
Rear suspension type | ||
multi-link | multi-link | multi-link |
Rear shocks | ||
gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
Rear springs | ||
coil | coil | coil |
Transmission | ||
Xtronic 2-spd CVT w/OD | Xtronic 2-spd CVT w/OD | Xtronic 2-spd CVT w/OD |
Axle ratio | ||
4.68 | 4.68 | 4.68 |
Other Specs 
2.5 4dr Sedan |
2.5 S 4dr Sedan |
2.5 SV 4dr Sedan |
2.5 SL 4dr Sedan |
Maximum towing capacity | |||
1000 lbs. | 1000 lbs. | 1000 lbs. | 1000 lbs. |
3.5 S 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SV 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SL 4dr Sedan |
Maximum towing capacity | ||
1000 lbs. | 1000 lbs. | 1000 lbs. |