2009 Altima “Highest Ranked Midsize Car in Initial Quality” by J.D. Power and Associates. [1]
The J.D. Power and Associates Initial Quality Study (IQS) serves as the industry benchmark for new-vehicle quality measured at 90 days of ownership. J.D. Power and Associates says: “Initial quality has been shown over the years to be an excellent predictor of long-term durability...” [1]
[1] The Nissan Altima received the lowest number of problems per 100 vehicles among midsize cars in the proprietary J.D. Power and Associates 2009 Initial Quality StudySM. Study based on responses from 80,930 new-vehicle owners, measuring 245 models and measures opinions after 90 days of ownership. Proprietary study results are based on experiences and perceptions of owners surveyed in February-May 2009. Your experiences may vary. Visit jdpower.com.
[2] Government star ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) New Car Assessment Program (www.safercar.gov). Model tested with standard side air bags.
[3] The 2009 Nissan Altima is winner of a Consumers Digest Best Buy Award.
The Best Buy Seal is a registered trademark of Consumers Digest Communications, LLC, used under license.