2009 Nissan Z^® ''Highest Ranked Compact Premium Sporty 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]

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]

2008 Altima Received Highest Front- and Side-Impact Crash Safety Rating. The Altima has received the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA’s) highest rating -- 5 stars -- for front- and side-impact crash safety. [2]

2009 Altima Wins Consumers Digest Best Buy Award. Naming the Altima a sportier alternative in the midsize segment, Consumers Digest selected the 2009 Altima as a winner of their Automotive Best Buy Award in the Family Cars category. Consumers Digest complimented Altima's aggressive handling, smooth and seamless CVT transmission, roomy interior and high-tech options. [3]

2008 Altima Hybrid Earned US EPA SmartWay^® Elite Certification. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Green Vehicle Guide gives all light duty vehicles two emissions scores: a Greenhouse Gas Score and an Air Pollution Score. The scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being the least polluting. Altima Coupe received at least a 9 on both emissions scores to earn SmartWay^® Elite certification.

Disclaimer:
[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.