The automotive world is currently focused on the
Geneva Motor Show but Automotive News is reporting Nissan will use the New York
Auto Show to introduce the redesigned Altima. Little is known about the car but
the model was previewed by the Vmotion 2.0 concept and should debut on either
March 28th or March 29th.
That’s not much to go on but the Altima was recently
spotted by one of our readers in San Francisco, California. The images don’t
reveal much but the car will have a bolder design with an all-new front fascia
that closely echoes the concept. The family sedan is also slated to have a more
dynamic roofline, an extended wheelbase, and a handful of styling elements from
the Maxima.
While the current model has a slightly dull and plasticity
interior, the all-new Altima is slated to receive an upgraded cabin with higher
quality materials and a modern design. Speaking of the latter, the car will
adopt a freestanding infotainment system like the Honda Accord.
Nissan hasn’t said much about the model and it
remains unclear what engines will be found under the hood. However, rumors
suggest the company could offer updated versions of the 2.5-liter four-cylinder
and 3.5-liter V6. They currently produce 179 hp and 239 Nm of torque as well as 270 hp and 339 Nm of torque.
Speculation has also hinted at a turbocharged
four-cylinder engine and a new hybrid variant but details are far and few
between.
