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Don Marshall Auto, a leading Somerset KY Nissan dealer, is proud to show off the new 2011 Nissan Altima.  This versatile and stylish sedan is one of Nissan’s best-selling cars to date.  The Altima comes in a variety of trims, so Nissan drivers can pick which serves their needs best.

The 2011 is built to be tough as well as comfortable. Nissan engineers put the Altima through over 5,000 quality and durability tests to ensure that it keeps performing mile after mile. This includes locking it in a chamber and baking it under 266 bulbs to reach extreme temperatures, as well as putting it through a battery of road tests where some of the worst road conditions possible are replicated.

There are two engines available for the Altima: a 2.5-liter I4 and a 3.5-liter V6.  The I4 generates 175 horsepower and 180 pound-feet of torque.  Fuel economy rates as 23 mpg city and 32 mpg highway.  The V6 ramps up the power with 270 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque.  Mileage for that engine is 20 mpg city and 27 mpg highway.

Many sports sedans feature independent suspensions, but the Altima, available for Somerset KY Nissan shoppers, takes the extra step and employs a Z-inspired, lightweight multi-link design for quick response, while still providing a supple ride.  And since comfort is important, Nissan drivers will find a rebound spring inside each shock absorber, resulting in a smoother ride and flatter more secure cornering.

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The Altima, available for Somerset KY Nissan shoppers, is packed with great safety features. They include dual front airbags, overhead airbags, and side curtain airbags in both rows for outbound occupants.  It also has Vehicle Dynamic Control, Electronic Traction Control, ad tire pressure monitoring.  The Zone Body construction minimized damage to the occupants by absorbing impact energy into quartered-off segments.  This includes crumple zones that will crush inward upon impact, instead of allowing that force to harm occupants.

For maximum comfort, the 2011 Altima, available at Don Marshall Auto, features a plush and luxurious interior.  Available heated front seats make it hard to leave.  Unexpected upscale touches—like stitched interior—wood-tone details and patterned metallic accents, are options that make driving an elegant experience.  Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control is perfect for couples who can never agree on where to set the thermostat, allowing the driver and passenger to set the temperature individually.

Nissan customers can learn more about this and other great vehicles at Don Marshall Auto.  For more information about the 2011 Altima or any other vehicle at Don Marshall, please call 606-678-8178 or visit http://www.donmarshallnissan.com.