Car financing: 2002 Nissan Altima
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 10.2 to 12.4 L/100 km combined (EPA). 5 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 10.2 to 12.4 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 5
For sale
We do not have a 2002 Nissan Altima for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2002 Nissan Altima specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5L 4-cylinder | 2.5L 4-cylinder | 3.5L 6-cylinder | 3.5L 6-cylinder |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 11.8 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km |
| Highway | 8.7 L/100 km | 8.7 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km |
| Combined | 10.2 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 240 g/km | 240 g/km | 263 g/km | 291 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $15.81 | $15.81 | $17.36 | $19.22 |
2002 Nissan Altima: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.5 L | 2.5 L | 3.5 L | 3.5 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 20 | 20 | 19 | 17 |
| MPG highway (US) | 27 | 27 | 24 | 24 |
| MPG combined (US) | 23 | 23 | 21 | 19 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 28 | 28 | 25 | 23 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 453 L (16 cu ft) | 453 L (16 cu ft) | 453 L (16 cu ft) | 453 L (16 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,900 | US$2,900 | US$3,200 | US$3,550 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,162 | $3,162 | $3,472 | $3,844 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2002 Nissan Altima
- NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 1,047 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine and engine cooling (660), structure (130) and engine (92). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07V527000 | 2007-11-14 | engine and engine cooling | ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 2.5L ENGINE, THE CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR CAN OVERHEAT CAUSING A BRIEF INTERRUPTION IN THE SIGNAL OUTPUT FROM THE SENSOR. |
| 03V455000 | 2003-11-17 | engine and engine cooling | ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE CIRCUIT BOARD FOR THE CRANK POSITION SENSOR OR CAM POSITION SENSOR MAY HAVE AN IMPROPER SOLDER JOINT DUE TO SOLDER DEFORMATION CAUSED BY HEAT STRESS ACCELERATED BY THE EXISTENCE OF FLUX RESIDUE DURING THE SOLDERING PROCESS. |
| 03V251000 | 2003-07-14 | fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly | ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF ALASKA, COLORADO, CONNECTICUT, IOWA, IDAHO, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, KANSAS, MASSACHUSETTS, MAINE, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, MONTANA, NORTH DAKOTA, NEBRASKA, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, SOUTH... |
| 03V084000 | 2003-03-11 | engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe | ON CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE 2.5 LITER ENGINE, THE EXHAUST PIPE HANGER PIN MAY CATCH DEBRIS FROM THE ROAD THAT COULD BE IGNITED BY CONTACT WITH THE MAIN CATALYST. ALSO ON 2002 ALTIMA AND SENTRA VEHICLES, CERTAIN ENGINE OPERATING CONDITIONS MAY CAUSE THE PRE-CATALYST TO OVERHEAT AND DAMAGE THE CATALYST... |
| 03V061000 | 2003-02-27 | air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module | ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR FOR THE DRIVER AIR BAG MAY COME LOOSE. IF THE CONNECTOR COMES LOOSE, THE SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT FLASHES INTERMITTENTLY. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Buying the 2002 Nissan Altima
No 2002 Nissan Altima is for sale by CarmaCars at the moment; this page helps you judge the car before you buy one elsewhere. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. Here is the 2002 Nissan Altima for buyers: fuel use, size, recalls and a test drive that lasts a week.
What to check on the Altima
In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. Owners filed 1,047 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine and engine cooling, structure and engine; have those parts checked. There are 5 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it.
Engine and fuel
The 2.5L 4-cylinder does the work, through a 4-speed automatic. It runs on regular gas. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
The combined figure, 10.2 L/100 km, means roughly 31 litres for 300 km. Every 100 km costs about $15.81 in fuel at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$2,900 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
Who the Altima suits
It suits a family trip where everyone and everything fits in one car. It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going.
Space and size
As a mid-size car, it has a closed trunk that keeps luggage out of sight. Luggage space is 453 litres, enough for a family's bags for a long weekend.
Drive it on your own roads
A week with the Altima answers more than any brochure. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class. Rent first, buy later: a week with the Altima answers the big questions.
Narrowing it down
Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it.
The cost of driving it
A 1,000 km month costs roughly $158.10 at our price setting. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. The EPA estimates US$2,900 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Let us know
Tell us the car you are considering, and we will help where we can.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2002 Nissan Altima from us first.
Ask us about the 2002 Nissan Altima
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2002 Nissan Altima for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2002 Nissan Altima
Does CarmaCars sell the 2002 Nissan Altima?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2002 Nissan Altima before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2002 Nissan Altima have recalls?
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2002 Nissan Altima cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,900 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3162.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.