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What type of transmission does a 2008 Nissan Altima 2.5 S have?

I’m thinking of buying a used Nissan, but I don’t know much about its specs. In particular, I’d like to know about its transmission. What type of transmission does a 2008 Nissan Altima 2.5 S have?

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Patrick Price · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
It’s good to do in-depth research before buying a used car. The 2008
Nissan Altima 2.5 S
comes standard with a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT), but a six-speed manual transmission is also available.
Unlike most transmissions, a CVT doesn’t really have gears—not in the traditional sense. Being a continuous variable transmission means that it smoothly changes through a continuous range of gear ratios.
In any case, you should inspect the vehicle in person as soon as you can. That way you are less likely to end up with a transmission you don’t like.
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