1996 Nissan Altima XE 5MT
The 1996 Nissan Altima XE 5MT is a 150-hp 2.4-liter inline-4 sedan with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $15,649 MSRP and is rated at 24 mpg combined.
It makes 150 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and 154 lb-ft of torque at 4400 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 21 mpg city and 28 mpg highway (24 mpg combined).
The Altima measures 180.5 inches long on a 103.1-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,853 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $15,649 ($32,415 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.4L I4 (KA24DE) |
| Displacement | 2.4 L |
| Horsepower | 150 hp @ 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 154 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 21 MPG |
| Highway | 28 MPG |
| Combined | 24 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 15.9 gal |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 180.5 in |
| Width | 67.1 in |
| Height | 55.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 103.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 2,853 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.3 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37.6 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.6 in |
| Legroom Rear | 34.7 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 54.8 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 54 in |
| Hip Room Front | 52.8 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 52.4 in |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars