The restyled 2002 Altima is larger and features new 2.5L inline-4 (175-bhp/181 lb.-ft.) and 3.5L V-6 (240-bhp/246 lb.-ft.) engines. Xenon HID headlights are optional. A sport suspension (3.5 SE) offers 17" wheel/tire combinations. Nissan claims 0-60 mph in 6.3 sec. for the V6/5-speed powertrain (3.5 SE). The 2002 Altima went on sale September 2001.
| Model/Trim/Package | Engine | | | Original MSRP
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| Altima | 2.5l I4 (175-bhp) | M5 | FWD | $16,349 |
| Altima | 2.5l I4 (175-bhp) | A4 | FWD | $17,149 |
| Altima 3.5 SE | 3.5l V4 (240-bhp) | M5 | FWD | $22,349 |
| Altima 3.5 SE | 3.5l V4 (240-bhp) | A4 | FWD | $23,149 |
