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McKinnon Nissan Compares the Nissan Altima VS. the Accord

The Nissan Altima and Honda Accord are rivals for car buyers who want a high quality midsized car. Which one belongs in your driveway? While the Honda has been updated, the Nissan Altima offers more reasons to buy. Hands-on research starts with an Altima test drive at your Nissan serving Hoover AL. Fuel Economy While the two cars earn similar horsepower, the Altima leads in fuel economy. The Accord's base engine earns 23 mpg city/34 mpg highway. The Altima, when paired with its next-generation CVT, earns much better numbers. It gets 27 mpg city/39 mpg highway. The Altima also offers better handling thanks to aspects such as its smaller turning circle. In addition, the Nissan offers special handling tools, including a 370Z-inspired suspension and active steer control. Get your best deal. Cabin Features The 2016 Nissan Altima is bigger, according to charts complied by the Cars Magazine website. More headroom and more leg room are sure to make Altima's guests more comfortable. Furthermore, the Altima has NASA-inspired zero gravity seats. It even has a wider opening for its trunk, which makes the space much more useful, according to reviewers. Tech Features Dash tech certainly starts off similarly. Both cars offer a standard touchscreen and Bluetooth. Both offer hands-free text messaging. The Altima has added Siri Eyes Free to its list of basic features. In addition, the Altima base edition has push button start, which is available only on higher priced Accords. The Altima offers an exclusive predictive collision warning that sees further ahead than the Accord's system. Now that you know more, schedule a test drive at McKinnon Nissan dealer serving Hoover AL.
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Test Drive the Murano

Are you looking for the best two-row SUV value? Test drive the 2016 Nissan Murano. It earned Best Two Row for the Money when evaluated by the critics at U.S. News and World Report. You are invited to evaluate it yourself at McKinnon Nissan dealer Montgomery AL. Exquisite Design The Murano has earned acclaim for its design features. A social lounge atmosphere is heightened by the large windows. A panoramic moonroof adds to the feeling of openness. High quality materials and touchable surfaces complement the spaciousness by adding to your comfort. When you test drive, you may notice the seats support you differently. These anti-gravity chairs were developed by studying NASA weightlessness research. Sleek and refined, the Murano attracts singles and couples as much as it attracts families who need a roomy cabin. Nissan equips the base edition with a touchscreen, a rearview camera, mobile apps, and hands-free texting. Other dash tech includes a driver’s display screen, push button start, and dual-zone HVAC controls. Learn about pricing. Choose your Edition If the base edition doesn’t offer enough amenities, you may want the SV with its power chairs, heated front seats, and remote starter. You also get navigation and HD radio to round out your dash tech. The SLE editions add leather upholstery, adjustable ambient lighting, an 11-speaker system, and an around-view monitor. The Platinum adds a power-adjusting steering wheel, ventilated front seats, and premium leather. Crash Avoidance Features When you are test driving, be sure to ask for an edition with crash avoidance features. Our staff can show you how they work. Schedule a test drive at McKinnon Nissan dealer Montgomery AL.

Which Titan is Right for You?

The 2017 Titan is available in five trim levels. You can go from simple to sophisticated, but you'll still enjoy top performance and capability. Find your match at McKinnon Nissan dealer Birmingham AL. Budget-friendly S Seating six, the budget-friendly S comes with important standards like power windows and air conditioning. It also has a tilt-telescopic steering wheel to help the driver get comfortable. A split rear seat adds interior cargo space. Dash tech includes a 5-inch screen, Bluetooth streaming audio, and SMS text messaging. Value-laden SV Also seating six, the SV comes with power-adjusting front seats with heaters. It also has upgraded cloth upholstery and automatic climate control. Exterior extras include heated side mirrors and, if a 4x4, skid plates. Many higher trim features are options. Off-roading Pro-4X Seating five, the Pro 4-X has leather-wrapped steering wheel and a power-slide rear window. Upgraded dash tech adds a rearview camera, NissanConnect apps, and a bigger touchscreen. Four skid plates include a platinum-painted front radiator plate. A trailer hitch, pin connector, convex spotter mirror and trailer sway control are standards. Luxury SL The SL adds footwell lamps in the cabin and puddle lamps to help you watch your step outside the cabin. The driver enjoys a power-telescoping steering wheel. Leather upholstery dresses the seats with style. Find a loan or lease. Upscale Platinum Reserve Black-and-brown pleated leather is matched to special wood accents. A power-adjustable steering wheel and ventilated front seats are among its amenities. A trailer brake controller is standard, and the side mirrors tilt down when you go into reverse. To make your choice, head to McKinnon Nissan dealer Birmingham AL.

Check out the SV Edition of the 2016 Nissan Quest

Considered one of Nissan’s best values, the SV edition of the 2016 Nissan Quest offers more of the things that families love. You can see for yourself by taking a test drive at McKinnon Nissan dealer Prattville AL. Favorite Features Value starts with the SV’s contemporary features, such as one-touch power-slide side doors. The Bluetooth system makes it easy to use the phone without using your hands or your eyes. The audio system display is easy to use with your smartphone integration. There’s also a rearview camera to make reverse driving easier. The tri-zone system includes a programmable thermostat for the rear seats. With second row controls, your kids can be cooler on the hottest days. An 11-inch second-row entertainment screen with auto-dimming capability is a great option. Enter Faster, Easier Value continues with push button start and the Nissan Intelligent Key. You can enter the Quest with your key in your pocket. Just push the small button on the door handle. Even better, you can operate the power-sliding doors with the intelligent key. The second-row captain’s chairs slide, recline, and allow easy entry to the back row. Learn about pricing. Cargo Smart A 25-cu.ft. cargo hold is augmented by an 11.4 cu.ft. sub-floor storage compartment. Clearly the Quest can take care of your family’s gear. When you’ve been shopping at the big box store, you can use the quick release folding seatbacks to create more space quickly. With all of the seats flat, you'll have 108 cu.ft. for hauling. Check out the SV edition of the 2016 Nissan Quest at McKinnon, your Nissan dealer Prattville AL.