TheWatcher

Honestly, both the Aura and Altima rate evenly in the exterior/interior category. I'd probably give the Aura the tie-breaker though. But Nissan's press release seems to indicate that a whole slew of gadgets and goodies will be available at launch. Bluetooth, push-button start, and probably navi. And that certainly makes the Altima competitive.

2007 Altima Pics Not bad at all. Kinda boring, but kinda handsome. Cant beat 265HP and a six-speed manual, though.

The fuel economy seems kinda disappointing, but I'm glad the they were able to stick with the HF3.6L engine, and the six speed auto as well. The exterior is growing on me. Not a "wow" factor, but more of a "thats handsome, I guess" look. I wonder what kind of fuel economy the Ford Fusion will have when it finally receives the corporate 3.5L, because in all honesty most mags are going to compare the Aura with the Fusion.

Somehow I can actually picture that combination. Hopefully it'll flow well.

Interior shots of the Mazda CX-7, along with some new rear shots. The Car Lounge Better Interior shots B)

Looks like they tried to make a four door corvette. I'm not sure what to think.

From what I see, I think it looks very professional. Futuristic without losing its mature side. I think more business-aligned groups, who wouldn't normally go for something as flashy as an Escalade, will take a closer second look at this beast.

The fuel economy esimates are pointing towards 20-21mpg with DOD. But is this combined or only highway miles? If combined, thats pretty damn good for a large SUV. It might even help these vehicles weather the gas crunch we're having. While Im not an SUV-person, I would like to see whats in store for the more smaller, nimbler GM SUVs. Hmmm.