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1997 Nissan Altima XE as selected, not confirmed by the VIN

1N4BU31DXVC239101
2.4L L4 DOHC 16V
Engine
5-Speed Manual Overdrive or 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Transmission
FWD
Drive
United States
Built in
No factory image on file
1997 Nissan Altima

VIN Breakdown

SegmentCodeMeaning
WMI · World Mfr ID 1N4 Nissan · North America · United States
VDS · Descriptor BU31D Altima XE
VIS · Vehicle ID XVC239101 1997 · Serial 239101

Basic Information

MakeNissan
ModelAltima
Year1997
TrimXE
Body StyleSEDAN 4-DR
Doors4
ManufacturerNissan
CountryUnited States

Engine & Performance

Engine2.4L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission5-Speed Manual Overdrive or 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Drive TypeFWD
Serial Number239101

Possible Trims for This VIN

This VIN's pattern doesn't narrow down the trim level. It could be any of the following — the differences below are the only ones we can tell from the VIN.

  • GLE
    MSRP $20,899 · Curb Weight-manual 3020 · Dealer Invoice $18,602, +12 more
    View this trim →
  • GXE
    MSRP $17,399 · Curb Weight-automatic 2908 · Curb Weight-manual 2972, +12 more
    View this trim →
  • SE
    MSRP $19,699 · Curb Weight-automatic 2882 · Curb Weight-manual 2931, +13 more
    View this trim →
  • XE
    shown above
    MSRP $15,849 · Curb Weight-automatic 2853 · Curb Weight-manual 2924, +9 more

Basic Information

Model Year 1997
Make Nissan
Model Altima
Trim Level XE

Engine & Performance

Displacement 2.4L/146
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 150 @ 5600
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 154 @ 4400
Fuel System SFI
Engine Type 2.4L L4 DOHC 16V

Transmission & Drivetrain

Transmission-short
Transmission-long
Driveline FWD

Dimensions & Weight

Curb Weight-automatic 2853
Curb Weight-manual 2924
Overall Length 180.50
Overall Width 67.10
Overall Height 55.90
Wheelbase 103.10
Standard Seating 5
Standard Towing 1000
Maximum Towing 1000
Wheelbase (in) 103.1
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 67.1
Height, Overall (in) 55.9

Features & Options

Air Conditioning Optional
Cruise Control Optional
Cassette Player Optional
CD Player Optional

Fuel & Economy

Tank 15.90
Fuel Economy-city 21 - 24
Fuel Economy-highway 29 - 30
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) 30
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) 24

Safety & Braking

Anti-Brake System
Front Brake Type Disc
Rear Brake Type Drum
Child Safety Door Locks Standard
ABS Brakes Optional
Driver Airbag Standard
Passenger Airbag Standard

Suspension & Handling

Steering Type Rack & Pinion
Front Suspension Independent
Rear Suspension Independent
Front Spring Type Coil
Rear Spring Type Coil
Tilt Steering Standard

Other Specifications

Manufactured in UNITED STATES
Body Style SEDAN 4-DR
Turning Diameter 37.40
Tires 205/60R15
Front Headroom 39.30
Rear Headroom 37.60
Front Legroom 42.60
Rear Legroom 34.70
Front Shoulder Room 54.80
Rear Shoulder Room 54.00
Front Hip Room 52.80
Rear Hip Room 52.40
Ground Clearance 4.50
Track Front 57.70
Track Rear 57.30
Passenger Volume 94.00
Cargo Volume 14.00
MSRP $15,849
Dealer Invoice $14,272
Tachometer Standard
Manual Sunroof Optional
Rear Window Defogger Standard
Rear Tire Size P205/60R15
Rear Wheel Size (in) 15 x 6.0
Front Tire Size P205/60R15
Front Wheel Size (in) 15 x 6.0

Pattern Information

Pattern1N4BU31D V
WMI 1N4 (United States, North America)