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Fact of the Day: The 2019 Nissan Altima Benefits from Supercar Technology
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(Posted on May 13, 2019 at 04:24AM by Billy Kirk)

Why settle for less than supercar technology? Reallyâ€”weâ€™re serious! Nissan understands that just because the Altima is a four-door sedan doesnâ€™t mean it has to be ordinary, which is why the 2019 version comes with an engine that benefits from a special manufacturing process.

The 2019 Altimaâ€™s 2.5L motor is made using a high-tech mirror bore process that reduces friction while simultaneously enhancing efficiency. This is achieved by removing the bulky cylinder liners and, as a result, the whole unit runs more smoothly.

The treatment used on the Altimaâ€™s engine was first incorporated when manufacturing the GT-R. Now, the parts are made on the Decherd assembly line, and itâ€™s now the highest volume use of the tech at the company. In fact, a 2019 Nissan Altima engine can be produced as quickly as every 19 seconds!

"Advanced technology like the mirror bore process only makes sense for Nissan if we can offer it to as many customers as possible," said Jay Boyte, director of engineering at Decherd Powertrain Plant, Nissan North America. "The end result is an innovative and efficient engine made with manufacturing technology usually not available at this volume or price point.â€

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