Nissan has launched its new generation models of the sporty, 2-door Nissan Altima Coupe – 2.5 model and V6 3.5 - in the Middle East.

The models, which boasts of 'fresh new look inside and more technology for sporty 2010' enters its third year of production in 2010, said a company statement.

"It once again offers a high-value, high quality, high style coupe for Altima customers seeking a more personal expression of individuality and fashionable appearance."

For 2010, Altima Coupe receives a number of significant enhancements with new exterior styling, new exterior colors, refined interior fabrics, new available red leather-appointed interior color and revised option package content, including an advanced Nissan Hard Drive Navigation System with a 6.5-inch VGA color display and RearView Monitor and Bose premium audio system with 9 speakers.

The 2010 Altima Coupe is available in 2.5 S and 3.5 SR trim levels, equipped with 2.5-liter inline 4-cylinder and 3.5-liter V6 engines, respectively, and each offered with Nissan’s advanced Xtronic CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission), the company said.

The Altima Coupe’s unique exterior design is intended to stand out in a crowd of sedan-based two-door models with magnetic, perfectly proportioned styling with a shorter wheelbase, shorter overall length and lower height than the Altima sedan, it noted.

The smaller size and lighter overall weight also contribute to the Coupe’s sportier driving feel – a desired attribute of the typically younger, more performance-oriented coupe buyers.

Also offered is a long list of user-friendly technology features – including standard Nissan Intelligent Key with Push Button Ignition and available Bluetooth  Hands-free Phone System with audio streaming, advanced touch-screen navigation system and RearView Monitor, it added.-TradeArabia News Service