Nissan Altima
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2019 Model Redesign Year
Despite a recent mild freshening that added more standard active safety features, the Altima is a rather unremarkable midsized sedan.
It delivers a roomy cabin, good fuel economy, user-friendly controls, and a large trunk.
But the driving experience falls short when it comes to handling agility, and the seemingly pliant ride isn't adept at absorbing all types of bumps.
The standard 2.5-liter engine provides decent acceleration, and the car gets a commendable 31 mpg overall.
All-wheel drive is available.
The car is relatively quiet, the cabin is roomy, and the rear seat is very generous.
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Base MSRP Range
$27,580 - $30,480
Destination Charge: $1245
Base MSRP Range
$27,580 - $30,480
Destination Charge: $1245
2026 Nissan Altima
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2026 Nissan Altima
Base MSRP
$27,580 - $30,480
CR MPG
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2019-Present
2019 Model Redesign Year
The sixth-generation Altima offers all-wheel drive and a turbo engine.
It is a rather unremarkable midsized sedan.
That said, it's a competitive car that gets the job done.
It delivers on room, fuel economy, and user friendliness.
However, the driving experience is bland, lacking in handling agility, and the seemingly pliant ride isn't adept at absorbing all types of bumps.
The standard 2.5-liter engine provides decent acceleration, and the car gets a commendable 31 mpg overall.
2025 Nissan Altima
Retail Price
$20,800 - $27,300
EPA MPG
32
mpg
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2024 Nissan Altima
Retail Price
$18,800 - $25,100
EPA MPG
32
mpg
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2023 Nissan Altima
Retail Price
$17,450 - $22,850
EPA MPG
32
mpg
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2022 Nissan Altima
Retail Price
$16,500 - $21,800
EPA MPG
32
mpg
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2021 Nissan Altima
Retail Price
$14,600 - $18,800
EPA MPG
32
mpg
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2020 Nissan Altima
Retail Price
$12,825 - $17,200
EPA MPG
32
mpg
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2019 Nissan Altima
Retail Price
$11,750 - $16,925
EPA MPG
32
mpg
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2013-2018
2013 Model Redesign Year
This version of the Altima was considerably less lustrous than its forebears.
In a segment brimming with better cars, the 2013 Altima is a lackluster choice, ranking below virtually all of its competitors with a humdrum driving experience.
If you do buy one, we suggest going with the 2.5SV to get a power driver's seat and blind spot monitoring.
Advanced safety equipment, including forward-collision warning with automatic emergency braking, is only available on the 2.5SL and 3.5SL trims; in both cases as part of a Technology package.
Said succinctly, we'd skip this version of the Altima.
There are many better choices within the crowded midsized sedan field.
2018 Nissan Altima
Retail Price
$8,300 - $11,175
EPA MPG
31
mpg
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2017 Nissan Altima
Retail Price
$6,425 - $9,025
EPA MPG
31
mpg
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2016 Nissan Altima
Retail Price
$5,725 - $7,750
EPA MPG
31
mpg
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2015 Nissan Altima
Retail Price
$5,300 - $6,850
EPA MPG
31
mpg
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2014 Nissan Altima
Retail Price
$4,975 - $6,325
EPA MPG
31
mpg
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2013 Nissan Altima
Retail Price
$4,700 - $5,825
EPA MPG
31
mpg
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2007-2012
2007 Model Redesign Year
The well-rounded 2007 redesign was even better, with an improved ride, especially with the powerful -- yet economical -- four-cylinder engine.
The sportier 3.5 SE handles more sharply, but rides stiffly.
Interior fit and finish are improved over the previous model, but the rear seat is less roomy.
All Altimas have pushbutton keyless start.
The 2010 freshening brought the previously optional stability control as a standard feature.
Antilock brakes and brake assist are also standard equipment for this generation.
2012 Nissan Altima
Retail Price
$4,325 - $5,250
EPA MPG
26
mpg
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2011 Nissan Altima
Retail Price
$3,825 - $4,900
EPA MPG
26
mpg
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2010 Nissan Altima
Retail Price
$3,350 - $4,475
EPA MPG
26
mpg
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2009 Nissan Altima
Retail Price
$3,050 - $4,200
EPA MPG
29
mpg
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2008 Nissan Altima
Retail Price
$2,900 - $3,825
EPA MPG
29
mpg
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2007 Nissan Altima
Retail Price
$2,900 - $3,300
EPA MPG
29
mpg
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2002-2006
2002 Model Redesign Year
The third-generation Altima was much roomier than its predecessors.
It was also quick, fairly comfortable, and generally competitive.
Among its attributes are generous accommodations, a punchy and refined powertrain, nimble and secure handling, as well as a pleasant ride and a quiet cabin.
Rear-seat passengers get large-car legroom and can easily stretch, or cross their legs.
Though the roomy interior is stylish, fit and finish could be better, as some of the interior plastics look and feel cheap.
Be apprised, IIHS side-crash-test results were poor without the optional curtain airbags.
2005 Nissan Altima
Retail Price
$2,900 - $3,775
EPA MPG
25
mpg
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2002 Nissan Altima
Retail Price
$2,900 - $3,050
EPA MPG
25
mpg
Reliability Verdict
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1998-2001
The Altima aimed to compete with the four-cylinder Honda Accord and Toyota Camry, but never stacked up to them.
Handling was less than nimble and the ride was busy.
The noisy engine delivered strong acceleration.
The front seats were too low and rear seating was fairly cramped.
The rear seatback didn't fold down.
The Altima was redesigned for 1998, evolving the same basic formula.
2000 Nissan Altima
Retail Price
$2,900 - $2,950
EPA MPG
24
mpg
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
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