NISSAN ALTIMA
1993–2026 · 255 trims available
At a Glance
ALTIMA OVERVIEW
Year Range
1993–2026
Total Configurations
255
Best MyCar Score
76.6 / 100
Price Range (Used)
$15,140–$35,750
Trim Levels
2026 CONFIGURATIONS
Showing 2026 trims. Select a year above for full details.
Trim Guide
UNDERSTANDING ALTIMA TRIMS
Averaged across all model years. Sorted entry-level to premium by price.
| Trim | Body | Avg MPG | Avg HP | Avg MSRP | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XE | Sedan | 24 | 152 | $15,540 | 70 |
| GXE | Sedan | 24 | 152 | $16,740 | 70 |
| SE | Sedan | 24 | 152 | $19,040 | 70 |
| 2.5 | Sedan | 26 | 177 | $19,243 | 71 |
| GLE | Sedan | 21 | 151 | $20,390 | 69 |
| 2.5 S | Sedan | 28 | 179 | $22,042 | 71 |
| 2.5 S | Coupe | 26 | 175 | $23,086 | 70 |
| 3.5 SE | Sedan | 21 | 255 | $23,844 | 70 |
| 3.5 SE | Coupe | 22 | 270 | $26,120 | 70 |
| 3.5 S | Sedan | 25 | 270 | $26,177 | 68 |
| 3.5 SR | Sedan | 25 | 270 | $26,428 | 71 |
| 2.5 SV | Sedan | 31 | 184 | $26,924 | 73 |
| 2.5 SR | Sedan | 30 | 185 | $27,316 | 73 |
| 3.5 SV | Sedan | 25 | 270 | $28,870 | 67 |
| 3.5 SR | Coupe | 22 | 270 | $29,465 | 70 |
| 2.5 SL | Sedan | 29 | 183 | $29,498 | 70 |
| 3.5 SE-R | Sedan | 21 | 260 | $29,500 | 69 |
| 3.5 SL | Sedan | 24 | 267 | $30,766 | 69 |
| VC-T SR | Sedan | 29 | 248 | $32,055 | 73 |
| 2.5 Platinum | Sedan | 30 | 186 | $33,402 | 70 |
| VC-T Platinum | Sedan | 29 | 248 | $35,105 | 69 |
| VC-T Edition ONE | Sedan | 29 | 248 | $35,750 | 69 |
| SV | Sedan | N/A | N/A | N/A | 73 |
| SE (1997.5) | Sedan | 24 | 150 | N/A | 70 |
| Base | Sedan | N/A | N/A | N/A | 73 |
| SR | Sedan | N/A | N/A | N/A | 73 |
| GXE (1997.5) | Sedan | 24 | 150 | N/A | 70 |
| SE Limited | Sedan | 24 | 150 | N/A | 69 |
| XE (1997.5) | Sedan | 24 | 150 | N/A | 70 |
| GLE (1997.5) | Sedan | 21 | 150 | N/A | 69 |
Specs Summary
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM A ALTIMA
| Spec | Entry Level | Top Spec |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $15,140 | $35,750 |
| MPG (combined) | 19 combined | 32 combined |
| Horsepower | 150 HP | 270 HP |
| Seating | 5 passengers | 5 passengers |
| Body Types | Coupe | Coupe, Sedan |
Year-by-Year Analysis
BEST & WORST YEARS
Best Year
2026
Average MyCar Score: 74.7 · 0 avg recalls
Years to Watch
2020, 2019, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2003, 2002
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