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2013-2018 Nissan Altima MPG & Fuel Cost
6 model years · 25–31 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 8 of 10 midsize car configurations, MY2018. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2013-2018 Nissan Altima at a glance
The 2013-2018 Nissan Altima covers 6 model years in the EPA database (16 configurations in all), rated 25–31 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2018, costs about $2,110 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Altima 2.5L 4-cyl FWD (31 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018.
2013-2018 Nissan Altima by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Gas | 26–31 MPG | $2,110–$2,490 | Ratings changed |
| 2017 | Gas | 26–31 MPG | $2,110–$2,490 | Ratings changed |
| 2016 | Gas | 26–31 MPG | $2,110–$2,530 | Ratings changed |
| 2015 | Gas | 26–31 MPG | $2,130–$2,520 | Ratings changed |
| 2014 | Gas | 25–31 MPG | $2,130–$2,600 | Ratings changed |
| 2013 | Gas | 25–31 MPG | $2,110–$2,600 | First year |
What the 2018 Altima 2.5L 4-cyl FWD costs to drive
Per month
$176
$2,110 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$3.52
Per 100 miles
$14.07
Five years
$10,550
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the midsize car median
$820less a year
Class median $2,930 a year, MY2018
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2018 Nissan Altima MPG
Versus 2017: The most efficient configuration stays at 31 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,110.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altima 2.5L 4-cyl (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 27 | 38 | 31 | $2,110 |
| SR | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 26 | 37 | 30 | $2,180 |
| Altima 3.5L 6-cyl | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 22 | 32 | 26 | $2,490 |
2017 Nissan Altima MPG
26–31 MPG · $2,110–$2,490/yr
Versus 2016: The most efficient configuration stays at 31 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,110.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altima 2.5L 4-cyl (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 27 | 39 | 31 | $2,110 |
| SR | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 26 | 37 | 30 | $2,180 |
| Altima 3.5L 6-cyl | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 22 | 32 | 26 | $2,490 |
2016 Nissan Altima MPG
26–31 MPG · $2,110–$2,530/yr
Versus 2015: The most efficient configuration stays at 31 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $2,130 to $2,110, $20 less.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altima 2.5L 4-cyl (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 27 | 39 | 31 | $2,110 |
| SR | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 26 | 37 | 30 | $2,180 |
| Altima 3.5L 6-cyl | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 22 | 31 | 26 | $2,530 |
2015 Nissan Altima MPG
26–31 MPG · $2,130–$2,520/yr
Versus 2014: The most efficient configuration stays at 31 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,130.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altima 2.5L 4-cyl (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 27 | 37 | 31 | $2,130 |
| Altima 3.5L 6-cyl | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 22 | 31 | 26 | $2,520 |
2014 Nissan Altima MPG
25–31 MPG · $2,130–$2,600/yr
Versus 2013: The most efficient configuration stays at 31 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $2,110 to $2,130, $20 more.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altima 2.5L 4-cyl (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 27 | 37 | 31 | $2,130 |
| Altima 3.5L 6-cyl | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 22 | 31 | 25 | $2,600 |
2013 Nissan Altima MPG
25–31 MPG · $2,110–$2,600/yr
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altima 2.5L 4-cyl (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 27 | 38 | 31 | $2,110 |
| Coupe | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 23 | 31 | 26 | $2,500 |
| Altima 3.5L 6-cyl | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 22 | 30 | 25 | $2,600 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Altima 2.5L 4-cyl FWD: $2,870 in California and $1,840 in Texas, a $1,030 difference.
- California $2,870
- Washington $2,660
- New York $2,110
- Florida $1,990
- Texas $1,840
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2018 midsize car models.
Generations
- 2000-2001 (L30)
- 2002-2006 (L31)
- 2007-2012 (L32)
- 2013-2018 (L33)
- 2019-2025 (L34)
- 2026
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2013-2018 Nissan Altima get?
EPA rates the 2013-2018 Nissan Altima at 25–31 MPG combined across 16 configurations and 6 model years. The most efficient version, the 2018 Altima 2.5L 4-cyl FWD, is rated 31 MPG (27 city, 38 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2013-2018 Nissan Altima?
Every model year of the 2013-2018 Nissan Altima tops out at 31 MPG combined, so no year is better than another.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2013-2018 Nissan Altima?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018.
How does the 2013-2018 Nissan Altima compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2007-2012 Nissan Altima) is rated 21–34 MPG combined and costs $1,920–$3,830 a year to fuel; the 2013-2018 model is rated 25–31 MPG and costs $2,110–$2,600 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2018 Nissan Altima per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Altima 2.5L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,110 a year. Across all 3 configurations the cost runs $2,110–$2,490 a year. That is a $380 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2018 Nissan Altima 100 miles?
About $14.07 per 100 miles for the Altima 2.5L 4-cyl FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $14.07 and $16.60 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2018 Nissan Altima more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Altima 2.5L 4-cyl FWD is rated 27 city and 38 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 11 MPG.
How does the 2018 Nissan Altima compare with other midsize car configurations?
The Altima 2.5L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,110 a year to fuel, $820 less than the class median of $2,930, and less than 8 of 10 midsize car configurations. The comparison covers all 205 rated midsize car configurations for MY2018, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2018 Nissan Altima different from the 2017 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 31 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,110. EPA lists 3 configurations for 2018 against 3 configurations for 2017. See the 2017 Nissan Altima for that year.