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2019-2025 Nissan Altima MPG & Fuel Cost
7 model years · 28–32 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 5 of 10 midsize car configurations, MY2025. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2019-2025 Nissan Altima at a glance
The 2019-2025 Nissan Altima covers 7 model years in the EPA database (33 configurations in all), rated 28–32 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2025, 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 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2025; 2024 repeat the values of the year before. The best combined rating in the generation, 32 MPG, was reached in 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022.
2019-2025 Nissan Altima by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Gas | 28–31 MPG | $2,110–$2,330 | Ratings changed |
| 2024 | Gas | 29–31 MPG | $2,110–$2,280 | Same EPA ratings as 2023 |
| 2023 | Gas | 29–31 MPG | $2,110–$2,280 | Ratings changed |
| 2022 | Gas | 29–32 MPG | $2,040–$2,280 | Ratings changed |
| 2021 | Gas | 29–32 MPG | $2,070–$2,280 | Ratings changed |
| 2020 | Gas | 29–32 MPG | $2,040–$2,280 | Ratings changed |
| 2019 | Gas | 29–32 MPG | $2,040–$2,280 | First year |
What the 2025 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
$60less a year
Class median $2,170 a year, MY2025
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2025 Nissan Altima MPG
Versus 2024: 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 FWD (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 27 | 38 | 31 | $2,110 |
| SL/SR | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 27 | 36 | 30 | $2,180 |
| Altima 2.5L 4-cyl AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD | 25 | 34 | 28 | $2,330 |
2024 Nissan Altima MPG
Same EPA ratings as 2023
EPA lists the same ratings for the 2024 Nissan Altima as for the 2023 model, so the configurations and costs are the ones in the 2023 section above.See 2023
2023 Nissan Altima MPG
29–31 MPG · $2,110–$2,280/yr
Versus 2022: The most efficient configuration moves from 32 to 31 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $2,040 to $2,110, $70 more.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altima 2.5L 4-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 27 | 38 | 31 | $2,110 |
| SL/SR | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 27 | 36 | 30 | $2,180 |
| Altima 2.5L 4-cyl AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD | 26 | 34 | 29 | $2,250 |
| SR | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 25 | 34 | 29 | $2,280 |
2022 Nissan Altima MPG
29–32 MPG · $2,040–$2,280/yr
Versus 2021: The most efficient configuration stays at 32 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $2,070 to $2,040, $30 less.
Gas configurations (6)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altima 2.5L 4-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 28 | 39 | 32 | $2,040 |
| SV/SL | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 27 | 37 | 31 | $2,110 |
| SR 2.5L 4-cyl | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 27 | 37 | 31 | $2,130 |
| Altima 2.5L 4-cyl AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD | 26 | 35 | 30 | $2,150 |
| SR/Platinum | 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD | 26 | 34 | 29 | $2,250 |
| SR 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 25 | 34 | 29 | $2,280 |
2021 Nissan Altima MPG
29–32 MPG · $2,070–$2,280/yr
Versus 2020: The most efficient configuration stays at 32 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $2,040 to $2,070, $30 more.
Gas configurations (6)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altima 2.5L 4-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 28 | 39 | 32 | $2,070 |
| SV/SL | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 27 | 37 | 31 | $2,120 |
| SR | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 27 | 37 | 31 | $2,130 |
| SR/Platinum 2.5L 4-cyl | 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD | 25 | 34 | 29 | $2,240 |
| Altima 2.5L 4-cyl AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD | 26 | 35 | 29 | $2,250 |
| SR/Platinum 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 25 | 34 | 29 | $2,280 |
2020 Nissan Altima MPG
29–32 MPG · $2,040–$2,280/yr
Versus 2019: The most efficient configuration stays at 32 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,040.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altima 2.5L 4-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 28 | 39 | 32 | $2,040 |
| SR/Platinum 2.5L 4-cyl FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 27 | 37 | 31 | $2,110 |
| Altima 2.5L 4-cyl AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD | 26 | 35 | 30 | $2,160 |
| SR/Platinum 2.5L 4-cyl AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD | 26 | 34 | 29 | $2,250 |
| SR/Platinum 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 25 | 34 | 29 | $2,280 |
2019 Nissan Altima MPG
29–32 MPG · $2,040–$2,280/yr
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altima 2.5L 4-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 28 | 39 | 32 | $2,040 |
| SR/Platinum 2.5L 4-cyl FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 27 | 37 | 31 | $2,110 |
| Altima 2.5L 4-cyl AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD | 26 | 35 | 30 | $2,160 |
| SR/Platinum 2.5L 4-cyl AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | AWD | 26 | 34 | 29 | $2,250 |
| SR/Platinum 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 25 | 34 | 29 | $2,280 |
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 MY2025 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 2019-2025 Nissan Altima get?
EPA rates the 2019-2025 Nissan Altima at 28–32 MPG combined across 33 configurations and 7 model years. The most efficient version, the 2022 Altima 2.5L 4-cyl FWD, is rated 32 MPG (28 city, 39 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2019-2025 Nissan Altima?
The Altima 2.5L 4-cyl FWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 32 MPG, in 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022. The lowest top rating, 31 MPG, was in 2023, 2024 and 2025.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2019-2025 Nissan Altima?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2025. In 2024 the values repeat the year before.
How does the 2019-2025 Nissan Altima compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2013-2018 Nissan Altima) is rated 25–31 MPG combined and costs $2,110–$2,600 a year to fuel; the 2019-2025 model is rated 28–32 MPG and costs $2,040–$2,330 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2025 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–$2,330 a year. That is a $220 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2025 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 $15.53 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2025 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 2025 Nissan Altima compare with other midsize car configurations?
The Altima 2.5L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,110 a year to fuel, $60 less than the class median of $2,170, and less than 5 of 10 midsize car configurations. The comparison covers all 117 rated midsize car configurations for MY2025, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2025 Nissan Altima different from the 2024 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 31 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,110. EPA lists 3 configurations for 2025 against 4 configurations for 2024. See the 2024 Nissan Altima for that year.