Nissan Altima Annual Fuel Cost
Running a 2026 Nissan Altima costs about $1,900 per year in fuel, based on 15,000 miles of driving at average U.S. fuel prices.
Latest model year (2026):
The Nissan Altima costs an estimated $2,050/year in fuel (297 g CO₂/mi).
Nissan Altima Fuel Cost — All Years
| Year | Trim | Engine | Fuel | MPG Comb. | Annual Cost | CO₂ (g/mi) | GHG Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 2.5L | Regular Gasoline | 28 | $2,200 | 316 | 5 |
| 2026 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 2.5L | Regular Gasoline | 30 | $2,050 | 297 | 6 |
| 2025 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 2.5L | Regular Gasoline | 30 | $2,050 | 287 | 6 |
| 2025 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 2.5L | Regular Gasoline | 31 | $2,000 | 281 | 6 |
| 2025 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 2.5L | Regular Gasoline | 28 | $2,200 | 317 | 6 |
| 2024 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 2.0L | Regular Gasoline | 29 | $2,100 | 311 | 6 |
| 2024 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 2.5L | Regular Gasoline | 29 | $2,100 | 300 | 6 |
| 2024 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 2.5L | Regular Gasoline | 30 | $2,050 | 287 | 6 |
| 2024 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 2.5L | Regular Gasoline | 31 | $2,000 | 282 | 6 |
| 2023 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 2.0L | Regular Gasoline | 29 | $2,100 | 311 | 6 |
| 2023 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 2.5L | Regular Gasoline | 31 | $2,000 | 282 | 6 |
| 2023 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 2.5L | Regular Gasoline | 29 | $2,100 | 300 | 6 |
| 2023 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 2.5L | Regular Gasoline | 30 | $2,050 | 287 | 6 |
| 2022 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 2.0L | Regular Gasoline | 29 | $2,100 | 311 | 6 |
| 2022 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 2.5L | Regular Gasoline | 31 | $2,000 | 287 | 7 |
| 2022 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 2.5L | Regular Gasoline | 32 | $1,900 | 278 | 7 |
| 2022 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 2.5L | Regular Gasoline | 31 | $2,000 | 290 | 7 |
| 2022 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 2.5L | Regular Gasoline | 30 | $2,050 | 300 | 6 |
| 2022 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 2.5L | Regular Gasoline | 29 | $2,100 | 307 | 6 |
| 2021 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 2.0L | Regular Gasoline | 29 | $2,100 | 311 | 6 |
| 2021 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 2.5L | Regular Gasoline | 31 | $2,000 | 290 | 7 |
| 2021 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 2.5L | Regular Gasoline | 32 | $1,900 | 281 | 7 |
| 2021 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 2.5L | Regular Gasoline | 29 | $2,100 | 309 | 6 |
| 2021 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 2.5L | Regular Gasoline | 29 | $2,100 | 295 | 6 |
| 2021 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 2.5L | Regular Gasoline | 31 | $2,000 | 289 | 7 |
| 2020 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 2.0L | Regular Gasoline | 29 | $2,100 | 311 | 6 |
| 2020 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 2.5L | Regular Gasoline | 30 | $2,050 | 300 | 7 |
| 2020 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 2.5L | Regular Gasoline | 32 | $1,900 | 278 | 7 |
| 2020 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 2.5L | Regular Gasoline | 31 | $2,000 | 288 | 7 |
| 2020 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 2.5L | Regular Gasoline | 29 | $2,100 | 307 | 6 |
| 2019 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 2.0L | Regular Gasoline | 29 | $2,100 | 311 | 6 |
| 2019 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 2.5L | Regular Gasoline | 32 | $1,900 | 278 | 7 |
| 2019 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 2.5L | Regular Gasoline | 31 | $2,000 | 288 | 7 |
| 2019 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 2.5L | Regular Gasoline | 30 | $2,050 | 300 | 7 |
| 2019 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 2.5L | Regular Gasoline | 29 | $2,100 | 307 | 6 |
| 2018 | Auto (AV-S7), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 2.5L | Regular Gasoline | 30 | $2,050 | 296 | 7 |
| 2018 | Auto (AV-S7), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 3.5L | Regular Gasoline | 26 | $2,350 | 347 | 5 |
| 2018 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 2.5L | Regular Gasoline | 31 | $2,000 | 287 | 7 |
| 2017 | Auto (AV-S7), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 2.5L | Regular Gasoline | 30 | $2,050 | 297 | 7 |
| 2017 | Auto (AV-S7), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 3.5L | Regular Gasoline | 26 | $2,350 | 347 | 6 |
| 2017 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 2.5L | Regular Gasoline | 31 | $2,000 | 287 | 7 |
| 2016 | Auto (AV-S7), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 2.5L | Regular Gasoline | 30 | $2,050 | 296 | 7 |
| 2016 | Auto (AV-S7), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 3.5L | Regular Gasoline | 26 | $2,350 | 352 | 6 |
| 2016 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 2.5L | Regular Gasoline | 31 | $2,000 | 287 | 7 |
| 2015 | Auto (AV-S7), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 3.5L | Regular Gasoline | 26 | $2,350 | 352 | 6 |
| 2015 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 2.5L | Regular Gasoline | 31 | $2,000 | 290 | 8 |
Data sourced from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. Department of Energy). MPG figures are EPA-tested. Fuel costs are estimates based on average fuel prices and 15,000 miles/year.
Nissan Altima Fuel Cost FAQ
How much does it cost to fuel the Nissan Altima?
The estimated annual fuel cost for the Nissan Altima is $1,900 per year, based on 15,000 miles of driving and average fuel prices. Costs vary by trim and engine.
How much CO₂ does the Nissan Altima produce?
The Nissan Altima produces approximately 278 grams of CO₂ per mile. Lower numbers mean fewer emissions. See the table for per-trim details.