Nissan Altima Vehicle Class & EPA Size Category
The EPA classifies the 2026 Nissan Altima as a Midsize Cars, a rating based on body style and interior volume.
Latest model year (2026):
The Nissan Altima is classified by the EPA as a Midsize Cars.
Nissan Altima Vehicle Class — All Years
| Year | Trim | Vehicle Class | Drive | Fuel Type | MPG Comb. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 28 |
| 2026 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 30 |
| 2025 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 30 |
| 2025 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 31 |
| 2025 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 28 |
| 2024 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 29 |
| 2024 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 29 |
| 2024 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 30 |
| 2024 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 31 |
| 2023 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 29 |
| 2023 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 31 |
| 2023 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 29 |
| 2023 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 30 |
| 2022 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 29 |
| 2022 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 31 |
| 2022 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 32 |
| 2022 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 31 |
| 2022 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 30 |
| 2022 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 29 |
| 2021 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 29 |
| 2021 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 31 |
| 2021 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 32 |
| 2021 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 29 |
| 2021 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 29 |
| 2021 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 31 |
| 2020 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 29 |
| 2020 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 30 |
| 2020 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 32 |
| 2020 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 31 |
| 2020 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 29 |
| 2019 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 29 |
| 2019 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 32 |
| 2019 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 31 |
| 2019 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 30 |
| 2019 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 29 |
| 2018 | Auto (AV-S7), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 30 |
| 2018 | Auto (AV-S7), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 26 |
| 2018 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 31 |
| 2017 | Auto (AV-S7), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 30 |
| 2017 | Auto (AV-S7), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 26 |
| 2017 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 31 |
| 2016 | Auto (AV-S7), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 30 |
| 2016 | Auto (AV-S7), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 26 |
| 2016 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 31 |
| 2015 | Auto (AV-S7), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 26 |
| 2015 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Midsize Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 31 |
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 Vehicle Class FAQ
What class of vehicle is the Nissan Altima?
The EPA classifies the Nissan Altima as a Midsize Cars. This classification is based on interior volume and body style and affects how its fuel economy is compared with other vehicles.
Is the Nissan Altima considered a small or large vehicle?
Based on its EPA class (Midsize Cars), the Nissan Altima is grouped with vehicles of similar size and interior volume. The class can change between model years when the body is redesigned.