Trim Report

Nissan Altima 2.52021

Includes:ALTIMA|2.5
$2,788
Starting From
41
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 41 active dealer listings as of

Min $2,788
Max $21,000
From $2,788
Fresh

2.5 Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$3,850
$4K–$27K
737 listings71,879 avg miles
2.0 Edition One
From$12,995
7 listings|$13K–$21K
2.0 Platinum
From$10,000
37 listings|$10K–$24K
2.0 SR
From$11,777
196 listings|$12K–$33K
2.5
From$2,788
41 listings|$3K–$21K
2.5 Platinum
From$3,950
119 listings|$4K–$27K
2.5 S
From$550
2,764 listings|$550–$30K
2.5 SL
From$875
1,369 listings|$875–$39K
2.5 SR
From$3,450
4,148 listings|$3K–$60K
2.5 SV
From$2,000
12,142 listings|$2K–$37K
3.5 S
From$5,800
4 listings|$6K–$9K
3.5 SE
From$1,295
34 listings|$1K–$11K
3.5 SL
From$3,995
75 listings|$4K–$16K
3.5 SR
From$3,000
44 listings|$3K–$29K
3.5 SV
From$5,500
15 listings|$6K–$12K
GXE
From$8,980
1 listings|$9K–$9K

2021 Nissan Altima 2.5 Pricing

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Where to Find Nissan Altima 2.5

Location data for all 2021 Nissan Altima trims combined

37States

If you're near California, you're in luck: 11% of listings are there. But with 37 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

Nissan Altima Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2021 Nissan Altima trims

Elevated

With 1 recalls and 56 complaints, the 2021 Nissan Altima rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

1
Recalls
56
Complaints
4
Crashes
1
Fires
Recall Findings
21V1380002021-04-03
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Nissan Altima vehicles. The tie rod ball joint fastener was not tightened properly, which could result in the tie rod ball joint detaching from the steering knuckle.

A detached tie rod ball joint can cause a loss of steering control, and increase the risk of a crash.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2021 Nissan Altima's biggest weak point? SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE. It leads 56 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Service Brakes,forward Collision Avoidance8
02Electrical System7
03Forward Collision Avoidance5
04Unknown Or Other3
05Engine3
56 total across 1 model years (2021–2021)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Nissan Altima Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2021 Nissan Altima trims

29–32mpg combined
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25-28city
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34-39hwy
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$1,350-$1,500/yr

Fuel economy for the 2021 Nissan Altima ranges from 29 to 32 MPG combined across 6 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Altima - Automatic (variable gear ratios)
32mpg
2.5L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
28 city39 hwy~$1,350/yr7/10 Clean
Altima SR - Automatic (variable gear ratios)
31mpg
2.5L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
27 city37 hwy~$1,400/yr7/10 Clean
Altima SV/SL - Automatic (variable gear ratios)
31mpg
2.5L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
27 city37 hwy~$1,400/yr7/10 Clean
Altima AWD - Automatic (variable gear ratios)
29mpg
2.5L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
26 city35 hwy~$1,500/yr6/10 Average
Altima AWD SR/Platinum - Automatic (variable gear ratios)
29mpg
2.5L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
25 city34 hwy~$1,500/yr6/10 Average
Altima SR/Platinum - Automatic (variable gear ratios)
29mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
25 city34 hwy~$1,500/yr6/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

2.5 Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 2021 Nissan Altima 2.5

How does the 2.5 compare to other Nissan Altima trims?

Every Nissan Altima trim targets a different buyer. The 2021 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2021 Nissan Altima 2.5?

Maintenance costs for the 2.5 align with the broader Nissan Altima ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 2021 model year has 1 recall on record. The most-reported issue area is service brakes,forward collision avoidance. Check the 2021 Nissan Altima page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Nissan Altima 2.5?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Nissan Altima 2.5 year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Nissan Altima overview compares all years side by side.

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