How much does the 2019 Nissan Altima cost?

Prices have softened 9.76% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 2,301 listings available, which suggests solid inventory for comparison shopping. If you find a listing below $13,748.18, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

Is the 2019 Nissan Altima a good car?

Yes — 4.88/5 is a strong user rating for this model year, and the expert score is 7.83/10. The standout strength is Safety at 10/10.

Owners consistently praise the smooth drive, advanced tech features, stylish design, comfortable seating, and responsive handling. The Altima’s all-new redesign also lines up with the overview’s emphasis on premium interior materials and easy-to-use technology, which helps explain why it feels more polished than earlier versions. The main trade-offs are fairly pedestrian performance and a design that may not appeal to everyone.

With 25.4% of listings marked as good or great deals, you still have room to shop selectively.

Is the 2019 Nissan Altima reliable?

Owners rate it 4.88/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction. The user feedback also points to a dependable, trouble-free ownership experience, with buyers highlighting the car as a great choice overall. The expert notes reinforce that it is built for modern commuting and everyday use, with straightforward controls and a focus on practical features.

The Altima’s standard equipment and easy-to-use tech suggest a car designed to be counted on day to day. For used buyers, the main long-term ownership risk is making sure prior wear, maintenance history, and condition are clean before you commit.

What should I look for when buying a used 2019 Nissan Altima?

At 54.5% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

You should start with a vehicle history report and then prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially if the car has been in any collision. Focus on body condition, panel alignment, tire wear, and how well the cabin and electronics have held up. Because this model year was redesigned, it’s also worth confirming that all features work as expected.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The base S includes Zero Gravity seats, push-button start, an 8-way power driver’s seat, four USB ports, satellite radio, and an 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Higher trims add features such as LED headlights, fog lights, heated seats, a heated steering wheel, leather seating, Bose audio, navigation, and a surround-view monitor.
• Powertrain: The standard 2.5-liter 4-cylinder makes 188 horsepower and 180 pound-feet of torque. SR and Platinum trims can also get the turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder, which is aimed at delivering V6-like power with 4-cylinder fuel economy. Both engines use a CVT, and AWD is available with the 2.5-liter setup.
• Safety package: ProPilot Assist is standard on SV, SL, and Platinum trims, while forward-collision warning and driver-alertness monitoring are standard on every Altima. The base trim misses the more advanced driver-assistance suite.
• Infotainment: The Altima uses an 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus a 7-inch color Drive Assist display. The system is designed to be straightforward, with hard buttons and dials below the screen.
• Fuel efficiency: The 2.5-liter engine returns 28 mpg city, 39 highway, and 32 combined, while AWD versions drop to 25 city, 35 highway, and 29 combined. The turbocharged 2.0-liter is expected to return 25 city, 34 highway, and 29 combined.

Which 2019 Nissan Altima trim should I buy?

The 2019 Nissan Altima is offered in 5 trim levels: S, SR, SV, SL, Platinum.

Here's the short version:

• Base trim: The S is the value play, but it lacks the more advanced driver-assistance suite and the extra comfort and luxury features found higher up the range.
• Sweet-spot trim: The SV probably gives you the best mix of features and price, adding heated seats, a heated steering wheel, a moonroof, adaptive cruise control, and ProPilot Assist.
• Premium/top trim: The Platinum is the most fully equipped choice, with 19-inch wheels, memory settings, a 360-degree surround-view monitor, and interior accent lighting.

ProPilot Assist is standard on the SV, SL, and Platinum trims.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2019 Nissan Altima?

This is a moderate market for selective buyers, so you can shop carefully without expecting every listing to be a bargain.

• Deal availability: 25.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 2,301 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 9.76% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 54.5% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $13,748.18, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2019 Nissan Altima's resale value?

The current average of $13,769 sits slightly below last year's $15,258.

That price movement suggests the model has already absorbed a meaningful amount of depreciation, which can help future sellers if they buy at the right price. A softer market today can also mean less downside from here if the car remains in good condition and well maintained. Strong feature content and broad buyer appeal can help support demand later.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.88/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2019 Nissan Altima safe?

It earns a 10/10 safety score from our experts.

Standard safety features include front- and side-impact airbags, traction control, vehicle dynamics control, and a reversing camera. ProPilot Assist is standard on SV, SL, and Platinum trims, and it adds speed matching and lane-centering support while still requiring you to keep a hand on the wheel. Forward-collision warning and driver-alertness monitoring are standard on every Altima, but the more advanced driver-assistance suite is not standard on the base trim.

Should I buy a 2019 Nissan Altima or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2019 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2019 if:

• 25.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• At 54.5% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 9.76% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.88/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• The 2019 redesign brought a more upscale cabin and easier-to-use technology.

Consider the 2020 if:

• At $14,470, the 2020 costs more than the current year's $13,769 average.
• Nissan Safety Shield 360 becomes more widely available.

The bottom line: If you want the lower average price and a redesigned cabin, the 2019 is the better starting point. If you’re willing to pay more for broader safety-tech availability, the 2020 is the smarter alternative for safety-focused shoppers.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 21, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.