Used 2019 Nissan Altima for Sale nearRochester, NY

How much does the 2019 Nissan Altima cost?

Prices have softened 8.85% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 2,251 listings available, which suggests you have a solid amount of inventory to compare.

Is the 2019 Nissan Altima a good car?

Yes — the 2019 Nissan Altima earns a 4.88/5 user rating and a 7.83/10 expert rating. The standout strength is Safety at 10/10.

Owners consistently praise its smooth drive, advanced tech features, and stylish design. The review summary also points to comfortable seating and responsive handling, which fits the car’s everyday-friendly character.

On the trade-off side, the expert review calls out fairly pedestrian performance and a potentially polarizing design. That means you should expect a polished commuter rather than a sporty sedan.

For you, the Altima makes the most sense if you want a comfortable, tech-friendly midsize sedan with a more upscale feel than its reputation suggests. 28.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals, so there is some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2019 Nissan Altima reliable?

Owners rate it 4.88/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

The owner summary points to a car that feels dependable in daily use, with praise centered on smooth driving, comfort, and a generally positive ownership experience. That kind of feedback matters when you’re looking for a used sedan you can count on.

The expert review also emphasizes that Nissan built this Altima to be a modern, easy-to-live-with commuter, with straightforward controls and a well-integrated tech setup. The combination suggests a car that should be pleasant to own over time if it has been maintained properly.

For used buyers, the main long-term risk is less about the model’s concept and more about how each individual car was treated and serviced.

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

At 53.6% 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 prior collision. Focus on body condition, panel alignment, tire wear, and whether the electronics and driver-assistance 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 like LED headlights, heated seats, a heated steering wheel, leather seating, Bose audio, navigation, and a 360-degree surround-view monitor, so the base trim is the one most likely to feel sparse if you want more comfort and convenience equipment.
• Powertrain: The standard 2.5-liter 4-cylinder makes 188 horsepower and 180 pound-feet of torque, while the available turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder is designed to deliver V6-like power with 4-cylinder fuel economy. Both pair with a CVT, and the car is available with front-wheel drive or AWD.
• Safety package: ProPilot Assist is standard on the SV, SL, and Platinum trims, while forward-collision warning and driver-alertness monitoring are standard on every Altima. The standard safety equipment also includes front- and side-impact airbags, traction control, vehicle dynamics control, and a reversing camera.
• Infotainment: You get an 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus a 7-inch color Drive Assist display. The system is straightforward, with hard buttons and dials below the screen, and it does not rely on a complicated interface.
• Fuel efficiency: The base 2.5-liter engine returns 28 mpg city, 39 highway, and 32 combined, while AWD versions are rated at 25, 35, and 29. The turbocharged 2.0-liter is expected to return 25 mpg 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:

• S: This is the value play if you want the lowest entry price and still want core tech like Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and the 8-inch touchscreen. It also gives you the comfortable Zero Gravity seats and the standard safety basics, making it the best fit if you care most about affordability and everyday usability.
• SR: This trim adds a sportier look with 19-inch wheels, LED headlights, a rear spoiler, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel with paddle shifters. It suits you if style matters more than maximum comfort content, but it is not the best-value choice.
• SV: This is the best-value trim for most shoppers because it adds a strong mix of comfort and convenience features, including heated seats, a heated steering wheel, a power moonroof, automatic climate control, and adaptive cruise control. It also gets ProPilot Assist, which makes it the sweet spot if you want the most useful equipment for the money.
• SL: This trim leans more upscale with leather seating, a 9-speaker Bose sound system, a power front-passenger seat, and navigation with live traffic updates. It makes sense if you want a more premium cabin without going all the way to the top trim.
• Platinum: This is the most fully equipped version, adding 19-inch wheels, memory settings for the driver’s seat, a 360-degree surround-view monitor, and interior accent lighting. Choose it if you want the most features and the most polished feel.

ProPilot Assist is standard on the SV, SL, and Platinum trims, so those are the trims to target if you want the strongest safety and driver-assistance package.

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

This is a moderate, selective-buyer market, so you can shop carefully and still find worthwhile listings.

• Deal availability: 28.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 2,251 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 8.85% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 53.6% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $13,721, 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 $13,836 sits slightly below last year's $15,179.

That decline suggests the market has already adjusted downward, which can help you as a buyer today but may limit upside if you plan to resell soon. If you buy at a strong price, you reduce the risk of taking a bigger hit later.

For a future seller, the key is to buy well and keep the car in strong condition, because the current pricing trend shows the market is still softening. A clean history and desirable equipment should help your car stand out when it is time to sell.

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?

The 2019 Nissan Altima earns a 10/10 safety score from our experts.

Standard safety equipment includes front- and side-impact airbags, traction control, vehicle dynamics control, and a reversing camera. Nissan also makes forward-collision warning and driver-alertness monitoring standard on every Altima.

ProPilot Assist is standard on the SV, SL, and Platinum trims, and it adds partially autonomous driving functions with speed matching and lane-centering steering inputs. If you want that driver-assistance suite, you need to move above 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:

• 28.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• At 53.6% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 8.85% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.88/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• It was all-new for the year and brought a more upscale cabin plus easier-to-use technology.

Consider the 2020 if:

• At $14,364, the 2020 costs more than the current year's $13,836 average.
• Nissan Safety Shield 360 became more widely available.

The bottom line: If you want the lower price and the fresh redesign, the 2019 is the better value. If you are willing to pay more for broader availability of advanced safety equipment, the 2020 is the smarter alternative. For price-sensitive buyers, the 2019 remains the more compelling starting point.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 15, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.