Used 2024 Nissan Altima for Sale nearAlexandria, VA

How much does the 2024 Nissan Altima cost?

Prices have softened 7.26% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

With 9,775 listings available, you have a healthy amount of inventory to compare before you buy.

Is the 2024 Nissan Altima a good car?

Yes — the 2024 Nissan Altima earns a 5/5 user rating and a 7/10 expert rating. The standout strength is Cost effectiveness at 9/10.

The Altima’s appeal starts with an attractive starting price and an impressive array of standard safety tech. It also offers available all-wheel drive and an upgraded touchscreen display on higher trims, which broadens its usefulness if you want a traditional sedan that stays practical for everyday driving.

The trade-offs are clear: performance is pedestrian, and material quality is unimpressive. The Bose stereo is also lacking.

With 37.1% of listings priced as good or great deals, you have room to shop selectively.

Is the 2024 Nissan Altima reliable?

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

The Altima is described as a stable, familiar sedan that has remained largely unchanged for years, which can be a plus if you want a straightforward ownership experience. Its value-focused positioning and well-rounded nature also support the case for dependable day-to-day use.

The performance side is adequate rather than exciting, but the engine and transmission are presented as competent for normal driving. Nissan also includes a three-year, 36,000-mile limited warranty and a five-year limited powertrain warranty, which adds some ownership reassurance.

For used buyers, the main long-term risk is that a car with modest performance and average cabin materials may show wear more quickly if it has been neglected.

What should I look for when buying a used 2024 Nissan Altima?

Accident-free inventory is solid at 84.8% — always verify the vehicle history report.

You should still check the history report carefully and prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially if you’re considering a higher-mileage example or one with optional equipment. Focus on cabin condition, since the interior materials are described as unimpressive, and make sure the features you want are actually present on the trim you’re shopping.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The Altima is offered in four trim levels: S, SV, SR, and SL. The base S is the most stripped-down version, while the higher trims add more convenience and tech; the SL and SR VC-Turbo stand out for their larger touchscreen and added equipment.
• Powertrain: The standard 2.5-liter four-cylinder makes 182 horsepower and 178 pound-feet of torque, while the SR VC-Turbo uses a 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder with 248 hp and 273 lb-ft. AWD is available on the SV, SR, and SL, but not with the VC-Turbo.
• Safety package: Nissan Safety Shield 360 is standard and includes forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking including pedestrian detection, blind-spot monitoring, rear automatic braking, rear cross-traffic alert, and lane-departure warning. The SL and SR VC-Turbo also add a 360-degree surround-view monitor and traffic-sign recognition, while ProPilot Assist is standard on SL and SR VC-Turbo and available on SV.
• Infotainment: Most trims get an 8-inch touchscreen, while the base S uses a 7-inch screen. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are available only with the largest 12.3-inch display, which is standard on the SL and SR VC-Turbo.
• Fuel efficiency: The standard engine with AWD is rated at 26 mpg city, 36 highway, 30 combined. The VC-Turbo with FWD returns 25 mpg city, 34 highway, 29 combined.

Which 2024 Nissan Altima trim should I buy?

The 2024 Nissan Altima is offered in 4 trim levels: S, SV, SR, and SL.

Here's the short version:

• S: This is the entry point if you want the lowest price and the core Altima experience. It keeps the value proposition intact, but you give up some of the nicer tech and convenience features found higher up the range.
• SV: This is the best-value trim for many shoppers because it opens the door to AWD and more available convenience features without pushing you into the pricier upper trims.
• SR: Choose this if you want a sportier-feeling Altima and the option of the more powerful VC-Turbo engine. It also sits in the group that can be equipped with AWD, though the turbo engine itself is not available with AWD.
• SL: This is the most feature-rich mainstream trim, with the larger 12.3-inch screen, standard NissanConnect, and standard ProPilot Assist. It makes the most sense if you want the most technology and comfort in one package.

The SL and SR VC-Turbo also get the 360-degree surround-view monitor and traffic-sign recognition, while ProPilot Assist is standard on those trims and available on SV.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2024 Nissan Altima?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop with some leverage if you’re patient.

• Deal availability: 37.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 9,775 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 7.26% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 84.8% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $19,779, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2024 Nissan Altima's resale value?

The current average of $19,856 sits slightly below last year's $21,411.

That decline suggests the Altima is currently in a softer pricing environment, which can help you buy at a better entry point. For a future seller, that also means resale value may be more sensitive to condition, mileage, and equipment than it would be in a stronger market.

Because the model is still a familiar, value-oriented sedan, well-kept examples should remain easier to move than neglected ones. Higher-trim cars with desirable equipment may also hold buyer interest better than stripped-down versions.

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

Is the 2024 Nissan Altima safe?

The 2024 Nissan Altima earns a five-star overall rating from NHTSA, but it also scores four-star ratings in the overall frontal crash test and driver-side barrier crash test.

It earns a 7/10 safety score from our experts.

Nissan Safety Shield 360 is standard, and it includes forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking including pedestrian detection, blind-spot monitoring, rear automatic braking, rear cross-traffic alert, and lane-departure warning. The SL and SR VC-Turbo trims add a 360-degree surround-view monitor and traffic-sign recognition, and ProPilot Assist is standard on SL and SR VC-Turbo while available on SV.

The main caveat is that the 2024 model did not receive the IIHS Top Safety Pick+ designation because of poor performance in the organization’s updated side-impact test.

Should I buy a 2024 Nissan Altima or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2024 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2024 if:

• 37.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is solid at 84.8% — always verify the vehicle history report.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 7.26% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• It combines value-focused pricing with standard safety tech and available AWD.

Consider the 2023 if:

• At $20,447, the 2023 costs more than the current year's $19,856 average.
• It is a comfortable, easy-to-use sedan with strong efficiency.

Consider the 2025 if:

• At $20,903, the 2025 costs more than the current year's $19,856 average.
• It adds a value-focused special edition package to keep the lineup fresh.

The bottom line: If you want the best mix of current pricing, inventory, and familiar sedan practicality, the 2024 is the smart default. If you’re shopping strictly on price, compare carefully against the 2023 and 2025, but the 2024’s softer pricing makes it the most compelling starting point.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 20, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.