How much does the 2024 Nissan Altima cost?

Prices have softened 9.61% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 9,710 listings available, which suggests you should have a healthy number of options to compare.

If you find a listing below $19,786.84, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

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 comes from its attractive starting price, available all-wheel drive, and a strong set of standard safety features. It’s aimed at you if you want a practical midsize sedan with comfort and modern conveniences rather than a car built to thrill.

The trade-offs are clear: performance is adequate rather than exciting, and the cabin materials can feel a bit dated. The Bose stereo is also a weak point.

With 33.3% of listings marked as good or great deals, the market still gives you 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 presented as a stable, time-tested sedan with a smooth ride and a well-rounded ownership proposition. Its standard 2.5-liter engine is described as adequate, and the available all-wheel-drive system is tuned to send power rearward only when traction calls for it, which supports everyday usability.

Nissan also backs it with a three-year, 36,000-mile limited warranty and a five-year limited powertrain warranty. If you’re buying used, your biggest long-term risk is choosing a neglected example with worn interior materials or deferred maintenance.

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

Accident-free inventory is solid at 86.5% — always verify the vehicle history report.

You should still check the history report carefully, because accident-free listings are not the same as problem-free listings. Prioritize a pre-purchase inspection that focuses on the cabin, electronics, tires, brakes, and any signs of uneven wear. If you’re shopping a higher-trim car, make sure the added equipment works as intended.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The base S trim has a smaller 7-inch screen, and it lacks the wireless phone charger that appears on higher trims. The SL trim adds more upscale touches, but the cabin still shows some aging materials.
• Powertrain: The standard 2.5-liter four-cylinder makes 182 horsepower and 178 pound-feet of torque, with roughly 7.5-second zero-to-60 acceleration. The VC-Turbo engine makes 248 hp and 273 lb-ft, but it is not available with AWD.
• Safety package: Nissan Safety Shield 360 is standard and includes forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking and pedestrian detection, blind-spot monitoring, rear automatic braking, rear cross-traffic alert, and lane-departure warning. The SL and SR VC-Turbo add a 360-degree surround-view monitor and traffic-sign recognition.
• Infotainment: Most trims use an 8-inch touchscreen, while the base S gets a 7-inch screen and higher trims can get a 12.3-inch display. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are available only with the largest screen, and NissanConnect comes standard on SL and SR VC-Turbo.
• Fuel efficiency: The AWD setup returns 26 mpg city, 36 highway, and 30 combined. The VC-Turbo with FWD returns 25 mpg city, 34 highway, and 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:

• Base trim: The S is the value play, but it gives up the larger touchscreen and the wireless phone charger found on higher trims.
• Sweet-spot trim: The SV is the best balance if you want a more complete Altima without jumping to the pricier upper trims.
• Premium/top trim: The SL is the most upscale choice, with the 12.3-inch display, NissanConnect, and added convenience features.
• Off-road trim: The SR VC-Turbo is the performance-oriented choice, but its stronger engine is not available with AWD.

Nissan Safety Shield 360 is standard across the lineup, while ProPilot Assist is added to SV trims and comes standard on SL and SR VC-Turbo models.

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

This is a moderate buyer’s market, so you can shop selectively without expecting deep scarcity.

• Deal availability: 33.3% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 9,710 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 9.61% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 86.5% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $19,786.84, 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 $20,434 sits slightly below last year's $22,606.

That softer pricing suggests the Altima has already absorbed some of its depreciation, which can help if you buy at the right price. For a future seller, that matters because a lower entry cost can reduce the amount of value you stand to lose over time.

The model’s broad appeal as a practical, well-equipped sedan should help keep demand steady. 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 Altima managed a five-star overall rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), but it did score only four out of five stars in the overall frontal crash test and driver-side barrier crash test. The 2024 model has not been awarded a Top Safety Pick+ designation from the IIHS due to poor performance in the organization’s updated side-impact test.

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

Nissan Safety Shield 360 is standard and includes forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking and pedestrian detection, blind-spot monitoring, rear automatic braking, rear cross-traffic alert, and lane-departure warning. ProPilot Assist is available on SV trims and standard on SL and SR VC-Turbo models, where it combines steering assistance with adaptive cruise control for highway driving support.

The main caution for you is that the Altima’s crash-test record is mixed despite its strong standard safety tech, so you should weigh its equipment against those test results.

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:

• 33.3% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is solid at 86.5% — always verify the vehicle history report.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 9.61% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• It combines available AWD with a strong standard safety-tech package.

Consider the 2023 if:

• At $21,362, the 2023 costs more than the current year's $20,434 average.
• It emphasizes strong fuel economy and a refreshed look.

Consider the 2025 if:

• At $21,286, the 2025 costs more than the current year's $20,434 average.
• It adds a value-packed Special Edition package and more comfort-focused appeal.

The bottom line: You should start with the 2024 if you want the best mix of price, inventory, and standard safety equipment. If you’re shopping strictly on value, the current-year pricing makes this a smart place to focus, while the 2023 and 2025 are worth comparing only if you find a better-equipped example at a similar out-the-door cost.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from July 31, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.