Used 2024 Nissan Altima for Sale nearRochester, NY

How much does the 2024 Nissan Altima cost?

Prices have softened 8.81% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 9,775 listings available, which suggests you should have a workable amount of inventory to compare.

Is the 2024 Nissan Altima a good car?

Yes — the 5/5 user rating and 7/10 expert rating point to a broadly appealing sedan. 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 helps if you want a practical sedan with extra traction and easier tech.

The trade-offs are clear: performance is pedestrian, material quality is unimpressive, and the Bose stereo is lacking. Even so, the Altima makes the most sense if you want comfort, straightforward technology, and sedan practicality in a shrinking segment.

36.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals, which gives you some 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 several years, which can be a plus if you value a settled design and predictable ownership experience. Its standard safety tech and well-rounded everyday usability also support its reputation as a practical choice.

Its powertrain is adequate rather than exciting, but the CVT is described as doing a good job managing power output, and the available all-wheel drive can be useful if you deal with winter weather. The Altima also comes with a three-year, 36,000-mile limited warranty and a five-year limited powertrain warranty.

For used buyers, the main long-term risk is that the car’s modest performance and mixed cabin quality may matter more as mileage climbs.

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

Accident-free inventory is solid at 86.1% — 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 an AWD example or a higher-trim car with more equipment. Focus on cabin condition, since the interior materials are described as less impressive than the seats and controls.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The Altima is offered in S, SV, SR, and SL trims. The base S is the simplest version, while higher trims add more equipment and the SL and SR VC-Turbo bring the most features.
• 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 VC-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.
• Infotainment: Most models 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 and the value play if you want the lowest starting price and the core Altima experience without extra frills.
• SV: This is the best-value trim for many shoppers because it opens the door to AWD and can add ProPilot Assist.
• SR: Choose this if you want a sportier setup and the option of the more powerful VC-Turbo engine.
• SL: This is the most feature-rich mainstream trim, with the larger 12.3-inch screen, NissanConnect, ProPilot Assist, and the surround-view monitor.

The SL and SR VC-Turbo also include the most advanced safety and tech features, so they’re the trims to target if those extras matter most.

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

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market.

• Deal availability: 36.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 9,775 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 8.81% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 86.1% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $19,781, 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 $19,990 sits slightly below last year's $21,920.

That price movement suggests the market has already adjusted downward, which can help you buy at a more favorable point in the cycle. For a future seller, it also means you should expect resale values to reflect the model’s softer pricing trend rather than a strong upward trajectory.

The Altima’s broad appeal comes from comfort, standard safety tech, and available AWD, which should help keep it relevant with used shoppers. But its pedestrian performance and mixed interior quality may limit how much value it holds relative to stronger rivals.

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 earns five-star overall ratings from NHTSA, though it also earns four-star ratings in frontal crash and driver-side barrier crash tests.

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 also add a 360-degree surround-view monitor and traffic-sign recognition.

The main caveat is that the 2024 model did not receive the IIHS Top Safety Pick+ designation because of poor performance in the 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:

• 36.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is solid at 86.1% — always verify the vehicle history report.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 8.81% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• It offers an attractive starting price, standard safety tech, and available all-wheel drive.

Consider the 2023 if:

• At $20,959, the 2023 costs more than the current year's $19,990 average.
• It is a comfortable, easy-to-use sedan with strong everyday practicality.

Consider the 2025 if:

• At $21,162, the 2025 costs more than the current year's $19,990 average.
• It adds a value-packed SV Special Edition Package and keeps available AWD.

The bottom line: If you want the best mix of price and availability, the 2024 is the primary path to consider. If you’re shopping strictly on value, the 2024 also makes more sense than paying more for a 2025, while the 2023 is worth a look only if you find a notably better-equipped example.

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