Used 2025 Nissan Altima for Sale nearDunedin, FL

How much does the 2025 Nissan Altima cost?

Prices have softened 10.49% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 8,141 listings available, which gives you a healthy pool to compare before you commit.

If you find a listing below $19,651.34, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

Is the 2025 Nissan Altima a good car?

Yes — the 2025 Nissan Altima earns a 5/5 user rating and a 5.83/10 expert rating. The standout strength is Form and function at 8/10.

You get a midsize sedan that still makes a case for itself with terrific front seats, available all-wheel drive, and easy-to-use technology. It is also styled with enough flair to stay visually interesting without becoming awkward or overdone.

The trade-offs are clear: the driving experience is fairly pedestrian, and the interior materials feel cheap. Some of the technology also feels outdated, so this is more about comfort and practicality than excitement.

For you, that means the Altima fits best if you want a straightforward daily driver with comfort and available AWD rather than a sedan built to thrill. The market shows 34.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals, which suggests there is room to shop selectively.

Is the 2025 Nissan Altima reliable?

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

The Altima is described as a practical, comfort-focused sedan with straightforward everyday manners, and its engine and CVT combination are presented as calm and predictable rather than troublesome. It also delivers real-world fuel efficiency that matches the official EPA rating, which is a good sign for consistency in ownership.

Nissan also includes three complimentary oil changes, which helps soften early ownership costs. For used buyers, the main long-term risk is that the car’s value proposition depends heavily on condition and equipment, so a neglected example can feel dated faster than you’d like.

What should I look for when buying a used 2025 Nissan Altima?

Accident-free inventory is solid at 86.8% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Start with the history report so you can confirm accident status, title history, and service records before you get too far into the process. Then prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially if you are considering a higher-mileage example or one with optional equipment. Focus on interior condition, tech operation, and how the car feels in close-quarters parking, since the automatic rear braking can be overly sensitive.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The lineup includes S, SV, SV Special Edition, SR, and SL trim levels. The SV Special Edition adds black wheels, a rear spoiler, and comfort and technology upgrades, while the SR brings 19-inch wheels, sport suspension, brake-induced torque vectoring, and sport-bolstered front seats. The SL is the trim to target if you want the best safety and tech mix, and the SR Premium Package is the key upgrade if you want better interior equipment.
• Powertrain: Every Altima uses a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with a CVT. Front-wheel-drive models make 188 horsepower and 180 pound-feet of torque, while AWD models make 182 horsepower and 178 pound-feet of torque. AWD is available, but it costs more up front and reduces fuel economy.
• Safety package: Nissan Safety Shield 360 is standard and includes forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, automatic rear braking, pedestrian detection, lane departure warning, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert. The SL trim adds ProPilot Assist 1.0, a surround-view camera system, and an active blind-spot monitoring system that can help steer you away from danger.
• Infotainment: The standard setup uses an 8-inch touchscreen with wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, SiriusXM satellite radio, and a six-speaker stereo. The SV Special Edition and SL upgrade to a 12.3-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless smartphone charging, NissanConnect services, navigation, and a conversational voice assistant.
• Fuel efficiency: AWD models should get 28 mpg in combined driving, while front-wheel-drive versions should get 31-32 mpg. The AWD system adds cost up front and over time, so it is worth weighing carefully against your actual needs.

Which 2025 Nissan Altima trim should I buy?

The 2025 Nissan Altima is offered in 5 trim levels: S, SV, SV Special Edition, SR, and SL.

Here's the short version:

• S: This is the entry point, so it makes sense if you want the lowest-cost way into the Altima and plan to keep expectations simple.
• SV: This is the best-value trim because it adds a more appealing mix of comfort and technology without pushing you into the pricier upper end of the lineup.
• SV Special Edition: This is the trim to choose if you want the strongest blend of style and added equipment, and it is the one the experts recommend in this lineup.
• SR: Choose this if you want the sportier look and feel, including the firmer suspension and sport seats, but be aware that the ride and braking behavior are not as polished as the Altima’s comfort-focused trims.
• SL: This is the trim for you if safety and tech matter most, since it gets the best available driver-assistance and infotainment equipment.

The SL trim is also your ticket to the best safety features available for the Altima.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2025 Nissan Altima?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop carefully and still find worthwhile options.

• Deal availability: 34.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 8,141 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 10.49% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 86.8% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $19,651.34, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2025 Nissan Altima's resale value?

The current average of $21,200 sits slightly below last year's $23,686.

That price drop suggests the Altima is not holding value as strongly as it did a year ago, which can be a concern if you plan to sell in the near future. For you, that means depreciation is still working against the car, especially if you buy one with average equipment or visible wear.

On the other hand, the current market softness can help you buy at a better entry point, which may reduce the sting later if you keep the car for several years. Strong condition, desirable equipment, and careful shopping matter more here because the model’s value story is tied closely to how well it presents on the used market.

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 2025 Nissan Altima safe?

The Altima earns five-star ratings from NHTSA, including a five-star rollover resistance rating.

It earns a 5/10 safety score from our experts.

Nissan Safety Shield 360 is standard on every Altima, and it includes forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, automatic rear braking, pedestrian detection, lane departure warning, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert. The SL trim adds ProPilot Assist 1.0, which combines adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability and lane-centering assist, plus a surround-view camera system and active blind-spot monitoring.

There is a caveat you should not ignore: the Altima gets a Poor rating in updated side-impact and front crash prevention evaluations, and it also scores Marginal in an updated moderate offset frontal test. That makes the standard safety equipment useful, but not enough to erase the model’s weaker crash-test showing.

Should I buy a 2025 Nissan Altima or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2025 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2025 if:

• 34.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is solid at 86.8% — always verify the vehicle history report.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 10.49% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• Nissan adds a value-packed SV Special Edition package to the lineup to drum up interest.

Consider the 2024 if:

• At $20,052, the 2024 costs less than the current year's $21,200 average.
• It remains a stable, familiar sedan with strong everyday usability.

The bottom line: If you want the newest version with the strongest current shopping conditions, the 2025 is the better target. If your priority is saving money up front, the 2024 is the smarter path because it delivers similar core appeal for less.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 4, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.