How much does the 2025 Nissan Altima cost?

Prices have softened 11.64% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 7,998 listings available, which gives you a healthy amount of inventory to compare.

If you find a listing below $19,653.15, 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 stylish sedan with a comfortable interior, and Nissan’s Zero Gravity front seats are a real highlight for long drives. The Altima also brings available all-wheel drive and a value-focused SV Special Edition Package, which adds some visual flair and extra appeal.

The trade-offs are clear: performance is fairly pedestrian, and the interior materials feel cheap. Technology is also a weak spot unless you move up the trim ladder.

For you, that means the Altima makes the most sense if comfort, style, and everyday usability matter more than driving excitement. 33.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals, so there are still worthwhile opportunities in the market.

Is the 2025 Nissan Altima reliable?

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

The Altima’s overall setup points to a car that should be straightforward to live with: it has a simple 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, a CVT, and a comfort-first mission. The expert evaluation also notes that the engine provides decent acceleration, the transmission rarely irritates, and the car is quieter than expected.

Nissan also includes three complimentary oil changes, which helps reduce early ownership costs. That said, the Altima’s long-term appeal depends on how well you stay ahead of wear items and keep an eye on condition, especially if you’re buying one that has already seen regular use.

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

Accident-free inventory is solid at 87.3% — 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 interior wear, brake condition, and how the tech and driver-assistance features operate in real-world use. If you’re shopping an AWD example, make sure the added system is working smoothly and that the car’s maintenance history is complete.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The base setup leaves out worthwhile comfort and tech upgrades, while the higher trims add features that make the cabin feel more complete. The SL stands out for its richer safety and convenience equipment.
• Powertrain: Every model uses a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with a CVT. Front-wheel-drive versions make 188 horsepower and 180 pound-feet of torque, while AWD versions drop slightly to 182 horsepower and 178 pound-feet of torque.
• 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 adds ProPilot Assist 1.0, a surround-view camera system, and active blind-spot monitoring.
• Infotainment: The standard system uses an 8-inch touchscreen with wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Higher trims get a 12.3-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless charging, NissanConnect services, navigation, and a conversational voice assistant.
• Fuel efficiency: Front-wheel-drive models should return 31-32 mpg in combined driving, while AWD versions should get 28 mpg combined. In testing, an AWD model averaged 28.3 mpg.

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:

• Base trim: The S is the most stripped-down choice, so you give up the nicer cabin and tech upgrades found higher up the range.
• Sweet-spot trim: The SV Special Edition is the one to target if you want the best blend of style, comfort, and value. It adds black wheels and a rear spoiler, and it brings more appeal without pushing you into the priciest territory.
• Premium/top trim: The SL is the most complete version, with the best infotainment and the strongest safety and driver-assistance content.
• Off-road trim: None of the trims are aimed at off-road use, so there’s no special daily-driver caution to flag here.

The SL 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 is a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop carefully and still find value.

• Deal availability: 33.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 7,998 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 11.64% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 87.3% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $19,653.15, 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 $21,286 sits slightly below last year's $24,090.

That price decline suggests the Altima has softened in the used market, which can be a double-edged sword for future sellers. On one hand, you may benefit from a lower entry price today. On the other, resale upside may be limited if the model continues to lose value at a similar pace.

For you, the practical takeaway is that this is more of a buy-for-value sedan than a buy-for-appreciation sedan. If you plan to keep it for several years, the lower purchase price helps offset future depreciation.

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 a five-star overall rating from NHTSA, including a rare five-star rollover resistance rating. It also gets a Poor rating in updated side impact protection and front crash prevention evaluations from IIHS, plus a Marginal result in an updated moderate offset frontal-impact test.

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, along with a surround-view camera system and active blind-spot monitoring.

The main caveat is that the IIHS results are weaker than you’d want from a family sedan, so you should weigh the standard safety tech against those crash-test shortcomings.

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:

• 33.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is solid at 87.3% — always verify the vehicle history report.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 11.64% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• The SV Special Edition Package adds fresh style and helps the lineup feel more compelling.

Consider the 2024 if:

• At $20,434, the 2024 costs less than the current year's $21,286 average.
• It offers a strong value mix with standard safety tech and available AWD.

The bottom line: If you want the newest version with the freshest trim content and you’re comfortable paying a bit more, the 2025 is the better pick. If your priority is saving money and you’re happy with a similar overall Altima experience, the 2024 is the smarter value play.

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