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2026 Nissan Altima SV

Sedan · 182–188 hp · 28–32 mpg combined

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$27,580Factory MSRP, base configuration

Overview.

At a glance

182–188 hp28–32 mpg combinedAWD / FWD

Good

  • 188-hp front-wheel-drive version
  • Standard rear parking sensors
  • 8.0-inch infotainment display
  • Android Auto and Apple CarPlay

Watch for

  • Single-zone front air conditioning
  • Manual passenger-seat adjustment

The 2026 Nissan Altima SV is a gas sedan available with front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive.

MSRP runs from $27,580 to $29,080. The front-wheel-drive version produces 188 hp and returns an EPA-estimated 32 mpg combined, while the all-wheel-drive version produces 182 hp and returns 28 mpg combined. Both use a continuously variable-speed automatic transmission.

Standard cabin equipment includes cloth upholstery, an 8-way power driver seat, single-zone front air conditioning, keyless ignition and a split-folding rear seatback. The infotainment system has an 8.0-inch display, 6 speakers, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, satellite radio and USB connectivity.

Driver-assistance and parking features include a rearview camera, rear parking sensors, blind-spot and lane-departure warnings, rear cross-traffic alert, driver attention alert and a pre-collision safety system. Factory options include the $1,300 SV Special Edition Package and the $3,000 SV Premium Package. Basic warranty coverage is 36 months or 36,000 miles, while powertrain coverage is 60 months or 60,000 miles.

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Market

Too few listings to publish a market price.

12 factory options, from $95 to $3,000.

SV Premium Package$3,000
SV Special Edition Package$1,300
Exterior Ground Lighting w/Logo$590
Premium Paint$450
Illuminated Kick Plates$430
Floor Mats, Trunk Mat, Hideaway Net, Dual Trunk Hooks$390
Splash Guards$265
Floor Mats and Trunk Mat$210
Trunk Organizer Tray$210
NissanConnect Services$200
Chrome Bumper Protector$110
USB Charging Cable Set$95

Which Altima is right for you?

Three trims, $27,580 to $30,480. Tap one to open it.

Bar heights follow the price. The widest step is $1,500, from SR to SR AWD.

The numbers.

Two configurations: all-wheel or front-wheel drive, continuously variable automatic.

182–188hp2.5L four-cylinder
178–180lb-ftTorque
28–32mpgCombined · 25–27 city · 34–39 highway
AWD / FWDcontinuously variable-speed automatic
5Seats
15.4 cu ftCargo volume
3,281–3,399 lbsCurb weight
4,328 lbsGVWR
1,045 lbsMax payload

106 standard items.

Four groups, sized by how much is in each.

2 interiors

  • Charcoal
  • Charcoal

Cloth or leather.

10 factory paints

  • Pearl White TriCoat
  • Glacier White
  • Scarlet Ember Tintcoat
  • Gun Metallic
  • Scarlet Ember
  • Brilliant Aluminum Metallic
  • Pearl White
  • Black Obsidian
  • Super Black
  • Brilliant Silver Metallic

6 of the 10 are shown on the car at the top.

Safety and recalls

No recall campaigns on file.

Recalls are settled per car, not per model. Check the one you are buying.

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NHTSA has not published ratings for the 2026 Altima. A model year is often unrated for a year or more after it goes on sale.

NHTSA NCAP · checked Oct 2026

Factory coverage.

It runs from the first sale date, not the model year.

Basic
3 yr / 36,000 mi
Powertrain
5 yr / 60,000 mi
Rust
5 yr
Roadside
3 yr / 36,000 mi
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