2026 Nissan Altima: What's in stock, trim-level comparison, FAQ's.
Updated 2026-10-03·/·car
Quick Answer
The Nissan Altima is Nissan's midsize sedan, competing with the Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, and Hyundai Sonata. Every Altima for 2025 uses a 2.5-liter four-cylinder making about 188 horsepower paired with an Xtronic CVT, with EPA-estimated up to 31 mpg combined on FWD. Intelligent AWD is available on the 2.5-liter, a feature no Camry or Accord offers. Safety Shield 360 is standard, ProPILOT Assist is available on upper trims, and Nissan has publicly indicated the 2025 model year is the final year of US Altima production. Swope Nissan has 2 SRs available right now.
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SRPearl White Tricoat/Super Black
SRPearl White Tricoat/Super Black
Highlights of the 2026 Nissan Altima
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Standard 2.5L inline-four, about 188 hp and 180 lb-ft, paired with an Xtronic CVT.
EPA-estimated up to 31 mpg combined on the FWD 2.5L (27 city / 38 highway).
Intelligent AWD available on the 2.5L, uncommon in the midsize-sedan class against Camry and Accord.
Safety Shield 360 standard: AEB with pedestrian detection, blind-spot warning, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-departure warning, rear AEB, and high-beam assist.
ProPILOT Assist available on upper trims, adaptive cruise + lane-centering for interstate and parkway commuting.
NissanConnect 12.3-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on upper trims; 8-inch on lower trims.
Nissan has publicly indicated MY2025 is the final US Altima production year, supply tightens as the run-out progresses.
Trim-Level Comparison and Availability at Swope Nissan
Compare available trim levels to find the right Nissan Altima for you. Pricing reflects current in-stock inventory.
Compare trimsTrim1 trim · 2 in stock
SR2 in stock
Pricing
Starting price
$32,015
Top price
$32,045
Powertrain
Drivetrain
FWD
Fuel options
Gasoline
Engine
4 Cyl, 2.5L
MPG (city / hwy)
26 / 36
Standard equipment · Safety & driver assistance
Auto high-beam headlights
Blind-spot & rear cross-traffic alert
Forward collision-avoidance
Front & rear parking sensors
Lane keep assist
Pedestrian & cyclist detection
Standard equipment · Technology & infotainment
Push-button start with proximity key
Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
Wireless Qi phone charger
Standard equipment · Comfort & convenience
Dual-zone climate control
Memory driver seat & mirrors
Remote engine start
Standard equipment · Interior & exterior
LED headlights & daytime running lights
Panoramic sunroof
Inside the Nissan Altima
What the Altima is in 2025
The Altima is Nissan's volume midsize sedan and a direct rival to the Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, Hyundai Sonata, and Kia K5. For MY2025 it is built around a 2.5-liter four-cylinder making roughly 188 horsepower and 180 lb-ft of torque, paired exclusively with an Xtronic continuously variable transmission. EPA combined ratings reach 31 mpg on the FWD 2.5-liter (27 city / 38 highway). Nissan has publicly indicated that the 2025 model year is the final year of US Altima production, so supply tightens as dealer allocations work down. Importantly, the Altima is gas-only, there is no hybrid in the US lineup the way Camry and Accord offer hybrids.
Powertrain, 2.5L only for 2025
Earlier Altimas offered a 2.0-liter VC-Turbo 'variable compression' four-cylinder making about 248 horsepower in the SR VC-Turbo trim. For 2025, that engine is no longer listed on the US Altima lineup; every 2025 Altima ships with the 2.5L four and the Xtronic CVT. The 2.5 is honest, refined, and right-sized for daily commuting; it isn't quick by sport-sedan standards, but it's a quiet and efficient highway cruiser. Drive selection is straightforward: choose FWD for best fuel economy (up to 31 mpg combined) or Intelligent AWD if winter traction is a recurring problem (rated 28 mpg combined).
Trim ladder and where the AWD story lives
The Altima trim ladder runs S → SV → SR → SL, with Intelligent AWD optional across the 2.5L lineup. SV is the value-play volume trim with Safety Shield 360 standard, the 8-inch NissanConnect display, and remote start. SR adds 19-inch wheels, sport-tuned suspension, paddle shifters, and a sportier exterior. SL is the loaded comfort flagship with leather seating, the 12.3-inch NissanConnect display, wireless Apple CarPlay, ProPILOT Assist, around-view monitor, and a Bose audio system. The AWD-on-the-2.5L story is the Altima's clearest differentiator versus a Camry or Accord, neither competitor offers an AWD non-hybrid option.
Pros and Cons
Pros
Intelligent AWD is available, a real differentiator versus Camry and Accord in this class.
Safety Shield 360 standard across the lineup with no upcharge.
Up to 31 mpg combined on FWD is competitive among non-hybrid midsize sedans.
Cabin is quiet and well-isolated, with the 12.3-inch display and wireless CarPlay on upper trims.
Strong run-out pricing and incentives are typical in a final-MY production year.
ProPILOT Assist on upper trims, useful adaptive-cruise + lane-centering for highway work.
Standard warranty: 3-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper and 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain.
Cons
Gas-only in the US, no hybrid option to chase Camry Hybrid or Accord Hybrid on mpg.
2025 is publicly reported as the final US Altima model year, so future parts/service support, while Nissan-backed, may be a consideration for some shoppers.
The 2.0L VC-Turbo (SR VC-Turbo) is no longer offered for 2025, the enthusiast trim is gone.
The Xtronic CVT is competent but less engaging than the 8- and 10-speed automatics in some rivals.
Top features (Bose, 12.3-inch display, wireless CarPlay, leather, ProPILOT) are concentrated in the SL trim.
Who is the 2026 Nissan Altima best for?
Value commuter, 2.5L FWD
If the Altima's job is the daily round-trip from Elizabethtown to Louisville on I-65, the 2.5L in front-wheel drive is the sweet spot. EPA-estimated 31 mpg combined, Safety Shield 360 standard, NissanConnect with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and final-MY pricing make this the most cost-effective way into a new midsize sedan with a strong active-safety package.
Snow-belt commuter, 2.5L Intelligent AWD
The Altima's available Intelligent AWD is its real differentiator versus a Camry or Accord, neither of which offers AWD on a non-hybrid sedan. For Hardin County winters and the inevitable mid-January ice storms on the Western Kentucky Parkway corridor, AWD on a daily-driver sedan earns its keep several mornings each season.
Comfort flagship, SL with leather + ProPILOT Assist
SL is the loaded Altima: leather seating, the 12.3-inch NissanConnect display with wireless Apple CarPlay, ProPILOT Assist for highway adaptive-cruise + lane-centering, around-view monitor, and Bose audio. If you would otherwise be cross-shopping a near-luxury midsize sedan, this is the trim that makes the comparison interesting at a meaningfully lower price.
Final-MY value buyer
Nissan has publicly indicated that the 2025 model year is the final year of US Altima production, and run-out pricing typically follows. For shoppers who want a refined midsize sedan and aren't worried about the model continuing past this generation, an end-of-run Altima is a strong value pick, Nissan's 3-yr/36k bumper-to-bumper and 5-yr/60k powertrain warranties are unaffected by production status.
Why this matters around Elizabethtown
Swope Nissan in Elizabethtown, Kentucky stocks the Nissan Altima for shoppers across Elizabethtown, Radcliff, Louisville, and Bardstown. With Intelligent AWD available across the 2.5L lineup and Safety Shield 360 standard, the Altima makes a strong case as a fuel-conscious daily-driver sedan for central-Kentucky use, long I-65 commutes and the AWD-on-a-sedan story most rivals can't match.
New 2026 Nissan Altima Inventory at Swope NissanLive
Current in-stock units at Swope Nissan in Elizabethtown, KY with full specifications, pricing, and direct links to each vehicle's detail page.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the 2026 Nissan Altima
Every 2025 Altima uses a 2.5-liter inline-four making about 188 horsepower and 180 lb-ft of torque, paired with an Xtronic continuously variable transmission (CVT). Front-wheel drive is standard, with Intelligent AWD available across the 2.5L lineup.
Per fueleconomy.gov, the 2025 Altima 2.5L FWD is rated at 27 city / 38 highway / 31 combined mpg. With Intelligent AWD it rates 25 / 34 / 28 mpg combined. The SR/SL FWD configurations rate 27 / 36 / 30 mpg combined.
Yes. Intelligent AWD is offered as an option across the 2.5L Altima lineup. That makes the Altima one of the few midsize sedans in its class, Toyota Camry and Honda Accord do not offer AWD on their non-hybrid configurations.
No. For the 2025 model year, Nissan offers only the 2.5-liter inline-four; the 2.0L VC-Turbo SR VC-Turbo trim from earlier model years is not part of the 2025 lineup.
Nissan has publicly indicated that the 2025 Altima is the final model year of US Altima production. Inventory will work down through model-year run-out; Nissan will continue to provide parts and warranty service per the published terms after production ends.
ProPILOT Assist is Nissan's driver-assistance system that combines adaptive cruise control with steering assist to help keep the vehicle centered in its lane on the highway. It is available on the upper Altima trims (SL); confirm availability on the specific configuration you're considering.
Safety Shield 360 is standard across the 2025 Altima lineup. It bundles automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, blind-spot warning, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-departure warning, rear automatic braking, and high-beam assist.
The 2025 Altima is offered in S, SV, SR, and SL trims. AWD is available across the 2.5L lineup. Check the live inventory listings on this page for the exact trim and drivetrain of any individual unit.
Yes. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are available across the lineup. Wireless Apple CarPlay is paired with the 12.3-inch NissanConnect display on upper trims; lower trims use an 8-inch display with wired CarPlay and Android Auto.
Nissan's New Vehicle Limited Warranty covers the 2025 Altima for 3 years or 36,000 miles bumper-to-bumper, with 5 years or 60,000 miles of powertrain coverage, whichever comes first. Roadside assistance is included for the duration of the basic coverage.
The live inventory section on this page reflects the current Altima stock at Swope Nissan in Elizabethtown, Kentucky. The list updates as new units arrive and as vehicles are sold.
Pricing depends on trim, drivetrain, and packaging. The live inventory table on this page shows the current asking price for each in-stock Altima at Swope Nissan; pricing reflects the units actually on the lot today.
Swope Nissan is located in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, in Hardin County. The dealership serves customers across Elizabethtown, Radcliff, Louisville, Bardstown, and the surrounding central-Kentucky region.
Yes. Use the contact form on this page or reach out through the Swope Nissan dealership website to schedule a test drive of any in-stock Altima. The team will confirm the specific trim and configuration you're interested in.
Yes. Swope Nissan's service department employs factory-trained Nissan technicians and uses Nissan OEM parts. The Altima is covered by Nissan's 3-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper and 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranties, and the service team follows Nissan's published maintenance intervals.
