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2026 Nissan Altima Trims Comparison

Which 2026 Altima trim does Edmunds recommend?

Nissan hasn't released official information on the 2026 Altima as of this writing. We'll update our recommendation if anything changes, but based on last year's Altima, we recommend stepping up to the SV trim, which only costs a few hundred dollars more than the base model. You get a handful of additional standard features, but more importantly, it's eligible for the optional SV Premium package that adds several desirable convenience, tech and safety features.

2026 Altima trim level differences

[Editor's note: The following unofficial information is based on last year's Altima. We expect the 2026 model will have a similar lineup and we'll update this section once we have complete information.] The Nissan Altima is a midsize four-door sedan available in S, SV, SR and SL trim levels. All come with a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine (188 horsepower, 180 lb-ft of torque), a continuously variable transmission (CVT) and front-wheel drive. All-wheel drive is available for the SV, SR and SL. Keep reading for our rundown of each trim's standard and optional features.

S
The S base trim is pretty basic, but it offers:

  • 16-inch steel wheels
  • LED headlights
  • Remote engine start
  • 60/40-split folding rear seat
  • 8-inch center touchscreen
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone compatibility
  • Six-speaker audio system

Driver assist features on the base S include:

  • Forward collision warning with automatic braking (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
  • Lane departure warning (alerts you if the vehicle begins to drift out of its lane)
  • Driver attention warning (issues an alert if sensors determine you are becoming fatigued)
  • Rear parking sensors
  • Blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic warning (alerts you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while in reverse)

SV
The SV builds on the base S equipment with:

  • 17-inch alloy wheels
  • Keyless entry and push-button ignition
  • Power-adjustable driver's seat
  • Rear seat USB ports

An optional SV Premium package adds:

  • Sunroof
  • Heated front seats
  • Dual-zone automatic climate control
  • 12.3-inch touchscreen
  • Wireless connectivity for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
  • Wireless smartphone charging pad
  • Adjustable lumbar support for the driver's seat
  • Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob
  • ProPilot Assist system
  • Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the Altima and the car in front)
  • Lane keeping system (makes minor steering corrections to help keep the vehicle centered in its lane)

The optional SV Special Edition package is similar. It has black-painted wheels and a few other minor styling changes but doesn't come with ProPilot Assist.

SR
The SR is the sporty Altima. It comes with:

  • 19-inch wheels
  • Sport suspension (front-wheel-drive models only)
  • Transmission paddle shifters
  • Special exterior and cabin styling elements
  • Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob

The optional Premium package for the SR consists of everything from the SV's Premium package except ProPilot Assist.

SL
The SL builds on the SV features, adding:

  • SV Premium package
  • 19-inch wheels
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Power-adjustable passenger seat
  • Leather seats
  • Rear air vents
  • Navigation system
  • NissanConnect connected services
  • Nine-speaker Bose premium audio system
  • 360-degree camera system (gives you a top-down view of the Altima and its surroundings for tight parking situations)
  • Rear automatic braking (brakes if sensors detect an imminent collision with an object behind the vehicle)

Pricing

Edmunds suggests you pay
$26,946
Prices based on sales in VA thru 1/26/26
Final assembly in USA

Compare 2026 Altima trims side-by-side

Comparing average pricing near
Ashburn, VA
Vehicle
Altima 2.5 SV
Altima 2.5 SR
Vehicle
2.5 SV
2.5L 4cyl CVT
Starting MSRP
$28,825
Avg Price Paid
$26,946
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2.5 SR
2.5L 4cyl CVT
Starting MSRP
$30,225
Avg Price Paid
$28,249
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Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
Navigation
optional
optional
Satellite radio
standard
standard
Keyless Ignition
standard
standard
Cruise control
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
optional
optional
Parking assistance
standard
standard
Upholstery
cloth
premium cloth
Heated seats
optional
optional
Cooled/Ventilated seats
Not available
Not available
Folding rear seats
standard
standard
Sunroof
optional
optional
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Specifications

Specifications

Country of final assembly
United States
United States
Drivetrain
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
Engine power
188 hp @ 6,000 rpm
188 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Engine torque
180 lb-ft @ 3,600 rpm
180 lb-ft @ 3,600 rpm
Engine displacement
2.5 l
2.5 l
Engine configuration
inline 4
inline 4
Transmission
continuously variable-speed automatic
continuously variable-speed automatic
Tire size
215/55R17
235/40R19
Wheel size
Wheel type
painted alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
Not available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
26 / 36 / 30 MPG
26 / 36 / 30 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
16.2 gal.
16.2 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
421 / 583 miles
421 / 583 miles
Fuel Type
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
37.4 ft.
37.4 ft.
Curb weight
3,283 lb.
3,323 lb.
Ground Clearance
Overall Width with Mirrors
Overall Width without Mirrors
72.9 in.
72.9 in.
Height
56.8 in.
56.9 in.
Length
192.9 in.
192.9 in.
Wheelbase
111.2 in.
111.2 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
15.4 cu. ft.
15.4 cu. ft.
Cargo Space, Rear Seat Down or Removed
Front Head Room
39.1 in.
39.1 in.
Front Leg Room
43.8 in.
43.8 in.
Front Shoulder Room
58.2 in.
58.2 in.
Rear Head Room
36.9 in.
36.9 in.
Rear Leg Room
35.2 in.
35.2 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
57.1 in.
57.1 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
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Average Cost Per Mile
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Depreciation
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Financing
Not Available
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Taxes & Fees
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Fuel
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Insurance
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Maintenance
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Repairs
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Colors

Colors

Interior
Charcoal, leather
Charcoal, cloth
Charcoal Sport, leather/premium cloth
Charcoal Sport, premium cloth
Exterior
Super Black
Pearl White TriCoat
Glacier White
Gun Metallic
Brilliant Silver Metallic
Scarlet Ember Tintcoat
Super Black
Gray Sky Pearl
Pearl White TriCoat
Glacier White
Gun Metallic
Tactical Green Metallic
Scarlet Ember Tintcoat