2014 Nissan Altima MPG
The 2014 Nissan Altima gets 22–27 mpg in the city and 31–37 on the highway (25–31 combined), across the 2 versions the EPA rated.
The most efficient pairs the 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine with a CVT and front-wheel drive, at 31 mpg combined. At the other end, the 3.5-liter 6-cylinder engine with a CVT and front-wheel drive manages 25 mpg combined, 6 mpg less. That matches the best gasoline version of the 2013 model.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altima | 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 | 37 | 31 | Regular · 290 g CO₂/mi |
| Altima | 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (AV-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 31 | 25 | Regular · 353 g CO₂/mi |
2014 Nissan Altima fuel cost per year
Driving 15,000 miles a year on regular gasoline at the September 2026 U.S. average of $4.36 a gallon, the 2014 Nissan Altima costs about $2,110 a year to fuel in its most efficient form (31 mpg combined), or roughly 14 cents a mile.
The thirstiest priced version (25 mpg combined) comes to about $2,610 a year, $510 more.
This is an estimate from EPA combined mpg and the EIA national average price; your cost depends on how and where you drive and on local prices.
2014 Nissan Altima specs
The EPA lists 2 engine choices for the 2014 Nissan Altima: 2.5 L 4-cyl and 3.5 L 6-cyl. It came with a CVT, with front-wheel drive. For fuel-economy purposes it sits in the EPA's "Midsize Cars" class.
| Engine size (L) | Cylinders | Transmissions | Drive | Versions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 L | 4 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 1 |
| 3.5 L | 6 | Automatic (AV-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | 1 |
2014 Nissan Altima problems
As of October 2026, NHTSA (the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) holds 1,114 owner complaints about the 2014 Nissan Altima.
Exterior lighting is the most-reported area (21% of component mentions), followed by power train (15%) and air bags (15%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 85 complaints a year: fewer than the 2013 (164 a year) and about as many as the 2015 (79 a year).
That ranks 3rd of 17 Nissan Altima model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.
Of the 1,114, 52 mention a crash, 8 a fire and 40 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior lighting | 299 | 21% |
| Power train | 210 | 15% |
| Air bags | 208 | 15% |
| Suspension | 133 | 10% |
| Unknown or other | 83 | 6% |
| Engine | 77 | 6% |
| Electrical system | 71 | 5% |
| Steering | 58 | 4% |
| Structure | 53 | 4% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 31 | 2% |
| Vehicle speed control | 27 | 2% |
| Service brakes | 26 | 2% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 22 | 2% |
| Visibility/wiper | 21 | 2% |
| Seats | 14 | 1% |
| Wheels | 13 | <1% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 12 | <1% |
| Seat belts | 9 | <1% |
| Lane departure | 6 | <1% |
| Equipment | 4 | <1% |
| Visibility | 4 | <1% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 3 | <1% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 3 | <1% |
| Back over prevention | 2 | <1% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 2 | <1% |
| Hydraulic service brakes | 2 | <1% |
| Buckle chest clip | 1 | <1% |
| Child seat | 1 | <1% |
| Equipment adaptive/mobility | 1 | <1% |
| Tires | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
My 2014 Nissan Altima has experienced loss of visibility from the headlights significantly to the point of feeling unsafe driving at night. I believe the cause of these issue is due to degradation of the reflective coating within the headlamps. …
The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Altima. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the vehicle shuddered uncontrollably and stalled. The contact was able to pull to the shoulder of the road. The contact turned off the vehicle. …
As far as I am aware there are no causes to the failure but the sensor of the left panel on the driver side airbag is alerting. …
2014 Nissan Altima recalls
The 2014 Nissan Altima has been the subject of 8 recall campaigns.
The most recent, campaign 20V315000 from May 2020, concerns latches/locks/linkages.
Air bags account for 4 of the 8 campaigns, more than any other area.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | Altima years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20V315000 | May 28, 2020 | Latches/locks/linkages | 2013–2018 |
| 16V911000 | December 19, 2016 | Air bags | 2013–2015 |
| 16V244000 | April 26, 2016 | Air bags | 2013–2016 |
| 16V029000 | January 22, 2016 | Latches/locks/linkages | 2013–2015 |
| 15V681000 | October 20, 2015 | Air bags | 2013–2015 |
| 15V486000 | August 4, 2015 | Gasoline fuel system | 2013–2015 |
| 15V116000 | February 27, 2015 | Latches/locks/linkages | 2013–2015 |
| 14V138000 | March 25, 2014 | Electrical system, Air bags | 2013–2014 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 1 version of the 2014 Nissan Altima; the best overall score is 5 out of 5 stars.
| Version tested | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-door FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Crash-test photos: NHTSA (public domain). NHTSA can reuse a test for later model years of the same design.
Compared with other years
Complaints per year on sale divide each model year's NHTSA complaints by the years since it went on sale, so older and newer Nissan Altimas can be compared fairly. Among other 2014 models in the EPA's midsize cars class, the 2014 Hyundai Elantra (31 mpg), 2014 Honda Accord (30 mpg) and 2014 Chevy Malibu (29 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 33 | 246 | 15 | 1 |
| 2012 | 26 | 426 | 28 | 4 |
| 2013 | 31 | 2,313 | 164 | 12 |
| 2014 | 31 | 1,114 | 85 | 8 |
| 2015 | 31 | 955 | 79 | 10 |
| 2016 | 31 | 554 | 50 | 4 |
| 2017 | 31 | 393 | 39 | 3 |
Every Nissan Altima model year compared →
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FAQ
Is the 2014 Altima a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2014 Nissan Altima has 85 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (3rd most of 17 model years), 8 recall campaigns, a best overall crash rating of 5 stars and up to 31 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2014 Altima problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are exterior lighting (299), power train (210) and air bags (208). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2014 Altima have?
NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns. To see whether a recall is still open on a specific car, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2014 Altima get?
The EPA rates the versions at 25–31 mpg combined (22–27 city, 31–37 highway).
How much does it cost to fuel a 2014 Altima per year?
About $2,110 a year for 15,000 miles in its most efficient form, up to about $2,610 for the thirstiest version, using EPA mpg and the September 2026 U.S. average regular gasoline price of $4.36 a gallon (EIA).