2019 Nissan Altima MPG
The 2019 Nissan Altima gets 25–28 mpg in the city and 34–39 on the highway (29–32 combined), across the 5 versions the EPA rated.
The most efficient pairs the 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine with a CVT and front-wheel drive, at 32 mpg combined. The thirstiest version uses the 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine with a CVT and all-wheel drive and is rated 29 mpg combined. That is 1 mpg better than the best gasoline 2018 version (31 mpg).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altima | 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 | 39 | 32 | Regular · 278 g CO₂/mi |
| Altima SR/Platinum | 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 | 37 | 31 | Regular · 288 g CO₂/mi |
| Altima AWD | 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | All-Wheel Drive | 26 | 35 | 30 | Regular · 300 g CO₂/mi |
| Altima AWD SR/Platinum | 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | All-Wheel Drive | 26 | 34 | 29 | Regular · 307 g CO₂/mi |
| Altima SR/Platinum | 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 25 | 34 | 29 | Regular · 311 g CO₂/mi |
2019 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 2019 Nissan Altima costs about $2,040 a year to fuel in its most efficient form (32 mpg combined), or roughly 14 cents a mile.
The thirstiest priced version (29 mpg combined) comes to about $2,250 a year, $210 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.
2019 Nissan Altima specs
2019 Nissan Altima buyers could choose between 2 engines, according to EPA records: 2.5 L 4-cyl and 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo. It came with a CVT, in all-wheel drive or front-wheel drive versions. The EPA classes it as a midsize car.
| Engine size (L) | Cylinders | Transmissions | Drive | Versions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 L | 4 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive; All-Wheel Drive | 4 |
| 2.0 L turbo | 4 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 1 |
2019 Nissan Altima problems
Owners have filed 233 complaints about the 2019 Nissan Altima with NHTSA, the U.S. vehicle-safety agency, as of October 2026.
Electrical system is the most-reported area (16% of component mentions), followed by forward collision avoidance (14%) and engine (13%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 29 complaints a year: more than the 2018 (25 a year) and the 2020 (23 a year).
That ranks 8th of 17 Nissan Altima model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.
Of the 233, 22 mention a crash, 5 a fire and 10 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 58 | 16% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 52 | 14% |
| Unknown or other | 49 | 14% |
| Engine | 48 | 13% |
| Service brakes | 29 | 8% |
| Visibility/wiper | 14 | 4% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 12 | 3% |
| Air bags | 11 | 3% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 9 | 2% |
| Power train | 9 | 2% |
| Vehicle speed control | 9 | 2% |
| Suspension | 8 | 2% |
| Tires | 7 | 2% |
| Lane departure | 6 | 2% |
| Structure | 6 | 2% |
| Back over prevention | 5 | 1% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 5 | 1% |
| Seat belts | 5 | 1% |
| Seats | 5 | 1% |
| Wheels | 5 | 1% |
| Steering | 3 | <1% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | <1% |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | <1% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 1 | <1% |
| Parking brake | 1 | <1% |
| Visibility | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
All 4 door actuators failed over the course of a few months. Now none of the locks work, and the cost to fix them is prohibitive.
Have been getting “engine malfunction power reduced” already had it repaired once. Not sure what is causing this since it was just “repaired “. New battery in place. …
The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the engine seized. The vehicle was towed to the residence. …
2019 Nissan Altima recalls
NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for the 2019 Nissan Altima.
The most recent, campaign 25V437000 from June 2025, concerns engine and engine cooling.
Back over prevention accounts for 2 of the 7 campaigns, more than any other area.
19V316000 · April 18, 2019 · Gasoline fuel system
Problem: The fuel pump lock ring may not be fully engaged, possibly causing fuel to leak. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 301, "Fuel System Integrity."
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel tank assembly.
19V235000 · March 25, 2019 · Exterior lighting
Problem: The brake switch bracket may be in the incorrect location, which may cause the brake switch to remain on.
Risk: If the brake switch remains in the ON position, the brake lights will remain illuminated when the brakes are not being pressed, which may confuse other drivers.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and install a new brake pedal as needed, free of charge.
18V922000 · December 20, 2018 · Gasoline fuel system
Problem: The retainer clip connecting the low pressure fuel tube to the high pressure fuel pump may not have been locked into position.
Risk: If the retainer clip is unlocked, the fuel tube may shift and cause a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Nissan has notified owners, and dealers will route the fuel hose into the holding clip and lock the retainer clip into place, as necessary, free of charge.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | Altima years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25V437000 | June 27, 2025 | Engine and engine cooling | 2019–2020 |
| 23V628000 | September 8, 2023 | Back over prevention | 2019–2021 |
| 21V169000 | March 11, 2021 | Tires | 2019–2020 |
| 19V654000 | September 12, 2019 | Back over prevention | 2018–2019 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 2 versions of the 2019 Nissan Altima; the best overall score is 5 out of 5 stars.
| Version tested | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-door FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| 4-door AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
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 2019 models in the EPA's midsize cars class, the 2019 Chevy Malibu (32 mpg), 2019 Nissan Sentra (32 mpg) and 2019 Toyota Camry (34 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 31 | 554 | 50 | 4 |
| 2017 | 31 | 393 | 39 | 3 |
| 2018 | 31 | 226 | 25 | 2 |
| 2019 | 32 | 233 | 29 | 7 |
| 2020 | 32 | 160 | 23 | 6 |
| 2021 | 32 | 70 | 12 | 2 |
| 2022 | 32 | 31 | 6.1 | 0 |
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FAQ
Is the 2019 Altima a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2019 Nissan Altima has 29 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (8th most of 17 model years), 7 recall campaigns, a best overall crash rating of 5 stars and up to 32 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2019 Altima problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are electrical system (58), forward collision avoidance (52) and engine (48). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2019 Altima have?
NHTSA lists 7 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 2019 Altima get?
The EPA rates the versions at 29–32 mpg combined (25–28 city, 34–39 highway).
How much does it cost to fuel a 2019 Altima per year?
About $2,040 a year for 15,000 miles in its most efficient form, up to about $2,250 for the thirstiest version, using EPA mpg and the September 2026 U.S. average regular gasoline price of $4.36 a gallon (EIA).