Negotiating leverage
37
moderate leverage / 100
~56 days of national supply — moderate negotiating leverage.
Ridekick price intelligence
2021 Nissan Altima Price: Fair Market Value & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Fair market price
$17,905
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Fair price is in the typical market range
$9,000$25,950
- Typical market range
- $14,996–$19,744
- Ridekick fair price
- $17,905
- Original MSRP range
- $24,300–$34,150
Middle 50% of active listings
Mileage-adjusted estimate
5 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
Signals to help you frame a conversation—not a promise about a particular vehicle or dealer.
National supply
56
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2021 Nissan Altima.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$22,356–$23,328
Estimated dealer invoice — about $24,300 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | $16,126 | $24,300 | $22,356–$23,328 |
| SL | $17,374 | $29,990 | $27,591–$28,790 |
| SV | $17,720 | $25,400 | $23,368–$24,384 |
| SR | $18,632 | $26,200 | $24,104–$25,152 |
| Platinum | $20,884 | $34,150 | $31,418–$32,784 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Fair price
Trim
$14,684$25,138$35,592
Fair priceS
$16,126
S: fair price $16,126, original MSRP $24,300, estimated dealer cost $22,356 to $23,328.
SL
$17,374
SL: fair price $17,374, original MSRP $29,990, estimated dealer cost $27,591 to $28,790.
SV
$17,720
SV: fair price $17,720, original MSRP $25,400, estimated dealer cost $23,368 to $24,384.
SR
$18,632
SR: fair price $18,632, original MSRP $26,200, estimated dealer cost $24,104 to $25,152.
Platinum
$20,884
Platinum: fair price $20,884, original MSRP $34,150, estimated dealer cost $31,418 to $32,784.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and fair price are shown for context, not as a guarantee of a particular vehicle’s price.
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2021 Nissan Altima runs about $18,216 in MT to $20,118 in NJ — fair price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $1,298 | $110+ | $19,313 |
| TX | $1,119 | $332 | $19,356 |
| FL | $1,074 | $1,074+ | $20,053 |
| NY | $716 | $371 | $18,992 |
| PA | $1,074 | $587 | $19,566 |
| IL | $1,119 | $683 | $19,707 |
| OH | $1,030 | $444 | $19,379 |
| GA | $1,253 | $637 | $19,795 |
| NC | $537 | $793 | $19,235 |
| WA | $1,164 | $215+ | $19,284 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $18,430 |
Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.
Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon
Fuel economy
28
MPG city
39
MPG highway
32
MPG combined
EPA-estimated fuel economy for a representative 2021 Nissan Altima configuration (Regular).
Safety & recalls
2 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2021 Nissan Altima.
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Nissan Altima vehicles. The tie rod ball joint fastener was not tightened properly, which could result in the tie rod ball joint detaching from the steering knuckle.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the left and right-side tie rod ball joint fasteners, or install new fasteners as necessary, free of charge. The began March 31, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7769. Nissan's number for this recall is PC795.
Campaign 21V138000 · 04/03/2021
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Altima and 2020-2021 Sentra vehicles. Damage to the camera harness can cause distortion or loss of the rearview camera display image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rearview camera and harness for damage and replace them as necessary. If no damage is found, the dealer will apply protective tape and reroute the rearview camera harness. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 19, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R23C3.
Campaign 23V628000 · 08/09/2023
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is a fair price for a 2021 Nissan Altima?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $17,905, within a typical market range of $14,996 to $19,744.
Is the 2021 Nissan Altima cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $24,300, so a fair used price is roughly $6,395 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2021 Nissan Altima?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $18,216 in MT to $20,118 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2021 Nissan Altima?
There are about 56 days of national market supply for the 2021 Nissan Altima — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2021 Nissan Altima.
How much can you negotiate on a 2021 Nissan Altima?
Negotiating leverage rates 37/100 (moderate). ~56 days of national supply — moderate negotiating leverage.
What does the dealer pay for a 2021 Nissan Altima?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $22,356–$23,328 — its $24,300 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 8/2/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.