Real price data
What should you pay for a 2021 Nissan Altima?
Original MSRP
$24,300
When new
Fair market price
$17,601
Mileage-adjusted
Below MSRP
$6,699
A fair used price
Where prices land
25th $15,270 · 75th $19,208 · MSRP $24,300
Spread of current 2021 Nissan Altima listings · 25th–75th percentile marked.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | $15,605 | $24,300 | — |
| SV | $17,175 | $25,400 | — |
| SL | $18,440 | $31,390 | — |
| SR | $18,511 | $26,200 | — |
| Platinum | $23,912 | $34,100 | — |
- S
- $15,605
- SV
- $17,175
- SL
- $18,440
- SR
- $18,511
- Platinum
- $23,912
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2021 Nissan Altima runs about $17,912 in MT to $19,794 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 | $1,276 | $110+ | $18,987 |
| TX | $1,100 | $332 | $19,033 |
| FL | $1,056 | $1,074+ | $19,731 |
| NY | $704 | $371 | $18,676 |
| PA | $1,056 | $587 | $19,244 |
| IL | $1,100 | $683 | $19,384 |
| OH | $1,012 | $444 | $19,057 |
| GA | $1,232 | $637 | $19,470 |
| NC | $528 | $793 | $18,922 |
| WA | $1,144 | $215+ | $18,960 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $18,126 |
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.
Frequently asked questions
What is a fair price for a 2021 Nissan Altima?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $17,601, within a typical market range of $15,270 to $19,208.
Is the 2021 Nissan Altima cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $24,300, so a fair used price is roughly $6,699 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 $17,912 in MT to $19,794 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 6/20/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.