2025 Nissan Altima AWD vs FWD: is AWD worth it?
SV AWD vs SV FWD
AWD adds $1,500. Costs $171 more a year in fuel.
$2,529more over 6 years
- 28 vs 32 mpg.
- 12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20.
Every AWD and FWD pair
| Pair | MSRP | Price step | Rating | Energy a year | Extra over 6 years | Weight gain | Ground clearance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SV FWD SV AWD | $27,430 $28,930 | $1,500 | 32 mpg 28 mpg | $1,200 $1,371 | $2,529 | 0 lb | 5.1 in 5.4 in |
| SR FWD SR AWD | $28,830 $30,330 | $1,500 | 31 mpg 31 mpg | $1,239 $1,239 | $1,500 | 0 lb | 5.1 in 5.4 in |
| SL FWD SL AWD | $33,330 $34,830 | $1,500 | 31 mpg 31 mpg | $1,239 $1,239 | $1,500 | +117 lb | 5.1 in 5.4 in |
What this cannot tell you
Resale, traction and insurance are not included.
Your own mpg will differ.
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- Sources disagree