Does the 2021 Nissan Altima need premium gas?
No. Regular.
$0extra a year
- Regular listed for the 2.5 S FWD.
- Regular: 9 of 10 trims. Premium: 1 of 10 trims.
- Premium by choice: $225 more a year.
- 60% of 75 sedans (2021) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 S FWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 32 | $1,200 | $1,425 |
| 2.5 SV FWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 31 | $1,239 | $1,471 |
| 2.5 SR FWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 32 | $1,200 | $1,425 |
| 2.5 SV AWD | 2.5L | Regular | 31 | $1,239 | $1,471 |
| 2.5 SR AWD | 2.5L | Regular | 29 | $1,324 | $1,572 |
| 2.5 SL FWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 32 | $1,200 | $1,425 |
| VC-T SR FWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 29 | $1,324 | $1,572 |
| 2.0 SR FWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Regular | 29 | $1,324 | $1,572 |
| 2.5 SL AWD | 2.5L | Regular | 29 | $1,324 | $1,572 |
| 2.5 Platinum AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 29 | $1,324 | $1,572 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 Nissan Altima | 2.5 S FWD | Regular |
| 2021 Nissan Sentra | S FWD | Regular |
| 2021 Toyota Camry | LE FWD | Regular |
| 2021 Honda Accord | LX FWD | Regular |
| 2021 Toyota Corolla | L FWD | Regular |
| 2021 Hyundai Sonata | SE FWD | Regular |
| 2021 Volkswagen Jetta | S FWD | Regular |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
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- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree