Nissan Altima Maintenance Costs
A Nissan Altima will cost about $5,561 for maintenance and repairs during its first 10 years of service.
This beats the industry average for popular sedan models by $1,278. There is also a 16.43% chance that an Altima will require a major repair during that time. This is 5.07% better than similar vehicles in this segment. The chart below illustrates how these costs and repair probabilities will increase over time.
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Nissan Altima Maintenance Costs
| Year | Major Repair Probability | Annual Costs |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1.69% | $196 |
| 2 | 2.81% | $228 |
| 3 | 3.15% | $279 |
| 4 | 5.57% | $360 |
| 5 | 7.98% | $428 |
| 6 | 8.98% | $534 |
| 7 | 9.68% | $750 |
| 8 | 12.52% | $836 |
| 9 | 13.83% | $916 |
| 10 | 16.43% | $1,034 |
| 11 | 25.45% | $1,050 |
| 12 | 31.66% | $1,177 |
Nissan Altima Maintenance Schedule
| Mileage | Recommended Maintenance |
|---|---|
| 7,500 | Change Oil and Filter, Rotate Tires |
| 15,000 | Rotate Tires, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter |
| 22,500 | Change Oil and Filter, Rotate Tires |
| 30,000 | Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires, Brake System Flush, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter |
| 37,500 | Change Oil and Filter, Rotate Tires |
| 45,000 | Rotate Tires, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter |
| 52,500 | Change Oil and Filter, Rotate Tires |
| 60,000 | Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires, Cooling System Flush, Brake System Flush, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter |
| 67,500 | Change Oil and Filter, Rotate Tires |
| 75,000 | Rotate Tires, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter |
| 82,500 | Change Oil and Filter, Rotate Tires |
| 90,000 | Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires, Cooling System Flush, Brake System Flush, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter |
| 97,500 | Change Oil and Filter, Rotate Tires |
| 105,000 | Rotate Tires, Cooling System Flush, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Spark Plugs Replacement |
| 112,500 | Change Oil and Filter, Rotate Tires |
| 120,000 | Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires, Cooling System Flush, Brake System Flush, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter |
| 127,500 | Change Oil and Filter, Rotate Tires |
| 135,000 | Rotate Tires, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter |
| 142,500 | Change Oil and Filter, Rotate Tires |
| 150,000 | Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires, Cooling System Flush, Brake System Flush, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter |
What About Nissan Altima Insurance Costs?
The average cost to insure a Nissan Altima is about $1,728 per year. This adds up to around $8,640 after 5 years of vehicle ownership. Unlike regular maintenance, this expense can often be lowered by shopping around for lower insurance premiums. Comparing quotes will ensure that you are not overpaying if you already own a Nissan Altima. Or, if you are just researching, then it would be money-wise to know this cost before buying. Try our Competitive Quote Tool or the form below to get free quotes. Advertising Disclosure
Nissan Altima Maintenance Rankings
We've ranked over 200 models from best to worst for Maintenance. See where the Nissan Altima ranks for Maintenance compared to other vehicles. Also check out how the Altima stacks up in our rankings for Depreciation, Insurance and Overall Costs.
Other Nissan Altima Costs of Ownership
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