2026 Nissan Altima FAQ: Specs, Trims, Features, and Buying Questions Answered
The 2026 Nissan Altima delivers 188 hp and 36 mpg highway from its 2.5L direct-injection engine. AWD is available on both the SV and SR trims, starting at $27,580 MSRP for the base SV FWD. This page answers the most common questions Altima shoppers ask, browse current inventory at Nissan of Lewisville.
Pricing and Trims
How many trims does the 2026 Nissan Altima come in?
Two trims are available: the SV and the SR. Each trim is offered in FWD or AWD configurations, giving shoppers four distinct build combinations to choose from.
What are the starting MSRPs for the 2026 Altima?
The 2026 Altima starts at $27,580 MSRP for the SV FWD, $29,080 for the SV AWD, $28,980 for the SR FWD, and $30,480 for the SR AWD. MSRP excludes tax, title, license, and the $1,245 destination charge. Dealer sets actual price.
What is the difference between the SV and SR trims?
The SR adds sport-tuned suspension, sport seats with color-contrast stitching, gloss black exterior trim, 19-inch wheels, paddle shifters, a 12.3-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a wireless charging pad as standard. The SV is the more value-focused entry point with an 8-inch touchscreen and standard wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
What packages are available on the 2026 Altima?
The SV can be optioned with the SV Special Edition Package or the SV Premium Package. The SR is available with the SR Midnight Edition Package or the SR Premium Package. Notable additions across packages include a moonroof, dual-zone automatic climate control, leather-appointed seats, the nine-speaker Bose audio system, ProPILOT Assist, and the Intelligent Around View Monitor.
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Performance and Fuel Economy
What engine does the 2026 Nissan Altima have?
Every 2026 Altima uses a 2.5L inline-4 DOHC engine with direct injection and variable valve timing. It produces 188 hp and 180 lb-ft of torque on FWD models, paired with a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT).
What is the 2026 Altima's fuel economy?
FWD models (SV and SR) return 26 city / 36 highway / 30 combined mpg. AWD models return 25 city / 33 highway / 28 combined mpg. All figures are EPA-rated and based on regular unleaded fuel. EPA fuel economy ratings for the 2026 Nissan Altima
Is AWD available on the 2026 Altima?
Yes. Intelligent All-Wheel Drive is available on both the SV and the SR. It gives drivers additional confidence in rain, light snow, and varied road conditions common across the Dallas-Fort Worth area and beyond.
Does the SR have a different suspension than the SV?
Yes. The SR comes standard with sport-tuned suspension and includes Active Ride Control and Intelligent Trace Control. The SV does not include sport-tuned suspension standard, though Active Ride Control and Intelligent Trace Control are available through the SV Premium Package.
Technology and Connectivity
Does the 2026 Altima have Apple CarPlay and Android Auto?
Yes, every 2026 Altima includes Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The SV comes with wired connectivity on an 8-inch touchscreen. The SR upgrades to wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto on a 12.3-inch HD touchscreen.
Does the 2026 Altima have wireless charging?
Wireless charging is standard on the SR and is also available as a package option on the SV. The SR Premium Package and SR Midnight Edition both include the wireless charging pad.
What is the SR Midnight Edition?
The SR Midnight Edition is a package available on the SR trim that adds a distinctive blacked-out appearance. It includes black 19-inch alloy wheels, black exterior trim, a black roof, a wireless charging pad, a moonroof, dual-zone automatic climate control, and a gloss black rear spoiler. Two-tone color pairings, including Pearl White TriCoat, Tactical Green Metallic, or Gray Sky Pearl with a black roof, are available for this package.
Does the 2026 Altima have a digital instrument cluster?
The Altima includes a 7-inch Advanced Drive-Assist Display across all trims, with traditional Fine Vision gauges for speedometer, tachometer, fuel level, and coolant temperature. The 12.3-inch infotainment display (standard on SR, available on SV) provides a large central touchscreen experience.
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Safety and Driver Assistance
What safety features are standard on the 2026 Altima?
Every 2026 Altima includes Nissan Safety Shield 360 as standard equipment. That means Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection, Blind Spot Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Rear Automatic Braking, Lane Departure Warning, Driver Attention Monitor, and Automatic High Beams all come at no extra cost on every trim.
What is ProPILOT Assist?
ProPILOT Assist is Nissan's highway driving assistance system that combines adaptive cruise control with lane centering. It helps manage steering, acceleration, and braking on highways. On the 2026 Altima, ProPILOT Assist is available as an option on the SR and is included in the SV Premium Package.
Does the Altima have rear parking sensors?
Yes. Rear Sonar (parking sensors) with Rear Automatic Braking is standard on the SV. The Intelligent Around View Monitor, which provides a 360-degree camera view, is available on the SR through the SR Premium Package.
Is the 2026 Altima a safe car?
The standard Safety Shield 360 suite covers six active safety systems on every trim. The Altima also includes a full airbag array (front dual-stage, front side-impact, roof-mounted curtain, knee airbags for driver and front passenger, and rear side-impact airbags), Anti-lock Braking, Vehicle Dynamic Control, and Traction Control.
Dimensions, Comfort, and Cargo
How big is the 2026 Nissan Altima?
The Altima is 192.9 inches long and 56.8 inches tall (FWD). The wheelbase measures 111.2 inches, and the overall width is 72.9 inches without mirrors. It seats five passengers.
How much cargo space does the 2026 Altima have?
The trunk holds 15.4 cubic feet of cargo, which is a competitive figure for a midsize sedan. The 60/40 split-fold rear seat can be released from both inside the cabin and from the trunk.
What are the front seat comfort features?
All Altima trims use Nissan's Zero Gravity front seat design, which is intended to reduce fatigue on longer drives. Heated front seats are available on both the SV and SR through their respective upgrade packages. An 8-way power driver's seat is standard.
What interior colors and materials are available?
The SV comes with woven fabric seating. The SR adds sport combo seats with color-contrast stitching. Leather-appointed seats are available on both trims through package options. The SR also adds a wrapped and stitched steering wheel and a leather shift knob as standard.
Buying and Availability
Where can I buy a 2026 Nissan Altima near me?
Nissan of Lewisville serves shoppers throughout the Lewisville area and the broader Dallas-Fort Worth region. You can check available 2026 Altima inventory directly online.
What colors does the 2026 Altima come in?
Available exterior colors include Pearl White TriCoat, Tactical Green Metallic, Gray Sky Pearl, and Midnight Black Metallic. The SR Midnight Edition pairs Pearl White TriCoat, Tactical Green Metallic, or Gray Sky Pearl with a black roof for a two-tone look.
Can I get a moonroof on the 2026 Altima?
Yes. A single-panel moonroof is available on both the SV and the SR through package options. It is included in the SV Special Edition Package, the SV Premium Package, the SR Midnight Edition Package, and the SR Premium Package.
Does the 2026 Altima require premium fuel?
No. The 2026 Altima runs on regular unleaded gasoline. The EPA fuel economy figures of 26 city / 36 highway on FWD models are based on regular fuel.
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See the 2026 Altima at Nissan of Lewisville
Shoppers in Lewisville and throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth area can see the full 2026 Altima lineup in person at Nissan of Lewisville. Whether you are comparing the SV and SR, deciding on FWD versus AWD, or checking out the SR Midnight Edition in person, the team at Nissan of Lewisville can walk you through every option and get you behind the wheel.