2008 Nissan Altima Specs, MPG & Trims
EPA fuel-economy data and specifications for the 2008 Nissan Altima (22–34 MPG combined) across 9 listed configurations.
Overview
- Body class
- Subcompact Cars, Midsize Cars
- Drive
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 4-cyl, 2.5 L; 6-cyl, 3.5 L
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline, Premium Gasoline
- Combined MPG
- 22–34 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $1,950–$3,750
- Configurations
- 9
MPG & fuel economy
City, highway and combined values below are EPA estimates. Where a powertrain has several configurations, the table shows the lowest–highest reported value. Electric configurations use MPGe.
| Powertrain | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel cost | CO2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6-cyl 3.5 L · Premium Gasoline · Front-Wheel Drive | 19 | 26–27 | 22 | $3,750 | — |
| 4-cyl 2.5 L · Regular Gasoline · Front-Wheel Drive | 23–35 | 31–33 | 26–34 | $1,950–$2,600 | — |
Configurations & engine comparison
Each row is one configuration/engine combination reported by the EPA for this model year. Missing EPA values are shown as —.
| Configuration / engine | Drive | Transmission | Cyl. | Displ. (L) | Fuel type | City | Hwy | Comb. | Annual cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altima | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4 | 2.5 | Regular Gasoline | 23 | 31 | 26 | $2,600 |
| Altima | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 6 | 3.5 | Premium Gasoline | 19 | 26 | 22 | $3,750 |
| Altima | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 2.5 | Regular Gasoline | 23 | 32 | 26 | $2,600 |
| Altima | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 6 | 3.5 | Premium Gasoline | 19 | 27 | 22 | $3,750 |
| Altima Coupe | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4 | 2.5 | Regular Gasoline | 23 | 31 | 26 | $2,600 |
| Altima Coupe | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 6 | 3.5 | Premium Gasoline | 19 | 26 | 22 | $3,750 |
| Altima Coupe | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 2.5 | Regular Gasoline | 23 | 32 | 26 | $2,600 |
| Altima Coupe | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 6 | 3.5 | Premium Gasoline | 19 | 27 | 22 | $3,750 |
| Altima Hybrid | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4 | 2.5 | Regular Gasoline | 35 | 33 | 34 | $1,950 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the combined MPG of the 2008 Nissan Altima?
According to EPA data, the 2008 Nissan Altima is rated at 22–34 MPG combined for its conventional-fuel configurations.
How many cylinders does the 2008 Nissan Altima have?
The EPA data lists 4 and 6 cylinders across its configurations.
What fuel type does the 2008 Nissan Altima use?
It is offered with Regular Gasoline and Premium Gasoline.
What is the annual fuel cost of the 2008 Nissan Altima?
The EPA estimates annual fuel costs ranging from $1,950 to $3,750.