2009 Nissan Altima

US · Subcompact Cars

The 2009 Nissan Altima is listed in the US market. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine: Varies by configuration: 2.5L 4-cylinder, 3.5L 6-cylinder, 2.5L 4-cylinder (HEV)
Transmission: Varies by configuration: 6-speed manual, 6-speed automatic
Drivetrain: FWD
Fuel: Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Hybrid
Economy: 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 34 mpg (6.9 L/100 km) combined

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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:

Engine / Powertrain

2.5L 4-cylinder, 3.5L 6-cylinder, 2.5L 4-cylinder (HEV)

Combined Economy

21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 34 mpg (6.9 L/100 km) combined

Drivetrain

FWD

Transmission

6-speed manual, 6-speed automatic

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Engine

Engine
Specification	Value	Source
Engine	Varies by configuration: 2.5L 4-cylinder, 3.5L 6-cylinder, 2.5L 4-cylinder (HEV)
Displacement	2.5 L to 3.5 L
Cylinders	4 to 6
Fuel type	Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Hybrid	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
Specification	Value	Source
Transmission	Varies by configuration: Manual, Automatic
Gears	6
Drivetrain	FWD	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
Specification	Value	Source
Combined	21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 34 mpg (6.9 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 35 mpg (6.7 L/100 km)
Highway	26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 33 mpg (7.1 L/100 km)

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

9 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 9, 2026.

10V401000: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES THAT WERE EQUIPPED WITH A GARMIN NUVI MODEL 750 NAVIGATION SYSTEM. THE BATTERIES CONTAINED IN THE AFFECTED GPS UNITS CAN OVERHEAT.
Remedy: NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND THE REPAIRS WILL BE PERFORMED BY GARMIN TECHNICIANS BY REPLACING THE BATTERY AND INSERTING A SPACER ON TOP OF THE BATTERY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 16, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT…
Reported September 10, 2010. View on NHTSA
09V358000: SUSPENSION
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 AND 2010 ALTIMA AND MAXIMA PASSENGER CARS. THE UPPER FRONT STRUT INSULATORS MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED OUT OF SPECIFICATION RESULTING IN A POTENTIAL FOR THE STRUT INSULATOR TO CRACK.
Remedy: NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE BOTH LEFT AND RIGHT SIDE FRONT STRUT INSULATORS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN OCTOBER 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-NISSAN1 (1-800-647-7261).
Reported September 16, 2009. View on NHTSA
09V006000: STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
NISSAN IS RECALLING 225 MY 2009 ALTIMA VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 214, "SIDE IMPACT PROTECTION." THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED WITH AN OUT-OF-SPECIFICATION WELD ON THE DOOR ASSEMBLY.
Remedy: ALL THE AFFECTED VEHICLES HAVE BEEN BROUGHT BACK FROM THE DEALERSHIPS AND REMEDIED AT THE FACTORY. NO VEHICLES HAD BEEN RETAILED.
Reported January 9, 2009. View on NHTSA
08V464000: WHEELS
NISSAN IS RECALLING 3,403 MY 2009 ALTIMA VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 16-INCH ALLOY WHEELS. SOME THESE WHEELS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED TO SPECIFICATION. THIS COULD CAUSE ONE OR MORE OF THE FIVE LUG NUTS ATTACHING THE WHEEL TO THE VEHICLE TO BECOME LOOSE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLE TO DETERMINE IF IT IS EQUIPPED WITH ONE OF THE AFFECTED WHEELS. IF IT IS, THE WHEELS WILL BE REPLACED WITH NEW ONES THAT HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED TO THE CORRECT SPECIFICATION. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO…
Reported September 15, 2008. View on NHTSA

Data sources

EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 8, 2026 · US Government public data
NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 15, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: November 8, 2026

Data verified: November 8, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

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Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Hybrid
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Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2009 Nissan Altima have?

Varies by configuration: 2.5L 4-cylinder, 3.5L 6-cylinder, 2.5L 4-cylinder (HEV). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2009 Nissan Altima?

Combined fuel economy is 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 34 mpg (6.9 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2009 Nissan Altima front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: FWD.

Are there recalls for the 2009 Nissan Altima?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 9, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.