2018 Nissan Altima
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2018 Nissan Altima reference

Use the summary to orient yourself, then open the exact engine, drivetrain and source record below.

Combined MPG26-31EPA range
EPA configurations3Engine and drivetrain records
Model campaigns2NHTSA records
NHTSA safety5/5Highest overall rating

2018 Nissan Altima Oil Capacity and Oil Type

Oil filter

Not published

2018 Nissan Altima Tire Size and Pressure

Front pressure

Not published

Rear pressure

Not published

Bolt pattern

Not published

2018 Nissan Altima Wheel Torque Specs

Lug nut size

Not published

Transmission capacity

Not published

Differential fluid

Not published

2018 Nissan Altima Spark Plugs and Battery

Battery group

Not published

2018 Nissan Altima Towing Capacity

Towing capacity

Not published

Payload capacity

Not published

Service Intervals

Compare service intervals
2.5L Altima SR maintenance schedule
ItemMonthsMiles
Spark plugsNot published105,000
2.5L Altima SR manufacturer references Accessed 2026-09-05

2.5L Altima SR manufacturer references

2018 Nissan Altima Sedan Owner's Manual and Maintenance Information Accessed 2026-09-05

2018 Nissan Altima oil capacity by engine

These are the compiled configurations. An engine name alone may not identify the tire package or transmission. Read the configuration label and source before choosing parts.

Oil capacity and oil type for every compiled configuration
ConfigurationOil with filterOil typeSourceCalculator
2.5L Altima SR4.875 US qtGenuine Nissan Motor Oil SAE 0W-202018 Nissan Altima Sedan Owner's Manual and Maintenance Information Accessed 2026-09-05Use this capacity
2.5L Altima4.875 US qtGenuine Nissan Motor Oil SAE 0W-202018 Nissan Altima Sedan Owner's Manual and Maintenance Information Accessed 2026-09-05Use this capacity
3.5L V65.125 US qtGenuine Nissan Motor Oil SAE 0W-202018 Nissan Altima Sedan Owner's Manual and Maintenance Information Accessed 2026-09-05Use this capacity

2018 Nissan Altima MPG by engine and drivetrain

EPA combined ratings run from 26 to 31 mpg across 3 configurations. Match the engine, transmission and drivetrain in the table before comparing fuel costs.

EPA fuel economy, annual fuel cost and tailpipe CO₂
Engine / transmissionCityHighwayCombinedAnnual fuelCO₂
2.5L 4-cylinderAutomatic (AV-S7) · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline26 mpg37 mpg30 mpg$2,050296 g/mi
2.5L 4-cylinderAutomatic (variable gear ratios) · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline27 mpg38 mpg31 mpg$2,000287 g/mi
3.5L 6-cylinderAutomatic (AV-S7) · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline22 mpg32 mpg26 mpg$2,350347 g/mi
U.S. EPA FuelEconomy.gov vehicle dataset Accessed 2026-09-05

Annual fuel figures are the EPA snapshot at the source date. The calculator below uses the separately dated fuel-price record and your inputs, so the estimates may differ.

2018 Nissan Altima annual fuel cost calculator

Start with the combined MPG for 2.5L 4-cylinder, Automatic (AV-S7), Front-Wheel Drive. Replace it with your measured gas mileage and local pump price for a personal budget.

Estimated result$1,682.80

Formula annual miles ÷ MPG × gasoline price

Fuel cost per mile equals gasoline price divided by MPG. Multiply by your annual mileage for a yearly fuel budget. Add maintenance to estimate cost per mile.

2018 Nissan Altima recall campaigns

NHTSA returned 2 model-level campaign records as of 2026-09-04. A campaign record does not establish whether your vehicle is affected or whether a repair is outstanding. Check your VIN through NHTSA.

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH · 20V315000

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2018 Nissan Altima vehicles. If the primary hood latch is inadvertently released, there is an increased likelihood that the secondary hood latch may corrode over time.

Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will install a stronger release spring in the hood release lever, a warning label near the secondary hood latch, and an Owner’s Manual addendum card with instructions on how to lubricate and maintain the secondary hood latch mechanism, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 30, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Note: Recall 16V-029 remains open for any unremedied 2013-2015 Altimas and this recall applies to all vehicles covered by 16V-029 even if those repairs have already been performed.

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA · 19V654000

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Nissan Altima, Armada, Frontier, Kicks, Leaf, Maxima, Murano, NV, NV200, Pathfinder, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Sentra, Titan, Titan Diesel, Versa Note and Versa Sedan vehicles, as well as Infiniti Q50, Q60, QX30 and QX80 vehicles. Additionally included are 2019 Nissan GT-R and Taxi and Infiniti QX50, QX60, Q70, Q70L vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Remedy: Nissan will notify owners in phases, having dealers update the back-up camera settings software, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2019 and all affected VINs should be activated. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669 or INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200.

NHTSA Recalls API Accessed 2026-09-04

Decode a VIN and open the official recall check

2018 Nissan Altima NHTSA safety ratings

NHTSA ratings by tested vehicle variant
VehicleOverallFrontSideRollover
2018 Nissan Altima 4 DR FWD5/55/55/54/5
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API Accessed 2026-09-05

Confirm the engine, tire package and service procedure

Match your engine and transmission with the configuration selector. Check the door-jamb tire label for your installed wheel package and cold pressure. A capacity is not a substitute for the filling procedure in the owner's manual; transmission change quantities and total system capacities can describe different jobs.

Fields marked Not published have no compiled value here. They do not mean zero capacity, no maintenance requirement or permission to substitute a part. Request a specification correction with the exact year, engine and manufacturer reference.

Frequently asked questions

How much oil does a 2018 Nissan Altima take?

2.5L Altima SR: 4.875 US qt with filter; Genuine Nissan Motor Oil SAE 0W-20. 2.5L Altima: 4.875 US qt with filter; Genuine Nissan Motor Oil SAE 0W-20. 3.5L V6: 5.125 US qt with filter; Genuine Nissan Motor Oil SAE 0W-20.

What tire size and wheel torque does the 2018 Nissan Altima use?

2.5L Altima SR: P235/45R18; 83 ft-lb. 2.5L Altima: tire size not published; 83 ft-lb. 3.5L V6: P235/45R18; 83 ft-lb.

What is the 2018 Nissan Altima gas mileage?

EPA combined ratings run from 26 to 31 mpg across 3 configurations. Match the engine, transmission and drivetrain in the table before comparing fuel costs.

Are these real-world MPG figures for the Altima?

These are EPA ratings, not owner-reported mileage. Use your measured MPG in the calculator to estimate your own fuel budget. The configuration table keeps city, highway and combined ratings separate.

Does the 2018 Nissan Altima have recalls?

NHTSA returned 2 model-level campaign records as of 2026-09-04. A campaign record does not establish whether your vehicle is affected or whether a repair is outstanding. Check your VIN through NHTSA.

Does annual fuel cost include servicing or insurance?

No. The EPA cost and the calculator cover fuel only. Use the cost-per-mile calculator to add a maintenance allowance. Insurance, depreciation, finance costs and registration are separate ownership expenses.

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Sources and record dates

U.S. EPA FuelEconomy.gov vehicle dataset Accessed 2026-09-05U.S. EIA public gasoline price table Accessed 2026-09-05NHTSA Recalls API Accessed 2026-09-04NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API Accessed 2026-09-052018 Nissan Altima Sedan Owner's Manual and Maintenance Information Accessed 2026-09-05

How we compile specifications and calculate running costs

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