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2018 Nissan Altima Specs, MPG and Recalls
2018 Nissan Altima oil capacity, oil type, tire sizes and service specifications by engine, with EPA ratings and NHTSA recall records below.
At a glance
2018 Nissan Altima reference
Use the summary to orient yourself, then open the exact engine, drivetrain and source record below.
Engine oil capacity
4.875 qt with filter
Source
2.5L Altima SR manufacturer referencesAccessed 2026-09-05Oil type
Genuine Nissan Motor Oil SAE 0W-20
Source
2.5L Altima SR manufacturer referencesAccessed 2026-09-052018 Nissan Altima Oil Capacity and Oil Type
Oil type
Genuine Nissan Motor Oil SAE 0W-20
Source
2.5L Altima SR manufacturer referencesAccessed 2026-09-05Oil 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
Fluids
Transmission capacity
Not published
Transmission fluid
Genuine Nissan CVT Fluid NS-3
Source
2.5L Altima SR manufacturer referencesAccessed 2026-09-05Coolant type
Genuine Nissan Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent
Source
2.5L Altima SR manufacturer referencesAccessed 2026-09-05Brake fluid
Genuine Nissan Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3
Source
2.5L Altima SR manufacturer referencesAccessed 2026-09-05Power steering fluid
Genuine Nissan E-PSF or equivalent
Source
2.5L Altima SR manufacturer referencesAccessed 2026-09-05Differential 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| Item | Months | Miles |
|---|---|---|
| Spark plugs | Not published | 105,000 |
2.5L Altima SR manufacturer references
2018 Nissan Altima Sedan Owner's Manual and Maintenance Information Accessed 2026-09-052018 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.
| Configuration | Oil with filter | Oil type | Source | Calculator |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L Altima SR | 4.875 US qt | Genuine Nissan Motor Oil SAE 0W-20 | 2018 Nissan Altima Sedan Owner's Manual and Maintenance Information Accessed 2026-09-05 | Use this capacity |
| 2.5L Altima | 4.875 US qt | Genuine Nissan Motor Oil SAE 0W-20 | 2018 Nissan Altima Sedan Owner's Manual and Maintenance Information Accessed 2026-09-05 | Use this capacity |
| 3.5L V6 | 5.125 US qt | Genuine Nissan Motor Oil SAE 0W-20 | 2018 Nissan Altima Sedan Owner's Manual and Maintenance Information Accessed 2026-09-05 | Use 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.
| Engine / transmission | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4-cylinderAutomatic (AV-S7) · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 26 mpg | 37 mpg | 30 mpg | $2,050 | 296 g/mi |
| 2.5L 4-cylinderAutomatic (variable gear ratios) · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 27 mpg | 38 mpg | 31 mpg | $2,000 | 287 g/mi |
| 3.5L 6-cylinderAutomatic (AV-S7) · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 22 mpg | 32 mpg | 26 mpg | $2,350 | 347 g/mi |
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.
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 Owners 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.
2018 Nissan Altima NHTSA safety ratings
| Vehicle | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Nissan Altima 4 DR FWD | 5/5 | 5/5 | 5/5 | 4/5 |
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 2026-09-05Last updated