Nissan Altima VI
Produced from 2019–present, the Nissan Altima VI (L34) is catalogued here with 2 powertrains. 2 petrol, spanning 188 to 248 hp. The quickest version, the 2.0 VC-Turbo, covers 0–100 km/h in 6.2 seconds. For fuel costs, the 2.5 leads the range at 32 MPG (EPA combined). Externally it measures 4901 × 1850 × 1449 mm on a 2825 mm wheelbase. Full engine, transmission, performance, economy and weight data is compared trim-by-trim below, with EPA and NHTSA sources cited at the bottom of the page.
Generation Quick Facts: The Nissan Altima VI (L34) was manufactured from 2019 – present (2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 model years) as a sedan. Across 2 verified powertrains, power outputs range from 188 to 248 hp, with top fuel economy reaching 32.0 MPG combined (2.5).
Power range
188–248 hp
Quickest 0–100
6.2 s
Best combined
32 MPG
Length
4.90 m
01Decision support
Which Altima VI suits you?
Daily driver · least fuel
2.5
32.0 MPG combined
It burns up to 9% less fuel per mile than the thirstiest Altima VI.
Performance · quickest
2.0 VC-Turbo
0–100 km/h in 6.2s · 248 hp
The straight-line choice of this generation.
022 powertrains (2 petrol)
Full specifications
| Specification | 2.5Petrol | 2.0 VC-TurboPetrol |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Engine code | PR25DD | KR20DDET |
| Fuel type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Displacement | 2.5L (2,488 cc) | 2.0L (1,997 cc) |
| Aspiration | Naturally aspirated | Turbocharged |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 VC |
| Power & Performance | ||
| Power | 188 hp / 140 kW | 248 hp / 185 kW |
| Torque | 244 Nm / 180 lb-ft | 370 Nm / 273 lb-ft |
| 0–100 km/h | 7.9 s | 6.2 s |
| Top speed | 210 km/h (130 mph) | 225 km/h (140 mph) |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT | CVT |
| Gears | — | — |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Economy & Emissions | ||
| City | 28 MPG (8.4 L/100km) | 25 MPG (9.4 L/100km) |
| Highway | 39 MPG (6.0 L/100km) | 34 MPG (6.9 L/100km) |
| Combined | 32 MPG (7.4 L/100km) | 29 MPG (8.1 L/100km) |
| Electric range | — | — |
| Battery | — | — |
| CO₂ emissions | 150 g/km | 165 g/km |
| Weight & Body | ||
| Curb weight | 1,455 kg (3,208 lbs) | 1,545 kg (3,406 lbs) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Model years | 2019–present | 2019–present |
03Then vs now
L34 vs. previous generation
| Metric | Change vs. L33 |
|---|---|
| Peak power | -22 hp |
| Quickest 0–100 km/h | unchanged |
| Best combined MPG | +1 MPG |
| Average curb weight | +25 kg |
Why this matters
Versus the L33, the L34 is clearly more efficient, slightly detuned. Used-car shoppers should weigh these shifts against the L33's typically lower asking prices.
View the L33 spec sheet0Exterior
Dimensions
Length
4,901 mm
193.0 in
Width
1,850 mm
72.8 in
Height
1,449 mm
57.0 in
Wheelbase
2,825 mm
111.2 in
Curb weight spans 1,455–1,545 kg depending on powertrain. Battery and AWD hardware add the most mass.
05Long-tail answers
Altima VI: questions answered
What engines and trims are available on the Nissan Altima VI (L34)?
The Nissan Altima VI (L34) lineup offers 2 petrol: 2.5 (188 hp), 2.0 VC-Turbo (248 hp).
How quick is the Nissan Altima VI (L34) from 0 to 100 km/h?
The fastest trim, the 2.0 VC-Turbo, accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.2s, reaching a top speed of 225 km/h (140 mph) with the 2.0 VC-Turbo.
What is the most fuel-efficient Nissan Altima VI (L34) trim?
The 2.5 delivers the highest fuel economy at 32.0 MPG (EPA combined). Across the 2 powertrains, fuel economy spans 29–32 combined MPG.
How does the L34 compare to the previous Nissan Altima?
Against the L33 predecessor it replaces, the L34 is clearly more efficient, slightly detuned. Side-by-side technical specs are detailed in the comparison table below.
What model years are included in the Nissan Altima VI (L34)?
The Nissan Altima VI (L34) was produced from 2019 – present, spanning the following model years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026.
What are the exterior dimensions of the Nissan Altima VI (L34)?
4901 mm long, 1850 mm wide, 1449 mm tall on a 2825 mm wheelbase (193.0 in overall length).
Sources for this page
- EPA fuel-economy records: Nissan AltimaCertification data, 2019–2026
- NHTSA vehicle file: recalls, complaints and investigations2019 Nissan Altima, official safety record
- NHTSA vPIC vehicle databasePowers our VIN decoder, the federal manufacturer registry
- Nissan official: data sheets and archiveManufacturer-published specifications
Figures on this page are compiled from the sources above and cross-checked against manufacturer data sheets. US-market EPA cycle where noted; European WLTP values are measured differently and are not directly comparable.
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