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2010 Nissan Altima MPG & fuel economy

The 2010 Nissan Altima is a subcompact car offered in 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 27 MPG combined (23 city / 32 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 21 to 27 MPG. That's up 1 MPG from the 2009 model. Among 41 subcompact cars rated for 2010, it ranks 9th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,722 a year to fuel.

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Combined 27 MPG 23 MPG city · 32 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $1,722 15,000 mi/yr · $11.48 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2010 #9 of 41 Subcompact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2010 Nissan Altima's fuel average is 11.5 km/L (8.7 L/100 km), or 27 MPG combined: 9.8 km/L in the city and 13.6 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City239.810.2
Highway3213.67.4
Combined2711.58.7

How it ranks among 2010 Subcompact Cars

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  1. 1Toyota Yaris32 MPG $1,453
  2. 2Suzuki Swift30 MPG $1,550
  3. 3Chevrolet Aveo30 MPG $1,550
  4. 4Chevrolet Cobalt30 MPG $1,550
  5. 5Pontiac G530 MPG $1,550
  6. 9Nissan Altima27 MPG $1,722
  7. 41Aston Martin DBS14 MPG $4,232
2010 AltimaOther subcompact carsClass median: $2,469/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

Altima MPG across model years

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5 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · CVT
Altima
Gas 23 MPG 32 MPG 27 MPG — $1,722
FWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · CVT
Altima Coupe
Gas 23 MPG 32 MPG 26 MPG — $1,788
FWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual
Altima Coupe
Gas 23 MPG 31 MPG 26 MPG — $1,788
FWD · 3.5L 6-cyl · CVT
Altima Coupe
Gas 20 MPG 27 MPG 23 MPG — $2,022
FWD · 3.5L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual
Altima Coupe
Gas 18 MPG 27 MPG 21 MPG — $2,214

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.5L 4-cyl
Transmission
CVT
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
101 cu ft
Cargo volume
15 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
329 g/mi

2010 Nissan Altima vs. rivals

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Same year, other powertrains: 2010 Nissan Altima Hybrid (34 MPG)

Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2010 Nissan Altima?

Up to 27 MPG combined (23 city / 32 highway); ratings range from 21 to 27 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2010 Nissan Altima use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2010 Nissan Altima?

The 2010 Nissan Altima's fuel average is 11.5 km/L (8.7 L/100 km), or 27 MPG combined: 9.8 km/L in the city and 13.6 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2010 Nissan Altima per year?

About $1,722 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $11.48 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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