Used 2018 Nissan Altima
- Price: $16,395
- Mileage: 115,752 miles
- Location: Monroeville, PA
- VIN: 1N4AL3AP9JC106624
Used 2018 Nissan Altima for sale in Monroeville, PA — $16,395, 115,752 miles. The Altima is a roomy, comfortable midsize sedan known for good highway fuel economy and comfortable seats. Buy Here Pay Here financing available. See photos and details, and get pre-approved online.
About the 2018 Nissan Altima
2018 Nissan Altima at a glance
The 2018 Altima is the last of the fifth generation and the last with a V6. The lineup starts at the 2.5 S (179-hp four-cylinder, CVT), and the 270-hp V6 is offered only on the 3.5 SL. It is a sensible value buy if priced below a 2019; buyers who want AWD or newer safety features should look at 2019 and later.
- Engines: 2.5 liter I4 179 hp 177 lb ft; 3.5 liter V6 270 hp 251 lb ft
- Transmissions: CVT continuously variable
- Drivetrain: Front wheel drive
- Body style: 4 door sedan
What changed:
- Base 2 5 trim dropped 2 5 s becomes entry
- 3 5 sr dropped 3 5 sl is the only V6
- Last year of the fifth generation
- Last year of the V6
What to inspect: Open recalls by VIN; Exact engine and trim by VIN; CVT fluid service records; CVT shudder whine or hesitation on road test; Secondary hood latch operation and recall status; Forward emergency braking false alerts and sensor condition; Suspension and tires; Brakes; Electronics and infotainment; Maintenance history.
Known issues to check on a 2018 Nissan Altima
- Xtronic CVT Shudder, Whine and Hesitation (2011–2026)
Every Altima in this period uses (or mostly uses) Nissan's CVT automatic. The 2013-2016 Altima CVT was the subject of a class-action settlement that extended powertrain coverage to 84 months/84,000 miles; those extensions have now expired. Owners of various years report shudder, whining, hesitation or loss of power, and CVT replacement is costly.
What to do: Test drive in stop-and-go and highway driving, and favor cars with documented CVT fluid service. - Secondary Hood Latch Recall (2013-2018) (2013–2018)
Several recalls cover 2013-2018 Altimas because corrosion can make the secondary hood latch stick open, so the hood could open while driving if the primary latch is also released. The remedy includes a stronger release spring, a warning label and latch lubrication instructions.
What to do: Confirm all hood-latch recall work is complete by VIN before purchase. - Altima Generation, Engine and Coupe Disambiguation (2011–2026)
Altima engines changed by year: 2.5L four throughout, a 3.5L V6 through 2018, and the 2.0L VC-Turbo for 2019-2024. All-wheel drive exists only on 2019 and later 2.5L cars. The Altima Coupe (through 2013) and the 2007-2011 Altima Hybrid are different from the sedan covered here.
What to do: Confirm the year, engine, drivetrain and trim before comparing prices or features.
Recall applicability varies by model year, production date, engine, equipment and VIN. Check the VIN for open recalls such as the 2013-2018 hood-latch campaigns and confirm completed remedies.
Nissan Altima research: recalls, reliability and buyer's guide