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2005 Nissan Altima MPG & fuel economy

The 2005 Nissan Altima is a midsize car offered in 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 24 MPG combined (21 city / 29 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 21 to 24 MPG. That's up 1 MPG from the 2004 model. Among 42 midsize cars rated for 2005, it ranks 8th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,938 a year to fuel.

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Combined 24 MPG 21 MPG city · 29 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $1,938 15,000 mi/yr · $12.92 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2005 #8 of 42 Midsize Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2005 Nissan Altima's fuel average is 10.2 km/L (9.8 L/100 km), or 24 MPG combined: 8.9 km/L in the city and 12.3 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City218.911.2
Highway2912.38.1
Combined2410.29.8

How it ranks among 2005 Midsize Cars

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  1. 1Toyota Prius46 MPG $1,011
  2. 2Honda Accord Hybrid28 MPG $1,661
  3. 3Honda Accord26 MPG $1,788
  4. 4Hyundai Elantra26 MPG $1,788
  5. 5Chevrolet Malibu25 MPG $1,860
  6. 8Nissan Altima24 MPG $1,938
  7. 42Bentley Arnage11 MPG $5,386
2005 AltimaOther midsize carsClass median: $2,214/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 · 5-speed manual
Altima		 Gas 21 MPG 29 MPG 24 MPG — $1,938
FWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Altima		 Gas 21 MPG 27 MPG 23 MPG — $2,022
FWD · 3.5L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual
Altima		 Gas 19 MPG 25 MPG 21 MPG — $2,214
FWD · 3.5L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual
Altima		 Gas 18 MPG 26 MPG 21 MPG — $2,214
FWD · 3.5L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic
Altima		 Gas 18 MPG 28 MPG 21 MPG — $2,214

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.5L 4-cyl
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
103 cu ft
Cargo volume
16 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
370 g/mi

2005 Nissan Altima vs. rivals

vs Honda Accord 26 MPG · $1,788/yr Accord saves $149/yr vs Chevrolet Malibu 25 MPG · $1,860/yr Malibu saves $78/yr vs Mitsubishi Galant 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Altima saves $84/yr vs Hyundai Sonata 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Altima saves $84/yr vs Kia Optima 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Altima saves $84/yr vs Chevrolet Classic 25 MPG · $1,860/yr Classic saves $78/yr vs Honda Accord Hybrid 28 MPG · $1,661/yr Accord Hybrid saves $277/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2005 Nissan Altima?

Up to 24 MPG combined (21 city / 29 highway); ratings range from 21 to 24 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2005 Nissan Altima use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2005 Nissan Altima?

The 2005 Nissan Altima's fuel average is 10.2 km/L (9.8 L/100 km), or 24 MPG combined: 8.9 km/L in the city and 12.3 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2005 Nissan Altima per year?

About $1,938 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $12.92 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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