Nissan Altima Sales Figures

Nissan Altima

Here you will find monthly and yearly United States and Canadian sales figures for the Nissan Altima. The Altima is Nissan’s mid-size sedan, on sale in North America since 1992 and now in its sixth full redesign. It pairs a roomy cabin and strong fuel economy with a choice of front-wheel or all-wheel drive, and competes with the Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, Hyundai Sonata, and Kia K5.

Nissan Altima Sales in the United States

Nissan Altima sales in the United States peaked early in this chart and have trended lower since. Annual volume topped out at 335,887 in 2012 and held above 300,000 through 2016, when the mid-size sedan segment was still a mainstream stronghold. As buyers shifted toward crossovers, deliveries fell to 254,996 in 2017 and to roughly 209,000 in both 2018 and 2019, then dropped to 137,988 in 2020 and a low of 103,776 in 2021. A restyled model lifted 2022 back to 139,956, after which sales eased again to 128,030 in 2023, 113,896 in 2024, and 92,809 in 2025. Through June 2026 Nissan had delivered 42,288 Altimas, down from 62,107 in the same period a year earlier.

Nissan Altima Sales in Canada

In Canada the Altima has followed a similar but steeper path. Annual sales reached 18,507 in 2004 and stayed in five figures through 2013 before sliding as the sedan market contracted. Volume fell below 10,000 in 2014, reached the low thousands by the end of the 2010s, and has since settled at a modest level, moving from 1,828 in 2022 to 1,577 in 2023, 1,387 in 2024, and 1,155 in 2025. The Altima now occupies a small niche in a Canadian market dominated by crossovers and pickups.

Nissan Altima Generations

The Nissan Altima has been a popular mid-size sedan for many years, thanks to its fuel-efficiency, affordability, and comfortable ride. It is a good choice for people who are looking for a reliable and practical car that is also fun to drive.

1st Generation (1993-1997)

The first generation Altima was a front-wheel drive mid-size sedan with a choice of two engines: a 2.4L four-cylinder engine or a 3.0L V6 engine. It was available in three trim levels: GXE, GXE+, and SE.

2nd Generation (1998-2001)

The second generation Altima was a more refined and luxurious car than the first generation. It was available with a new 2.5L four-cylinder engine, as well as the 3.0L V6 engine. It was available in four trim levels: XE, SE, GLE, and GXE.

3rd Generation (2002-2006)

The third generation Altima was a major redesign that gave the car a more aggressive and sporty look. It was available with a new 2.5L four-cylinder engine and a 3.5L V6 engine. It was available in four trim levels: XE, SE, 2.5S, and 3.5SE.

4th Generation (2007-2012)

The fourth generation Altima was a more refined and upscale car than the third generation. It was available with a new 2.5L four-cylinder engine and a 3.5L V6 engine. It was available in four trim levels: 2.5S, 2.5SV, 3.5SV, and 3.5SL.

5th Generation (2013-2018)

The fifth generation Altima was a major redesign that gave the car a more modern and stylish look. It was available with a new 2.5L four-cylinder engine and a 3.5L V6 engine. It was available in five trim levels: S, SV, SR, SL, and Platinum.

6th Generation (2019-2020)

The sixth generation Altima was a minor update of the fifth generation car. It was available with the same engines and trim levels as the fifth generation car.

7th Generation (2021-Present)

The seventh generation Altima is the current generation of the car. It is a major redesign that gives the car a more aggressive and sporty look. It is available with a new 2.5L four-cylinder engine and a 2.0L turbocharged four-cylinder engine. It is available in five trim levels: S, SV, SR, SL, and Platinum.