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2018 Nissan Altima value

By Hari Vinayak · Updated 2026-06-12

Quick answer

A 2018 Nissan Altima in good condition with average mileage (about 100,000 miles) is worth roughly $10,450 in a private-party sale — a fair range of $9,600 to $11,300, or about $12,000 at a dealer. 2018 is not on our years-to-avoid list, so condition, history, and maintenance matter more than the model year here.

Estimated value by mileage

Good condition, clean title. Mileage is the biggest single factor at this age.

MileageMilesFair valuePrivate party
Lower mileage68,000$12,050$11,100$13,000
Average mileage100,000$10,450$9,600$11,300
Higher mileage136,000$8,650$7,950$9,350
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Is 2018 a good year to buy?

2018 is not on our years-to-avoid list for this model, so judge the individual car on history and maintenance.

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What to check before you pay

  • 2013–2016 CVT: shudder, whine, overheating and failure — the defining issue; warranty was extended on some years
  • 2017+: improved but still service-dependent — fluid records matter
  • Hood latch and passenger airbag sensor recalls on several years — check VIN
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