Nissan Altima 0–60 Times
The Nissan Altima 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 55 verified production tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and MotorWeek and more.
The fastest tested production Nissan Altima is the 2021 Nissan Altima SR VC-Turbo, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 5.80 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 14.30 seconds at 99.0 mph, according to Motor Trend.
The slowest tested production Nissan Altima is the 1999 Nissan Altima GXE, which took 9.80 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 17.40 seconds at 78.0 mph, according to Motor Trend.
Across the 55 verified production tests of the Nissan Altima, the average 0–60 mph time is 7.12 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 15.47 seconds at 92.13 mph.
Fastest 0–60 5.80sec 2021 SR VC-Turbo · stock
Average 0–60 7.12sec Across 55 production runs
Avg ¼ Mile 15.47sec @ 92.1 mph trap
Slowest 0–60 9.80sec 1999 GXE
Across 55 verified production runs, the Nissan Altima ranges from 5.80 to 9.80 seconds 0–60, with a 7.12-second average.
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Nissan Altima Performance Overview
Nissan’s Altima has tracked a broad midsize-sedan performance arc across 55 verified tests spanning 1993 to 2025. Early L30 and L31 cars were defined by the 150-hp KA24DE inline-four and straightforward gasoline front-drive layouts, with a 1993 GXE reaching 60 mph in 9.1 seconds and the 1998 SE lowering that to 8.2. By the early 2000s, the formula shifted decisively with the 3.5-liter V6, as the 2002 3.5 SE cut the benchmark to 5.9 seconds.
That quicker pace carried into the later V6 era. In L32 form, engine choices expanded from the QR25DE four-cylinder to the 270-hp VQ35DE V6, and hybrid power also briefly joined the range. The 2008 3.5 SE Coupe recorded a 5.8-second 0-60 run, while the 2009 3.5 SE matched 5.8 seconds, establishing the model’s all-time best 0-60 time of 5.8 seconds. L33 kept the same basic naturally aspirated gasoline formula, with the 2013 3.5 SV posting 6.1 seconds.
Today’s L34 Altima uses 182- to 248-hp gasoline powertrains, including the turbocharged KR20DDET VC-Turbo alongside the naturally aspirated PR25DD. The current-generation benchmark remains the 2021 SR VC-Turbo’s 5.8-second 0-60 and 14.3-second quarter-mile at 99 mph, placing today’s quickest Altima alongside the fastest V6 cars recorded in earlier generations.
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Nissan Altima 0–60 Times by Generation: L30 to L34
5 generations| Generation | Years | Avg 0–60 | Fastest 0–60 | Production Tests | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L34 | 2019–present | 6.90s | 5.80s — 2021 SR VC-Turbo | 13 | The L34 generation (2019–present) averaged 6.90 seconds to 60 mph across 13 production tests, led by the 2021 SR VC-Turbo at 5.80 seconds. Output ranged from 182 to 248 hp across 2.0L Turbo I-4, 2.5L I-4 configurations. |
| L33 | 2013–2018 | 7.57s | 6.10s — 2013 3.5 SV | 9 | The L33 generation (2013–2018) averaged 7.57 seconds to 60 mph across 9 production tests, led by the 2013 3.5 SV at 6.10 seconds. Output ranged from 182 to 270 hp across 2.5L I-4, 3.5L V6 configurations. |
| L32 | 2007–2012 | 6.77s | 5.80s — 2009 3.5 SE | 18 | The L32 generation (2007–2012) averaged 6.77 seconds to 60 mph across 18 production tests, led by the 2009 3.5 SE at 5.80 seconds. Output ranged from 175 to 270 hp across 2.5L I-4, 2.5L I-4 + Elec, 3.5L V6 configurations. |
| L31 | 1998–2001 | 9.08s | 8.20s — 1998 SE | 4 | The L31 generation (1998–2001) averaged 9.08 seconds to 60 mph across 4 production tests, led by the 1998 SE at 8.20 seconds. Output was 150 hp across 2.4L I-4 configurations. |
| L30 | 1993–1997 | 9.25s | 9.10s — 1993 GXE | 2 | The L30 generation (1993–1997) averaged 9.25 seconds to 60 mph across 2 production tests, led by the 1993 GXE at 9.10 seconds. Output was 150 hp across 2.4L I-4 configurations. |
L34 2019–present
Avg 0–60 6.90s
Fastest 5.80s
Tests 13
2021 SR VC-Turbo
The L34 generation (2019–present) averaged 6.90 seconds to 60 mph across 13 production tests, led by the 2021 SR VC-Turbo at 5.80 seconds. Output ranged from 182 to 248 hp across 2.0L Turbo I-4, 2.5L I-4 configurations.
L33 2013–2018
Avg 0–60 7.57s
Fastest 6.10s
Tests 9
2013 3.5 SV
The L33 generation (2013–2018) averaged 7.57 seconds to 60 mph across 9 production tests, led by the 2013 3.5 SV at 6.10 seconds. Output ranged from 182 to 270 hp across 2.5L I-4, 3.5L V6 configurations.
L32 2007–2012
Avg 0–60 6.77s
Fastest 5.80s
Tests 18
2009 3.5 SE
The L32 generation (2007–2012) averaged 6.77 seconds to 60 mph across 18 production tests, led by the 2009 3.5 SE at 5.80 seconds. Output ranged from 175 to 270 hp across 2.5L I-4, 2.5L I-4 + Elec, 3.5L V6 configurations.
L31 1998–2001
Avg 0–60 9.08s
Fastest 8.20s
Tests 4
1998 SE
The L31 generation (1998–2001) averaged 9.08 seconds to 60 mph across 4 production tests, led by the 1998 SE at 8.20 seconds. Output was 150 hp across 2.4L I-4 configurations.
L30 1993–1997
Avg 0–60 9.25s
Fastest 9.10s
Tests 2
1993 GXE
The L30 generation (1993–1997) averaged 9.25 seconds to 60 mph across 2 production tests, led by the 1993 GXE at 9.10 seconds. Output was 150 hp across 2.4L I-4 configurations.
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Nissan Altima 0–60 Times by Year and Trim
55 production tests · 20 years ▾
2025 Nissan Altima
1 production run Avg 0–60 7.60 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 15.90 sec
Production Tests 1
#35
2025 Nissan Altima SR AWD
7.60sec 0–60
15.90s ¼ mi @ 89.5 mph
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- 0–60 mph
- 7.60 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.90 sec
- Trap Speed
- 89.5 mph
- Engine
- 2.5L I-4
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 182 hp
- Torque
- 178 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 3,495 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 19.2 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 25 C / 34 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Sedan
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #35 of 55 production runs
How we verify Nissan Altima performance data
Records and averages on this page cover verified production runs only; modified and prototype results are listed by year but never folded into them. We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same Nissan Altima trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.
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Nissan Altima 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution
0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is fasterEach dot is a verified production test run
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Nissan Altima performance FAQs
11 questions The 2025 Nissan Altima SR AWD reaches 60 mph in 7.6 seconds in a recorded stock test. That run also produced a 15.9-second quarter-mile at 89.5 mph. Its tested output is 182 hp and 178 lb-ft from the PR25DD 2.5-liter naturally aspirated engine.
The quickest Nissan Altima on record is the 2021 Altima SR VC-Turbo, which runs 0-60 mph in 5.8 seconds. It also owns the quickest quarter-mile result for the model at 14.3 seconds with a 99 mph trap speed, making it the performance benchmark across 55 verified Altima tests.
The fastest stock Nissan Altima is also the 2021 SR VC-Turbo. Its best recorded 0-60 mph time is 5.8 seconds, and its best quarter-mile is 14.3 seconds at 99 mph. All 55 Altima tests on record are production vehicles, so the fastest overall result is also the fastest stock result.
Across 55 recorded Nissan Altima tests, the average 0-60 mph time is 7.12 seconds. The average quarter-mile is 15.47 seconds at 92.1 mph. That gives you a solid reference point for the model as a whole, spanning multiple generations, engines, and trims.
The sixth-generation L34 Nissan Altima, sold from 2019 onward, averages 6.9 seconds from 0-60 mph across 13 tests. The quickest L34 is the 2021 SR VC-Turbo at 5.8 seconds. Power in this generation ranges from 182 to 248 hp, with naturally aspirated and turbocharged gasoline engines represented.
The fastest fourth-generation L32 Altima is the 2009 Altima 3.5 SE, with a best recorded 0-60 mph time of 5.8 seconds. Across 18 tests, the L32 generation averages 6.77 seconds to 60 mph. That makes it one of the quickest Altima generations overall, with outputs ranging from 175 to 270 hp.
The fifth-generation L33 Altima, covering 2013 to 2018, averages 7.57 seconds from 0-60 mph across 9 tests. The quickest L33 is the 2013 3.5 SV at 6.1 seconds. This generation ranges from 182 to 270 hp and uses naturally aspirated gasoline powertrains.
The Nissan Altima 3.5 SE is one of the quicker recurring trims in Altima testing. Across 11 recorded runs, it averages 6.43 seconds from 0-60 mph, with a best time of 5.9 seconds. That makes the 3.5 SE notably quicker than the Altima’s overall 7.12-second average.
The Altima 3.5 SE Coupe has a strong record, averaging 6.03 seconds from 0-60 mph across 3 tests. Its best recorded run is 5.8 seconds, which matches the quickest Altima 0-60 result on record. That puts the coupe among the fastest factory Altima variants ever tested.
The VC-Turbo trims are clearly quicker on record. The Platinum VC-Turbo Edition One averages 6.03 seconds to 60 mph across 3 tests, with a best of 5.9 seconds. By comparison, the 2.5 SV averages 7.87 seconds across 3 tests, with a best recorded 0-60 time of 7.6 seconds.
The fastest Nissan Altima quarter-mile on record is 14.3 seconds at 99 mph, set by the 2021 SR VC-Turbo. Across all 55 Altima tests, the average quarter-mile is 15.47 seconds at 92.1 mph. For the current 2025 Altima SR AWD, the recorded quarter-mile is 15.9 seconds at 89.5 mph.
Sources
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Motor Trend
MotorWeek
Road & Track
0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what a Nissan Altima can do, not a single marketing claim.
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