2009 Nissan Altima Hybrid problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: What gas mileage does the 2009 Nissan Altima Hybrid get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2009 Nissan Altima Hybrid at about 34 mpg combined (35 city / 33 highway).

Q: How much is a 2009 Nissan Altima Hybrid worth?

Comparable 2009 Nissan Altima Hybrid listings run roughly $4,000–$10,000, typically around $6,902 (from 30 vehicles).

2009 Nissan Altima Hybrid at a glance

Safety recallsNone

Owner complaints1,601

Combined34 mpg

Typical price$6,902

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2009 Nissan Altima Hybrid recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2009 Nissan Altima Hybrid.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2009 Nissan Altima Hybrid common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 1,601 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Steering

Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

Air Bags

Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Suspension

Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.

Engine

Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Forward Collision Avoidance

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2009 Nissan Altima Hybrid MPG & running costs

Combined34 mpg

City35 mpg

Highway33 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$1,800

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2009 Nissan Altima Hybrid worth?

Low

$4,000

Typical price

$6,902

High

$10,000

From 30 comparable 2009 Nissan Altima Hybrid listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2009 Nissan Altima Hybrid costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$9,000

Fuel only$9,000

Per mile$0.12

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.