Brand guide*

Nissan lineup.

Nissan's lineup runs from a redesigned Sentra in the low $20Ks to a full-size Armada with 425 twin-turbo horsepower, with the Rogue, a new 303-mile Leaf EV starting under $30K, and the Frontier pickup in between. Safety Shield 360 driver assistance is standard on nearly everything.

By The Model Black · Updated October 7, 2026

Every new Nissan carries a 3 year / 36,000 mile basic warranty and 5 year / 60,000 mile powertrain coverage; EV batteries in the Leaf and Ariya carry 8 year / 100,000 mile coverage. Complimentary scheduled maintenance is not included.

Cars.

Nissan Sentra compact sedan

Nissan Sentra

Compact Sedan
Starting MSRP $22,990*up to 40 highway mpg5 seats149 hp

All-new for 2026 with sharper looks, a quieter cabin, and big-screen tech, still starting in the low $20Ks. This is now Nissan's sole small sedan, and the newest version of it.

SThe entry point: full Safety Shield 360, modern connectivity, honest value.
SV12.3-inch digital cluster, premium cloth, alloy wheels.
SRThe sporty one: unique wheels and styling, dark accents, upgraded screens.
SLThe loaded flagship: quilted seats, moonroof, Bose audio, heated fronts.
The full Sentra guide, with a payment calculator
Nissan Altima midsize sedan

Nissan Altima

Midsize Sedan
Starting MSRP $27,580*27-39 mpg5 seats188 hp

The final year for Nissan's midsize staple, which brings dealer motivation to move remaining stock: proven 188 hp four, available AWD, and dealers motivated to move them.

SVThe comfort spec: 8-inch touchscreen, power driver's seat, remote start, full safety suite.
SV Special EditionAdds extras to the SV: upgraded wheels and appearance touches.
SRThe sport pick: firmer suspension, 19-inch wheels, paddle shifters, 12.3-inch touchscreen.
SR Midnight EditionSR with the blackout treatment: black wheels, badges, and trim.
The full Altima guide, with a payment calculator
Nissan Z sports car

Nissan Z

Sports Car
Starting MSRP $44,480*up to 24 mpg2 seats400-420 hp

A 400 hp twin-turbo V6, rear drive, and an available 6-speed manual for the price of a loaded family crossover. Old-school sports car math.

SportThe pure entry: 400 hp twin-turbo, manual or 9-speed auto, limited-slip ready chassis.
PerformanceAdds the mechanical limited-slip diff, bigger brakes, 19-inch RAYS forged wheels, Bose audio.
NismoThe track flagship: 420 hp, stiffer chassis, aero package, Recaro-style seats, auto only.
The full Z guide, with a payment calculator

Crossovers & SUVs.

Nissan Kicks subcompact suv

Nissan Kicks

Subcompact SUV
Starting MSRP $22,790*up to 35 mpg5 seats141 hp

Redesigned into a genuinely stylish little SUV with available AWD, and big-car tech.

SThe value leader: Safety Shield 360, 12.3-inch touchscreen availability, AWD optional.
SVAdds dual 12.3-inch displays, wireless CarPlay, upgraded wheels.
SRThe style flagship: two-tone paint availability, Bose headrest speakers, premium trim.
The full Kicks guide, with a payment calculator
Nissan Rogue compact suv

Nissan Rogue

Compact SUV
Starting MSRP $29,690*up to 33 mpg5 seats201 hp

A core Nissan model: a 201 hp turbo three-cylinder that sips fuel, a roomy family cabin, and a trim for every budget. A new plug-in hybrid version joined the family for 2026.

SThe entry point: full safety suite, roomy cargo hold, sharp base price.
SVAlloys, heated seats availability, power liftgate availability.
SLAdds leather, 12.3-inch touchscreen, ProPILOT Assist, panoramic roof availability.
Rock CreekThe adventure trim: all-terrain tires, raised suspension tune, roof rails, rugged styling.
PlatinumThe flagship: quilted semi-aniline leather, digital cluster, Bose audio, wireless everything.
The full Rogue guide, with a payment calculator
Nissan Murano midsize premium suv

Nissan Murano

Midsize Premium SUV
Starting MSRP $43,990*up to 27 mpg5 seats241 hp

Fully redesigned with concept-car looks, a 241 hp turbo, and a cabin that plays in the near-luxury league.

SVThe entry spec: dual 12.3-inch displays, wireless CarPlay, full safety kit.
SLAdds leather, ProPILOT Assist, panoramic roof, surround-view cameras.
PlatinumThe flagship: quilted semi-aniline leather, massaging front seats, 10-speaker Bose, 21-inch wheels.
The full Murano guide, with a payment calculator
Nissan Pathfinder 3-row midsize suv

Nissan Pathfinder

3-Row Midsize SUV
Starting MSRP $39,990*up to 27 mpg7-8 seats284 hpTows 6,000 lbs

Three rows, a stout 284 hp V6 with a real 9-speed automatic, and 6,000 lbs of towing: the family hauler that skips the CVT entirely.

SEight seats, full Safety Shield 360, honest three-row value.
SVThe comfort pick: heated seats, remote start, ProPILOT Assist.
SLAdds leather, panoramic moonroof, power liftgate, upgraded screens.
Rock CreekThe trail-flavored one: all-terrain tires, tubular roof rack, unique tuning, 6,000 lb tow rating.
PlatinumThe flagship: quilted leather, Bose audio, 20-inch wheels, head-up display.
The full Pathfinder guide, with a payment calculator
Nissan Armada full-size 3-row suv

Nissan Armada

Full-Size 3-Row SUV
Starting MSRP $64,290*up to 19 mpg7-8 seats425 hpTows 8,500 lbs

Redesigned from the ground up: a 425 hp twin-turbo V6, available air suspension, and a cabin that chases the Tahoe and Expedition head-on. Tows 8,500 lbs.

SVThe working full-sizer: 425 hp standard, three rows, full tow tech.
SLAdds leather, bigger wheels, premium convenience features.
Pro-4XThe off-road build: electronic locking rear diff, all-terrain tires, skid plates, unique styling.
PlatinumThe luxury spec: quilted leather, dual 14.3-inch displays, Klipsch audio availability.
Platinum ReserveThe flagship: two-tone paint, air suspension, massaging seats, every box checked.
The full Armada guide, with a payment calculator

Electric.

Nissan Leaf electric crossover

Nissan Leaf

Electric Crossover
Starting MSRP $29,990*up to 303 mi range5 seatsup to 214 hp

The pioneer reborn: an all-new third generation with crossover styling, up to 303 miles of range, and a starting price under $30K.

S+The range-per-dollar champ: 303 miles, full safety suite, sub-$30K start.
SV+Adds dual 14.3-inch displays, upgraded wheels and interior, 288-mile range.
Platinum+The loaded flagship: dimming panoramic roof, Bose audio, 259 miles with the premium kit.
The full Leaf guide, with a payment calculator
Nissan Ariya electric suv

Nissan Ariya

Electric SUV
up to ~289 mi range5 seats214-389 hp

The premium EV: a lounge-like cabin, available dual-motor e-4ORCE AWD with 389 hp, and up to roughly 289 miles of range.

EngageThe entry spec: dual 12.3-inch displays, ProPILOT Assist, solid standard range.
Venture+The range play: the big battery in the value trim for maximum miles per dollar.
Evolve+Adds ProPILOT Assist 2.0 availability, panoramic roof, premium comfort features.
Platinum+The flagship: 389 hp e-4ORCE AWD, Nappa leather, Bose audio, head-up display.
The full Ariya guide, with a payment calculator

Trucks.

Nissan Frontier midsize pickup

Nissan Frontier

Midsize Pickup
Starting MSRP $32,490*up to 24 mpg5 seats310 hpTows up to 7,150 lbs

A 310 hp V6 standard in every truck, real 9-speed automatic, and up to 7,150 lbs of towing. The honest midsize pickup.

SThe work spec: full 310 hp V6, no weak base engine, straightforward value.
SVAlloys, upgraded cabin tech, more packages.
SLThe comfort truck: leather, Fender audio, heated seats and steering wheel.
Pro-XThe 2WD street-and-sand build: off-road styling and Bilstein shocks without 4x4.
Pro-4XThe trail truck: 4x4, electronic locking rear diff, Bilstein shocks, skid plates.
The full Frontier guide, with a payment calculator

Coming soon.*

2027 Rogue e-POWER

November 2026

The redesigned Rogue brings Nissan's e-POWER hybrid to America: the gas engine only generates electricity while electric motors drive all four wheels.

Xterra

2028

It's official: the Xterra returns as a body-on-frame V6 off-roader with a hybrid option, built in Mississippi and set to start under $40K.

Questions.

What is the cheapest new Nissan?

The Sentra and Kicks both start in the low $20Ks, and with the Versa gone they are the entry points to the brand. Plus each dealership's own documentary fee (not a government fee), taxes, and government fees. When a participating dealership lists one on The Model Black, the listing shows your estimated monthly payment with local taxes and fees included.

Are Nissan CVT transmissions reliable now?

The fair answer: Nissan's older CVTs (roughly 2013 to 2018) earned a poor reputation, but current units are meaningfully improved and backed by the 5 year / 60,000 mile powertrain warranty. And much of today's lineup skips the CVT entirely: the Pathfinder, Frontier, and Murano use a conventional 9-speed automatic, and the Leaf and Ariya are single-speed EVs.

Is the Nissan Altima being discontinued?

Yes, 2026 is the Altima's final model year, per Nissan, with the redesigned Sentra taking over as Nissan's sedan. Warranty coverage is unaffected.

How far can the new Nissan Leaf go on a charge?

The redesigned 2026 Leaf reaches up to 303 miles in S+ trim, 288 in SV+, and 259 in the Platinum+, and it now uses the NACS (Tesla-style) fast-charging port. It starts under $30K. Plus each dealership's own documentary fee (not a government fee), taxes, and government fees.

Which Nissan is best for towing?

The Armada leads at 8,500 lbs, the Frontier tows up to 7,150 lbs, and the Pathfinder handles 6,000 lbs. For anything heavier you are into heavy-duty truck territory.