Nobody likes to pump gas, if only because of the cost associated with it. But you can lessen your pump anxiety by knowing how many gallons your gas tank holds. The owner’s manual will give you that information, but not everyone knows where to find it.

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How big is the gas tank on a 2021 Nissan Altima?

The 2021 Nissan Altima is a sedan known for its efficient powertrain, spacious cabin, and available all-wheel drive, but its gas tank capacity differs depending on which model you choose.

The front-wheel-drive four-door sedan has a gas tank that can hold up to 16.2 gallons of gas. But if you opt for the all-wheel-drive version, your gas tank will take a slight hit and only be able to hold 16 gallons.

It’s not going to make a big difference when it comes to gas savings, so you’ll just have to decide if you want all-wheel drive or not.

How to check your 2021 Nissan Altima’s gas tank size

There are a few ways you can check the capacity of your Altima gas tank if you still don’t have a solid grasp on the number. We break them down below so you can pump with confidence.

Check your owner’s manual

If you haven’t lost the owner’s manual, flip to the back and look for something like “fuel tank capacity” to point you in the direction of the gas tank measurement.

Measure the gas tank

Believe it or not, there’s a way to measure the tank with just measuring tape and a calculator. To do so, just multiply the width, length, and height of the tank and divide the result by 231 (that’s the number of cubic inches in a gallon). That will give you the exact number.

Drive till empty, then fill it up

If you want to live dangerously, you could drive the car until the gas tank gauge reads “E” before you fill it up. It’s not the ideal way to do it, but at the very least, it will give you a general idea of the size of your tank. Just don’t drive too long on “E”! That could spell trouble.

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How to save on fuel costs in an Altima

The front-wheel-drive Nissan Altima gets about 28 miles per gallon (mpg) in the city and 39 mpg on the highway. The all-wheel-drive version gets closer to 25 mpg in the city and 35 mpg on the highway. Either way, not bad.

Here are some other ways to save money on fuel besides buying a fuel-efficient vehicle:

Maintain your Altima regularly. Over time, wear and tear will decrease fuel economy, so make sure you stick to a regular maintenance schedule.

Drive carefully. Don’t stop and start suddenly. Be easy on your vehicle to keep fuel consumption low and steady.

Skip the morning warm-up. When you start up your car and let it idle, it sucks up gas. That’s not great for fuel economy. The alternative is to drive it while it’s cold and let it warm up.

How to optimize your Altima’s insurance coverage

With decent fuel economy stats, the 2021 Nissan Altima will probably help you save money at the pump. But you can save even more on your car expenses when you shop for a lower rate on your car insurance using the

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