2026 Nissan AltimaTrue Cost of Ownership in Malaysia
182 hp inline-4, popular midsize sedan, 2026 model. Full cost breakdown including import duty (30%), VAT (6%), insurance, fuel at RM0.52/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$40K
Base: $29K
Annual Total
$10K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$9K
30% of base price
VAT
$2K
6% applied
Annual Insurance
$950
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$88K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2026 Nissan Altima — Full Cost Breakdown in Malaysia
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $29K |
| Import Duty (30%) | $9K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (6%) | $2K |
| Total Purchase Price | $40K |
| Annual Insurance | $950 |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $624 |
| Annual Maintenance | $950 |
| Annual Depreciation | $6K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $700 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $10K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $88K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.640 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Nissan Altima Fuel Cost Calculator — Malaysia
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Annual Fuel Cost
$624
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$52
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
1,200L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$4.16
8L × RM0.52
Nissan Altima Depreciation Curve
The Nissan Altima loses approximately $16K (54%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $29K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $23K | 78% |
| Year 2 | $19K | 67% |
| Year 3 | $17K | 58% |
| Year 4 | $15K | 51% |
| Year 5 | $13K | 46% |
Depreciation based on mid-range segment averages.
Nissan Altima vs. Competitors in Malaysia
How does the Nissan Altima compare to similar cars available in Malaysia?
Nissan
Altima
Base Price
$29K
Annual Cost in Malaysia
$10K
Toyota
Camry
Base Price
$28K
Annual Cost in Malaysia
$7K
Honda
Accord
Base Price
$30K
Annual Cost in Malaysia
$7K
Mazda
Mazda6
Base Price
$27K
Annual Cost in Malaysia
$7K
Annual costs estimated for Malaysia market. Import duty (30%) and VAT (6%) applied to all models.
🇲🇾 Owning a Car in Malaysia
Heavily subsidized fuel. Proton/Perodua cheap.
Very Expensive for Malaysia
Annual car costs = 80% of average Malaysia income ($12K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$12K
In Malaysia
Fuel Price
RM0.52/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$950
Per year
Import Duty
30%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
6%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Left-hand
Asia
Popular Car Brands in Malaysia
Nissan Altima in Malaysia — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Nissan Altima in Malaysia.
The 2026 Nissan Altima has a base price of $29,000 USD. In Malaysia, after 30% import duty and 6% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $39,962 USD (RM39,962 MYR).