Compare 2018 Nissan Maxima specifications by trim levels
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Maxima is a 5-seat Sedan from Nissan, which first hit the market back in 1999.
With the price tag ranging from $33,270 to $40,940, the Nissan Maxima faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like Acura ILX, BMW 328, Buick LaCrosse.
The Nissan Maxima has a maximum towing capacity of 2240 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.
The Nissan Maxima boasts the average fuel economy anywhere of 30 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.
The maximum width and height is 73.20mm x 192.80mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.
Key Specs of 2018 Nissan Maxima
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Fuel Tank: 18 gal
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Wheelbase: 109.3 in
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MPG: 21 city/30 hwy
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0-60 mph: 5.6 sec
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Ground clearance: 5.3 in
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Engine: 3.5L V-6
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Towing capacity: 2240 lbs
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Curb: 3478 lbs
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Passenger capacity: 5
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Dimensions(LxWxH): 192.8 x 73.2 x 56.5
2018 Nissan Maxima Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures
The Nissan Maxima is offered in 5 trim levels. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades
Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about Nissan Maxima safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.
Compare the Nissan Maxima specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.
Specs
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Main Info
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Body Style Sedan
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Doors 4
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Engine
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Engine 3.5L V-6 DOHC
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Horsepower 300 hp @ 1934
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Torque 261 lb-ft. @ 4,400
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Transmission Xtronic 2-spd CVT w/OD
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0-60mph / 0-100kmh 5.6 sec
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1/4 mile time 14.2 sec
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Dimensions
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Length 192.8 in
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Width 73.2 in
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Height 56.5 in
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Wheelbase 109.3 in
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Curb Weight 3478 lbs
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GVWR 4641 lbs
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Towing capacity 2240 lbs
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Ground clearance 5.3 in
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CAPACITY
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Luggage capacity 14.3 ft
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Cargo capacity 14.3 cu.ft
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Seats 5
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FUEL
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Fuel tank 18 gal
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City 21 mpg
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Combined 26 mpg
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Highway 30 mpg
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Highway range 540 mi
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WARRANTY
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Basic Warranty 36/36,000 mths/miles
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Specifications 
3.5 S 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SV 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SL 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SR 4dr Sedan |
| Exterior length | |||
| 192.8 in | 192.8 in | 192.8 in | 192.8 in |
| Exterior body width | |||
| 73.2 in | 73.2 in | 73.2 in | 73.2 in |
| Exterior height | |||
| 56.5 in | 56.5 in | 56.5 in | 56.5 in |
| Horsepower | |||
| 300 hp | 300 hp | 300 hp | 300 hp |
| Torque | |||
| 261 lb-ft. | 261 lb-ft. | 261 lb-ft. | 261 lb-ft. |
| Curb weight | |||
| 3478 lbs | 3496 lbs | 3575 lbs | 3552 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) | |||
| 4641 lbs | 4641 lbs | 4641 lbs | 4641 lbs |
| Wheelbase | |||
| 109.3 in | 109.3 in | 109.3 in | 109.3 in |
| Ground clearance | |||
| 5.3 in | 5.3 in | 5.3 in | 5.3 in |
| Front legroom | |||
| 45.0 in | 45.0 in | 45.0 in | 45.0 in |
| Rear legroom | |||
| 34.2 in | 34.2 in | 34.2 in | 34.2 in |
| Front headroom | |||
| 39 in | 39 in | 39 in | 39 in |
| Rear headroom | |||
| 37 in | 37 in | 36 in | 37 in |
| Front hip room | |||
| 54 in | 54 in | 54 in | 54 in |
| Rear hip room | |||
| 54 in | 54 in | 54 in | 54 in |
| Front shoulder room | |||
| 57 in | 57 in | 57 in | 57 in |
| Rear shoulder room | |||
| 56 in | 56 in | 56 in | 56 in |
| Fuel tank | |||
| 18.0 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 18.0 gal. |
3.5 Platinum 4dr Sedan |
| Exterior length |
| 192.8 in |
| Exterior body width |
| 73.2 in |
| Exterior height |
| 56.5 in |
| Horsepower |
| 300 hp |
| Torque |
| 261 lb-ft. |
| Curb weight |
| 3608 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) |
| 4641 lbs |
| Wheelbase |
| 109.3 in |
| Ground clearance |
| 5.3 in |
| Front legroom |
| 45.0 in |
| Rear legroom |
| 34.2 in |
| Front headroom |
| 39 in |
| Rear headroom |
| 36 in |
| Front hip room |
| 54 in |
| Rear hip room |
| 54 in |
| Front shoulder room |
| 57 in |
| Rear shoulder room |
| 56 in |
| Fuel tank |
| 18.0 gal. |
Interior Features
3.5 S 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SV 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SL 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SR 4dr Sedan |
| Air conditioning, front | |||
| dual zone automatic | dual zone automatic | dual zone automatic | dual zone automatic |
| Clock | |||
| in-radio display | in-radio display | in-radio display | in-radio display |
| Cupholders | |||
| front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
| Gear shift knob trim | |||
| leather/piano black | leather/piano black | leather/piano black | leather/piano black |
| 12V DC power outlet | |||
| 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Overhead console | |||
| mini with storage | mini with storage | mini with storage | mini with storage |
| Floor console | |||
| full | full | full | full |
| Floor mats | |||
| carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear |
| Front windows | |||
| power | power | power | power |
| Rear windows | |||
| power | power | power | power |
| 1-touch window up | |||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| 1-touch window down | |||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| Instrumentation | |||
| analog | analog | analog | analog |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors | |||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| Rear view mirror | |||
| auto-dimming day-night | auto-dimming day-night | auto-dimming day-night | auto-dimming day-night |
| Remote trunk release | |||
| power | power | power | power |
| Seatback storage pockets | |||
| 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Steering wheel material | |||
| leather/metal-look | leather/metal-look | leather/metal-look | leather/simulated suede |
| Auxiliary visors | |||
| dual | dual | dual | dual |
3.5 Platinum 4dr Sedan |
| Air conditioning, front |
| dual zone automatic |
| Clock |
| in-radio display |
| Cupholders |
| front and rear |
| Gear shift knob trim |
| leather/piano black |
| 12V DC power outlet |
| 1 |
| Overhead console |
| mini with storage |
| Floor console |
| full |
| Floor mats |
| carpeted front and rear |
| Front windows |
| power |
| Rear windows |
| power |
| 1-touch window up |
| driver and passenger |
| 1-touch window down |
| driver and passenger |
| Instrumentation |
| analog |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors |
| driver and passenger |
| Rear view mirror |
| auto-dimming day-night |
| Remote trunk release |
| power |
| Seatback storage pockets |
| 2 |
| Steering wheel material |
| leather/metal-look |
| Auxiliary visors |
| dual |
Exterior Features
3.5 S 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SV 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SL 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SR 4dr Sedan |
| Antenna | |||
| window grid | window grid | window grid | window grid |
| Body material | |||
| galvanized steel/aluminum | galvanized steel/aluminum | galvanized steel/aluminum | galvanized steel/aluminum |
| Paint | |||
| clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone |
| Grille trim | |||
| black w/chrome accents | black w/chrome accents | black w/chrome accents | black w/chrome accents |
| Fog/driving lights | |||
| front | front | front | front |
| Door count | |||
| 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Rear cargo door | |||
| trunk | trunk | trunk | trunk |
| Tinted windows | |||
| light | light | light | light |
| Rear window type | |||
| fixed | fixed | fixed | fixed |
| Mirrors | |||
| dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote |
| Sunroof | |||
| 1st row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass | – | – | – |
| Spoiler | |||
| lip | lip | lip | lip |
| Wheels | |||
| 18 machined w/painted accents aluminum | 18 machined w/painted accents aluminum | 18 machined w/painted accents aluminum | 19 machined w/painted accents aluminum |
| Spare tire and wheel | |||
| compact steel | compact steel | compact steel | compact steel |
| Mirrors, auto dimming | |||
| driver | – | – | – |
| 2nd row sunroof | |||
| fixed glass with power sunshade | – | – | – |
3.5 Platinum 4dr Sedan |
| Antenna |
| window grid |
| Body material |
| galvanized steel/aluminum |
| Paint |
| clearcoat monotone |
| Grille trim |
| black w/chrome accents |
| Fog/driving lights |
| front |
| Door count |
| 4 doors |
| Rear cargo door |
| trunk |
| Tinted windows |
| light |
| Rear window type |
| fixed |
| Mirrors |
| dual power remote w/tilt down |
| Sunroof |
| 1st row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass |
| Spoiler |
| lip |
| Wheels |
| 18 machined w/painted accents aluminum |
| Spare tire and wheel |
| compact steel |
| Mirrors, auto dimming |
| driver |
| 2nd row sunroof |
| fixed glass with power sunshade |
Seats
3.5 S 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SV 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SL 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SR 4dr Sedan |
| Front seat type | |||
| bucket | bucket | bucket | bucket |
| Standard seating | |||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Front driver seat direction controls | |||
| 8-way power | 8-way power | 8-way power | 8-way power |
| Front passenger seat direction controls | |||
| 4-way power | 4-way power | 4-way power | 4-way power |
| Lumbar support | |||
| driver | driver | driver | driver |
| Front armrests | |||
| center | center | center | center |
| Front head restraints | |||
| adjustable | adjustable | adjustable | adjustable |
| Heated front seats | |||
| driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | – |
| Memory | |||
| driver | – | – | – |
| Rear seats | |||
| 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench |
| Rear head restraints | |||
| 3 - adjustable | 3 - adjustable | 3 - adjustable | 3 - adjustable |
| Seat trim | |||
| cloth | leather | leather | Alcantara simulated suede/leather |
| Cooled front seats | |||
| driver and passenger | – | – | – |
3.5 Platinum 4dr Sedan |
| Front seat type |
| bucket |
| Standard seating |
| 5 |
| Front driver seat direction controls |
| 8-way power |
| Front passenger seat direction controls |
| 4-way power |
| Lumbar support |
| driver |
| Front armrests |
| center |
| Front head restraints |
| adjustable |
| Heated front seats |
| driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback |
| Memory |
| driver |
| Rear seats |
| 60-40 bench |
| Rear head restraints |
| 3 - adjustable |
| Seat trim |
| leather |
| Cooled front seats |
| driver and passenger |
Entertainment System
3.5 S 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SV 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SL 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SR 4dr Sedan |
| Radio | |||
| SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan |
| CD player | |||
| in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single |
| Speakers | |||
| 8 | 8 | 11 Bose | 11 Bose |
| Navigation system | |||
| yes with voice activation | yes with voice activation | yes with voice activation | yes with voice activation |
| 1st row LCD screen | |||
| 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
3.5 Platinum 4dr Sedan |
| Radio |
| SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan |
| CD player |
| in-dash mounted single |
| Speakers |
| 11 Bose |
| Navigation system |
| yes with voice activation |
| 1st row LCD screen |
| 2 |
Safety and Security Features
3.5 S 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SV 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SL 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SR 4dr Sedan |
| Airbags, frontal | |||
| driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger |
| Airbags, side impact | |||
| seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger |
| Airbags, side curtain | |||
| curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row |
| Traction control | |||
| ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline |
| Seatbelt pre-tensioners | |||
| front | front | front | front |
| Headlights | |||
| halogen | halogen | halogen | LED low beam |
| Exterior light control | |||
| programmable | programmable | programmable | programmable |
| Door curb lights | |||
| 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Remote keyless entry | |||
| keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) |
| Door locks | |||
| power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock |
3.5 Platinum 4dr Sedan |
| Airbags, frontal |
| driver and front passenger |
| Airbags, side impact |
| seat mounted, driver and passenger |
| Airbags, side curtain |
| curtain 1st and 2nd row |
| Traction control |
| ABS and driveline |
| Seatbelt pre-tensioners |
| front |
| Headlights |
| LED low beam |
| Exterior light control |
| programmable |
| Door curb lights |
| 2 |
| Remote keyless entry |
| keyfob (all doors) |
| Door locks |
| power with 2 stage unlock |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service |
| NissanConnect Services |
Mechanical Features
3.5 S 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SV 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SL 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SR 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | |||
| 3.5L V-6 | 3.5L V-6 | 3.5L V-6 | 3.5L V-6 |
| Brakes | |||
| 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc |
| Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | |||
| 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Drive type | |||
| front-wheel | front-wheel | front-wheel | front-wheel |
| Exhaust | |||
| stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel |
| Steering | |||
| rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion |
| Suspension tuning | |||
| regular | regular | regular | sport |
| Front suspension type | |||
| strut | strut | strut | strut |
| Front shocks | |||
| gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
| Front springs | |||
| coil | coil | coil | coil |
| Rear suspension type | |||
| multi-link | multi-link | multi-link | multi-link |
| Rear shocks | |||
| gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
| Rear springs | |||
| coil | coil | coil | coil |
| Transmission | |||
| Xtronic 2-spd CVT w/OD | Xtronic 2-spd CVT w/OD | Xtronic 2-spd CVT w/OD | Xtronic 2-spd CVT w/OD |
| Axle ratio | |||
| 5.25 | 5.25 | 5.25 | 5.25 |
3.5 Platinum 4dr Sedan |
| Engine |
| 3.5L V-6 |
| Brakes |
| 4-wheel disc |
| Anti-lock braking system (ABS) |
| 4-wheel |
| Drive type |
| front-wheel |
| Exhaust |
| stainless steel |
| Steering |
| rack and pinion |
| Suspension tuning |
| regular |
| Front suspension type |
| strut |
| Front shocks |
| gas-pressurized |
| Front springs |
| coil |
| Rear suspension type |
| multi-link |
| Rear shocks |
| gas-pressurized |
| Rear springs |
| coil |
| Transmission |
| Xtronic 2-spd CVT w/OD |
| Axle ratio |
| 5.25 |
Other Specs
3.5 S 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SV 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SL 4dr Sedan |
3.5 SR 4dr Sedan |
| Luggage capacity | |||
| 14.3 cu.ft. | 14.3 cu.ft. | 14.3 cu.ft. | 14.3 cu.ft. |
| Maximum cargo capacity | |||
| 14.3 cu.ft. | 14.3 cu.ft. | 14.3 cu.ft. | 14.3 cu.ft. |
| Base engine size | |||
| 3.5 liters | 3.5 liters | 3.5 liters | 3.5 liters |
| Base engine type | |||
| V-6 | V-6 | V-6 | V-6 |
| Horsepower rpm | |||
| 6,400 | 6,400 | 6,400 | 6,400 |
| Torque rpm | |||
| 4,400 | 4,400 | 4,400 | 4,400 |
| EPA mileage estimates | |||
| 21 City / 30 Hwy | 21 City / 30 Hwy | 21 City / 30 Hwy | 21 City / 30 Hwy |
| Lighting - map lights | |||
| front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
| Lighting - dome light | |||
| fade | fade | fade | fade |
| Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors | |||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| Height adjustable safety belts | |||
| front | front | front | front |
| Engine - valvetrain | |||
| DOHC | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Warranty - Basic (mths/miles) | |||
| 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 |
| Warrranty - Powertrain (mths/miles) | |||
| 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 |
| Warranty - Corrosion perforation (mths/miles) | |||
| 60/unlimited | 60/unlimited | 60/unlimited | 60/unlimited |
| Warranty - Roadside assistance (mths/miles) | |||
| 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 |
| Tires | |||
| P245/45VR18.0 BSW AS | P245/45VR18.0 BSW AS | P245/45VR18.0 BSW AS | P245/40WR19.0 BSW AS |
| Windshield wipers - front | |||
| variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent |
3.5 Platinum 4dr Sedan |
| Luggage capacity |
| 14.3 cu.ft. |
| Maximum cargo capacity |
| 14.3 cu.ft. |
| Base engine size |
| 3.5 liters |
| Base engine type |
| V-6 |
| Horsepower rpm |
| 6,400 |
| Torque rpm |
| 4,400 |
| EPA mileage estimates |
| 21 City / 30 Hwy |
| Lighting - map lights |
| front and rear |
| Lighting - dome light |
| fade |
| Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors |
| driver and passenger |
| Height adjustable safety belts |
| front |
| Engine - valvetrain |
| DOHC |
| Warranty - Basic (mths/miles) |
| 36/36,000 |
| Warrranty - Powertrain (mths/miles) |
| 60/60,000 |
| Warranty - Corrosion perforation (mths/miles) |
| 60/unlimited |
| Warranty - Roadside assistance (mths/miles) |
| 36/36,000 |
| Tires |
| P245/45VR18.0 BSW AS |
| Windshield wipers - front |
| variable intermittent |