With its free-revving V6 engine, the Nissan Maxima has always been the mid-size sedan of choice for those who place driving enjoyment high on their priority list. In fact, the Maxima outsells the V6 versions of the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord. The 2002 Nissan Maxima is more luxurious, more powerful, and a little sportier than last year's model. The Maxima is moving upscale as it makes room below for the Altima, Nissan's other mid-size sedan. This trend toward luxury and power can be seen in numerous enhancements to this year's model. An all-new 3.5-liter V6 engine delivers 255 horsepower to the 2002 Maxima. That's a lot of ponies, and it's a smooth and sophisticated engine. The interior has been upgraded. To differentiate this year's model, the styling has been revised: The 2002 Maxima gets a new grille, revised front and rear fascias, and new side sills.
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2003 Nissan Maxima
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Overview
Specs & Features
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Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
3.5L V-6 / 255 HP / 246 ft.lbs.
Transmission
4-spd auto w/OD
Drive Type
Front-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
20 / 26 / 23 Mpg
Passenger Capacity
5
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque | 3.5L V-6 / 255 HP / 246 ft.lbs. |
Drive Type | Front-wheel |
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined | 20 / 26 / 23 Mpg |
Brakes | 4-wheel Disc |
Front Suspension | Strut |
Rear Suspension | Non-independent Multi-link |
Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel |
Fuel Tank | 18.5 Gal. |
Recommended Fuel Type | Premium Unleaded |
Average Cost To Fill Tank | $71 |
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume | 15.1 Cu.ft. |
Passenger Volume | 102 Cu.ft. |
Exterior Length | 191.5 " |
Exterior Width | 70.3 " |
Exterior Height | 56.3 " |
Front Headroom | 40.5 " |
Rear Headroom | 37.4 " |
Front Legroom | 43.9 " |
Rear Legroom | 36.2 " |
Front Shoulder Room | 56.9 " |
Rear Shoulder Room | 56.2 " |
Front Hip Room | |
Rear Hip Room | |
Curb Weight | 3,242 Lbs. |
Wheel Base | 108 " |
Turning Radius | 17.7 ' |
Exterior Features
Door Count | 4 Doors |
Wheels | 16.0 " Silver Aluminum |
Paint | Clearcoat Monotone |
Exterior Mirrors | Dual Power Remote |
Bumpers | Body-colored |
Grille Moldings | Colored |
Rear Spoiler | Wing |
Exhaust | Stainless Steel / Stainless Steel With Chrome Tailpipe Finish |
Interior Features
Safety Features
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Overall Side Crash Safety Rating |
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Front Impact Airbags | Driver And Passenger |
Driver Side Impact Airbags | |
Knee Airbag | |
Passenger Side Impact Airbag | |
Rear Side Airbag | |
Seatbelt Pretensioners | Front |
Anti-Lock Brakes | 4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs) |
Forward Collision Warning | |
Blind Spot Sensor | |
Lane Departure Warning | |
Autonomous Cruise Control | |
Pedestrian Detection | |
Driver Attention Alert | |
Daytime Running Lights | |
Auto High Beams | |
Adaptive Headlights | |
Parking Sensors | |
Security Systems | Security System |
Panic Alarm | |
Ignition Disable | Immobilizer |
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles | 36 Months / 36,000 Miles |
Major Components Months | 60 Months / 60,000 Miles |
Included Maintenance Months | |
Roadside Assistance Months | |
Corrosion Perforation | 60 Months / Unlimited Miles |
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