In the early 1980s, long before Infiniti was even a glimmer in Nissan’s eye, the Japanese automaker unveiled its upmarket Maxima. The sedan might have taken over 12 seconds to reach 60 mph, but in an era of horsepower-robbing emissions controls the Maxima’s performance capabilities made it an attractively priced alternative to more expensive cars like the BMW 320i.
Over 30 years later, the Maxima still tops Nissan’s lineup—and the 2013 model can hit 60 mph in half the time.
Overview
History of the Nissan Maxima
2009 - 2013 Nissan Maxima
Major changes included: The 2009-and-up Maxima has received a complete redesign and features more interior space and power than its predecessor. The new Maxima features a sport-tuned suspension that gives the driver a sportier impression than that of other family sedans in this segment.
2004 - 2008 Nissan Maxima
Major changes included: A 3.5 liter V6 powers the sixth generation Maxima. It features a freshened front fascia and headlights with squared-off corners. A Platinum Edition package of convenience features is added for 2008 on both SE and SL trim levels. 2009--: The seventh generation Maxima shares its interior design scheme with that of the Infiniti G and Infiniti M, including an optional navigation system. It is powered by a revised version of the last generation?s 3.5 liter V6 engine. The Maxima utilizes Nissan?s Continuously Variable Transmission, which will be the sole transmission available. Both S and SV trims offer several packages, including Sport, Premium, and Technology.
2000 - 2003 Nissan Maxima
Major changes included: The complete 2000 redesign adds more interior room and amenities to the Maxima and boosts horsepower from the standard V6 engine to 222. A 20th Anniversary edition with a 227-horsepower engine and cosmetic enhancements bowed in '01. In 2002 a 255-horsepower V6 engine became standard on all trims.
1995 - 1999 Nissan Maxima
Major changes included: The Maxima was redesigned to offer more interior room in 1995. Available in base GXE, sporty SE and luxurious GLE, with a 190-horsepower V6 standard on all trims. 1997 saw several exterior modifications, including a new grille, bumpers, headlights and taillights. Side airbags become available in '98 and traction control becomes optional in '99.
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2012 Nissan Maxima
$20,988 | 22,449 mi
2012 Nissan Maxima
$22,988 | 22,937 mi
2012 Nissan Maxima
$22,988 | 17,670 mi
2012 Nissan Maxima
$22,995 | 15,906 mi
2012 Nissan Maxima
$22,995 | 18,556 mi
2012 Nissan Maxima
$23,881 | 22,986 mi
2011 Nissan Maxima
$21,988 | 21,003 mi
2010 Nissan Maxima
$21,830 | 56,239 mi
2010 Nissan Maxima
$24,988 | 45,519 mi
2010 Nissan Maxima
$25,991 | 47,046 mi
2009 Nissan Maxima
$17,393 | 74,755 mi
2009 Nissan Maxima
$23,995 | 11,300 mi
2009 Nissan Maxima
$23,998 | 27,385 mi
2003 Nissan Maxima
$8,498 | 106,120 mi
2000 Nissan Maxima
$5,602 | 147,697 mi
2000 Nissan Maxima
$7,122 | 119,957 mi
1999 Nissan Maxima
$9,988 | 89,751 mi
