Petrol · 1984–2023

Nissan Maxima

Fuel use, running costs and specs for the Nissan Maxima. By the official figures, the 2023 uses 9.8 L/100km: 29 mpg UK, 24 mpg US.

Nissan Maxima in black
Fuel use
9.8 L/100km
2023 official
UK mpg
29 mpg
US mpg
24 mpg
On a full tank
694 km
68 L tank

What a Maxima costs to run

At today's average petrol prices, by its official fuel use.

CountryAverage price todayCost to driveA typical year
New Zealand$2.94/L petrol$28.81 per 100 km$3,169
Australia$2.41/L petrol$23.62 per 100 km$2,622
United Kingdom£1.74/L petrol£27.51 per 100 miles£1,925
United States$4.35/gal petrol$18.14 per 100 miles$2,449

A typical year: New Zealand 11,000 km (Ministry of Transport's average for a light vehicle); Australia 11,100 km (ABS Survey of Motor Vehicle Use average); United Kingdom 11,265 km (DfT National Travel Survey average of about 7,000 miles); United States 21,726 km (FHWA average of about 13,500 miles). Real costs depend on how and where you drive. Work out a particular trip.

A36, 2016–2023

Specs for the 3.5 V6 SV sedan; other versions differ a little.

About

Body
Sedan
Size class
Large
Generation
A36
Built
2016-2023
Seats
5
Doors
4
Drive
FWD

Size and weight

Length
4,897 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
1,435 mm
Wheelbase
2,776 mm
Kerb weight
1,574 kg
Boot
405 L

Engine

Engine
3.5 L V6 petrol
Engine size
3,498 cc
Cylinders
6
Aspiration
Naturally aspirated
Power
224 kW
Torque
354 Nm
Gearbox
CVT

Economy

Fuel use (combined)
9.4 L/100km
Fuel tank
68 L
Minimum petrol
91 RON

Safety

NHTSA overall
★★★★★
Auto emergency braking
Yes

Features

Apple CarPlay
Yes
Android Auto
Yes

J32, 2009–2015

Specs for the 3.5 V6 Ti sedan; other versions differ a little.

About

Body
Sedan
Size class
Large
Generation
J32
Built
2009-2015
Seats
5
Doors
4
Drive
FWD

Size and weight

Length
4,878 mm
Width
1,840 mm
Height
1,475 mm
Wheelbase
2,800 mm
Kerb weight
1,610 kg
Boot
421 L

Engine

Engine
3.5 L V6 petrol
Engine size
3,498 cc
Cylinders
6
Aspiration
Naturally aspirated
Power
205 kW
Torque
350 Nm
Gearbox
CVT

Economy

Fuel use (combined)
10.7 L/100km
Fuel tank
76 L
Minimum petrol
91 RON

Safety

ANCAP
★★★★★
ANCAP tested
2009
Airbags
6

J31 (Maxima/Teana), 2004–2008

Specs for the 3.5 V6 Ti sedan; other versions differ a little.

About

Body
Sedan
Size class
Large
Generation
J31 (Maxima/Teana)
Built
2004-2008
Seats
5
Doors
4
Drive
FWD

Size and weight

Length
4,915 mm
Width
1,821 mm
Height
1,481 mm
Wheelbase
2,824 mm
Kerb weight
1,596 kg
Boot
439 L

Engine

Engine
3.5 L V6 petrol
Engine size
3,498 cc
Cylinders
6
Aspiration
Naturally aspirated
Power
197 kW
Torque
346 Nm
Gearbox
4-speed automatic

Economy

Fuel use (combined)
11.1 L/100km
Fuel tank
76 L
Minimum petrol
91 RON

Safety

ANCAP
★★★★☆
ANCAP tested
2004

A33, 2000–2003

Specs for the 3.0 V6 sedan; other versions differ a little.

About

Body
Sedan
Size class
Large
Generation
A33
Built
2000-2003
Seats
5
Doors
4
Drive
FWD

Size and weight

Length
4,920 mm
Width
1,781 mm
Height
1,440 mm
Wheelbase
2,751 mm
Kerb weight
1,445 kg
Boot
428 L

Engine

Engine
3.0 L V6 petrol
Engine size
2,496 cc
Cylinders
6
Aspiration
Naturally aspirated
Power
150 kW
Torque
268 Nm
Gearbox
4-speed automatic

Economy

Fuel use (combined)
9.6 L/100km
Fuel tank
70 L
Minimum petrol
91 RON

A32, 1995–1999

Specs for the 3.0 V6 sedan; other versions differ a little.

About

Body
Sedan
Size class
Large
Generation
A32
Built
1995-1999
Seats
5
Doors
4
Drive
FWD

Size and weight

Length
4,770 mm
Width
1,770 mm
Height
1,420 mm
Wheelbase
2,700 mm
Kerb weight
1,365 kg
Boot
411 L

Engine

Engine
3.0 L V6 petrol
Engine size
2,481 cc
Cylinders
6
Aspiration
Naturally aspirated
Power
140 kW
Torque
216 Nm
Gearbox
4-speed automatic

Economy

Fuel use (combined)
9.9 L/100km
Fuel tank
70 L
Minimum petrol
91 RON

Official figures by year

From the US EPA, the UK's DfT and NZTA, newest first.

YearFuelUsesUKUSRange
2023Petrol9.8 L/100km29 mpg24 mpg—
2022Petrol9.8 L/100km29 mpg24 mpg—
2021Petrol9.8 L/100km29 mpg24 mpg—
2020Petrol9.8 L/100km29 mpg24 mpg—
2019Petrol9.8 L/100km29 mpg24 mpg—
2018Petrol9.4 L/100km30 mpg25 mpg—
2017Petrol9.4 L/100km30 mpg25 mpg—
2016Petrol9.4 L/100km30 mpg25 mpg—
2014Petrol10.7 L/100km26 mpg22 mpg—
2013Petrol10.2 L/100km28 mpg23 mpg—
2012Petrol10.2 L/100km28 mpg23 mpg—
2011Petrol10.1 L/100km28 mpg23 mpg—
2010Petrol9.9 L/100km29 mpg24 mpg—
2009Petrol10.1 L/100km28 mpg23 mpg—
2008Petrol10.8 L/100km26 mpg22 mpg—
2007Petrol10.8 L/100km26 mpg22 mpg—
2006Petrol10.9 L/100km26 mpg22 mpg—
2005Petrol11.2 L/100km25 mpg21 mpg—
2004Petrol11.2 L/100km25 mpg21 mpg—
2003Petrol11.8 L/100km24 mpg20 mpg—
2002Petrol11.8 L/100km24 mpg20 mpg—
2001Petrol11.8 L/100km24 mpg20 mpg—
2000Petrol11.8 L/100km24 mpg20 mpg—
1999Petrol11.2 L/100km25 mpg21 mpg—
1998Petrol11.2 L/100km25 mpg21 mpg—
1997Petrol11.2 L/100km25 mpg21 mpg—
1996Petrol11.2 L/100km25 mpg21 mpg—
1995Petrol11.2 L/100km25 mpg21 mpg—
1994Petrol12.4 L/100km23 mpg19 mpg—
1993Petrol12.4 L/100km23 mpg19 mpg—
1992Petrol12.4 L/100km23 mpg19 mpg—
1991Petrol12.4 L/100km23 mpg19 mpg—
1990Petrol12.4 L/100km23 mpg19 mpg—
1989Petrol12.4 L/100km23 mpg19 mpg—
1988Petrol13.1 L/100km22 mpg18 mpg—
1987Petrol13.1 L/100km22 mpg18 mpg—
1986Petrol13.1 L/100km22 mpg18 mpg—
1985Petrol13.8 L/100km20 mpg17 mpg—
1984Petrol11.2 L/100km25 mpg21 mpg—

Nissan Maxima questions

What is the fuel consumption of the Nissan Maxima?

The 2023 Nissan Maxima uses 9.8 L/100km by its official figures: 29 mpg in UK gallons and 24 mpg in US gallons. Each year's figures are listed below.

How much does a Nissan Maxima cost to run a year?

At today's average petrol prices and a typical year's driving: $3,169 in New Zealand, $2,622 in Australia, £1,925 in United Kingdom, $2,449 in United States.

How far does a Nissan Maxima go on a full tank?

About 694 km (431 miles) from its 68 L tank at its official fuel use.

How big is the Nissan Maxima's boot?

405 L, for the 3.5 V6 SV sedan.

Cars like the Maxima

From other makes, closest in what they use.

Audi

A6

1995–2026

9.8 L/100km · 29 mpg

Audi

S4

1992–2025

9.8 L/100km · 29 mpg

Buick

Regal

1984–2020

9.8 L/100km · 29 mpg

Lexus

IS350

2005–2023

9.5 L/100km · 30 mpg

Mercedes-Benz

E-Class

1994–2027

9.4 L/100km · 30 mpg

Mercedes-Benz

CLS-Class

2006–2023

9.4 L/100km · 30 mpg

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