2023 Nissan Maxima review
Nissan Maxima highlights
Customer rating
(not yet rated)
Pros
- Upscale cabin
- Quiet interior
- Sporty handling
Cons
- Limited space in the back seat and trunk
- Compromised visibility
- Dated infotainment system
Mileage (EPA estimate)
20 city, 30 highway, 24 combined
Pricing for current inventory
(no current inventory)
All Nissan Maxima years
2023 Nissan Maxima trims
SR:
- 300-hp, 261-lb-ft of torque 3.5L
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Rear Defroster
- Automated Cruise Control
- Power Seats
- Front Seat Heaters
- Power Mirrors
- Traction Control
- A/C Seats
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SV:
- Includes all features available on the SR
- Leather Seats
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Platinum:
- Includes all features available on the SV
- Rear Sunshade
- Rear Seat Heaters
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Nissan Maxima photos
5 reasons to buy the 2023 Nissan Maxima
1. Impressive V6 engine
The Nissan Maxima is a stylish midsize sedan with a powerful engine purring beneath the hood. Each of the 2023 Nissan Maxima's three trims has a 300-hp 3.5L V6 engine as standard, making it one of the strongest vehicles in its class. This engine is paired with a continuously variable automatic transmission, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable ride whether you're commuting or road-tripping.
2. Generous driver aids
The 2023 Nissan Maxima is a sleek, comfortable vehicle that makes an ideal home away from home. With its long list of driver aids, the Maxima offers maximum peace of mind. Standard driver-assistance features include a rearview camera, adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, a rear parking sensor, driver attention monitoring, blind spot monitoring, and more.
3. Three well-equipped trims
The 2023 Nissan Maxima is available in three trim levels, each with its own perks. They all have the same 300-hp V6 engine and numerous appealing features. The base SV trim has an eight-inch touchscreen, an eight-speaker stereo system, an available Wi-Fi hotspot, heated front seats, available remote start, and more.
4. Plenty of style
It only takes a glance to realize how attractive the Nissan Maxima is, but there's so much more than what you see on the surface. Each trim has genuine leather upholstery in various colors, becoming more sophisticated and luxurious as you climb the trim levels. If you go for the trim-topping Platinum, you'll love the gorgeous maple wood trim. Plus, the 2023 Nissan Maxima is available in six upscale exterior colors: Pearl White TriCoat, Brilliant Silver Metallic, Gun Metallic, Scarlet Ember Tintcoat, Deep Blue Pearl, and Super Black.
5. User-friendly infotainment system
Part of what makes the 2023 Nissan Maxima so enjoyable to drive is its intuitive infotainment system. It's straightforward and clear, and information is easy to find on the standard eight-inch touchscreen. You'll appreciate the physical buttons for audio and climate settings, providing appealing feedback. Other features of the system include Bluetooth® integration, Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay® connectivity, satellite radio, and navigation.
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
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RepairPal gave the Nissan Maxima an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Nissan Maxima 8th out of 13 among Fullsize Cars.
RepairPal reports that the average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a Nissan Maxima is $465, compared to an average of $495 for Fullsize Cars and $591 for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
According to RepairPal, Nissan Maxima owners bring their vehicles into a repair shop for unscheduled repairs an average of 1.1 times per year, compared to an average of 0.9 times for Fullsize Cars and 1.3 times for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
RepairPal reported that the probability of a repair being a severe or major issue is 14% for the Nissan Maxima, compared to an average of 14% for Fullsize Cars and 14% for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
Nissan Maxima features and specs
SV 2WD 4D Sedan
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automated Cruise Control
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Front Seat Heaters
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leather Seats
- Navigation System
- Overhead Airbags
- Parking Sensors
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Remote Start
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Traction Control
- Alloy Wheels
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
3.5L
Horsepower
300
Torque (ft-lbs)
261
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
18
Wheelbase
109.3"
Overall length
192.8"
Width
73.2"
Height
56.5"
Leg room
F 45"/R 34.2"
Head room
F 39.4"/R 36.7"
Front tires
P245/45VR18
Rear tires
P245/45VR18
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
2023 Nissan Maxima FAQ
The 2023 Nissan Maxima is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- SV : 20 MPG City and 30 MPG Highway
- SR : 20 MPG City and 30 MPG Highway
- Platinum : 20 MPG City and 30 MPG Highway
The Nissan Maxima received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Nissan Maxima as 7 out of 13 among Fullsize Car
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