2012 Nissan Maxima review
Nissan Maxima highlights
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Mileage (EPA estimate)
19 city, 26 highway, 22 combined
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What is new for the 2012 Nissan Maxima?
- Maxima trims have been upgraded with Panoramic Sunroof, A/C Seat(s), Memory Seat(s), Front Seat Heaters, Quad Seats, and Heated Steering Wheel as standard equipment this year.
- The S trim now comes with Rear Spoiler as standard equipment.
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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.
View RepairPal's full rating of the Nissan MaximaNissan Maxima features and specs
S 2WD 4D Sedan
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Spoiler
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Sunroof(s)
- Traction Control
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cloth Seats
- Front Seat Heaters
- Leather Seats
- Rear Spoiler
- Satellite Radio Ready
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
3.5L
Horsepower
290
Torque (ft-lbs)
261
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
20
Wheelbase
109.3"
Overall length
190.6"
Width
73.2"
Height
57.8"
Leg room
F 43.8"/R 34.6"
Head room
F 38.5"/R 36.4"
Front tires
P245/45VR18
Rear tires
P245/45VR18
Seating capacity
5
Max towing capacity
150/1000 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2012 Nissan Maxima FAQ
The 2012 Nissan Maxima is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- S : 19 MPG City and 26 MPG Highway
- SV : 19 MPG City and 26 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
The 2012 Nissan Maxima has received an average 4.7 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2012 Nissan Maxima, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2012 Nissan Maxima Reviews.
The 2012 Nissan Maxima has a maximum towing capacity of 1000 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2012 Nissan Maxima:
- Navigation System
- Rear Spoiler
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