Nissan Maxima fifth generation
The Nissan Maxima fifth generation (2000–2003): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 12 versions in the United Kingdom, the United States, and Canada.
Model codes: A33 · Sold in: United Kingdom, United States, and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | – | 4,839–4,864 mm |
| Width | – | 1,786 mm |
| Height | – | 1,430–1,450 mm |
| Wheelbase | – | 2,751 mm |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | – | 1,472 kg |
| Seats and space | ||
| Luggage space (EPA) | 425 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 2,888 L EPA | – |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia, US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
942 complaints for model years 2000–2003. 73 crashes · 12 fires · 67 injuries · 9 deaths
- Electrical system 213
- Engine 200
- Airbags 90
- Lights 42
- Brakes 39
- Speed control 36
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 12 versions of the Nissan Maxima fifth generation
United Kingdom 3 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000–20022.0 V6 Saloon · 2.0 V6 | 2.0 L | Petrol | Manual | 9.2 L/100 km NEDC | 220 g/km |
| 2000–20022.0 V6 Saloon · 2.0 V6 | 2.0 L | Petrol | Automatic | 9.7 L/100 km NEDC | 232 g/km |
| 2000–20023.0 V6 Saloon · 3.0 V6 | 3.0 L | Petrol | Automatic | 10.5 L/100 km NEDC | 252 g/km |
United States 5 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002–2003CLKUP | 3.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
| 2002–2003 | 3.5 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 2001CLKUP | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
| 2001 | 3.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 251 g/km |
| 20002MODE CLKUP | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
Canada 4 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002–2003Mid-size | 3.5 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 11.1 L/100 km 5-cycle | 255 g/km |
| 2002–2003Mid-size | 3.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 11.9 L/100 km 5-cycle | 274 g/km |
| 2000–2001Mid-size | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 11.5–11.8 L/100 km 5-cycle | 265–271 g/km |
| 2000–2001Mid-size | 3.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 10.9–11.0 L/100 km 5-cycle | 251–253 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.