Nissan Maxima fourth generation
The Nissan Maxima fourth generation (1995–1999): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 5 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: A32 · Sold in: United States and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | – | 4,768–4,811 mm |
| Width | – | 1,770 mm |
| Height | – | 1,415 mm |
| Wheelbase | – | 2,700 mm |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | – | 1,302 kg |
| Seats and space | ||
| Luggage space (EPA) | 425 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 2,832 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)
628 complaints for model years 1995–1999. 57 crashes · 41 fires · 40 injuries · 1 death
- Electrical system 138
- Airbags 92
- Engine 65
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 5 versions of the Nissan Maxima fourth generation
United States 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999–2000 | 3.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1995–1999(FFS), CLKUP · (FFS), 2MODE CLKUP · CLKUP | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1995–1998(FFS) | 3.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
Canada 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995–1999Mid-size | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 11.1–11.2 L/100 km 5-cycle | 255–258 g/km |
| 1995–1999Mid-size | 3.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 11.0–11.2 L/100 km 5-cycle | 253–258 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.