Nissan Maxima seventh generation

Nissan Maxima seventh generation
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The Nissan Maxima seventh generation (2009–2014): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 3 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: A35 · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,840 mm TC4,841 mm
Width1,860 mm TC1,859 mm
Height1,470 mm TC1,468 mm
Wheelbase2,780 mm TC2,776 mm
Front track1,580 mm TC–
Rear track1,590 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,621–1,630 kg TC1,617 kg
Seats and space
Luggage space (EPA)396 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)2,718 L EPA–
Performance
Torque–354 Nm

NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2012–2014: ★★★★☆

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, de), US EPA fuel economy data, NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

984 complaints for model years 2009–2014. 35 crashes · 9 fires · 43 injuries

  • Steering 344
  • Electrical system 198
  • Airbags 141
  • Transmission and drivetrain 106
  • Engine 76
  • Suspension 67

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 3 versions of the Nissan Maxima seventh generation

United States 2 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 versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2013–20143.5 LPetrolContinuously variable (CVT)Front-wheel drive22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA255 g/km
2009–2012VMODE CLKUP3.5 LPetrolContinuously variable (CVT)Front-wheel drive22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA251 g/km

Canada 1 version

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2009–2014Mid-size3.5 LPetrolContinuously variable (CVT)10.8–10.9 L/100 km 5-cycle248–251 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.