Nissan Maxima sixth generation

Nissan Maxima sixth generation
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The Nissan Maxima sixth generation (2004–2008): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 8 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: A34 · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length–4,915–4,938 mm
Width–1,821 mm
Height–1,481 mm
Wheelbase–2,824 mm
Weights and towing
Kerb weight–1,623 kg
Seats and space
Luggage space (EPA)453 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)2,945 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)

3,157 complaints for model years 2004–2008. 81 crashes · 31 fires · 78 injuries · 2 deaths

  • Transmission and drivetrain 2,103
  • Engine 279
  • Tyres 141
  • Speed control 118
  • Electrical system 116
  • Brakes 94

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 8 versions of the Nissan Maxima sixth generation

United States 4 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
2007–2008VMODE CLKUP3.5 LPetrolContinuously variable (CVT)Front-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
2004–20063.5 LPetrol6-speed manualFront-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
2004–2006CLKUP3.5 LPetrol5-speed automaticFront-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
2004CLKUP3.5 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km

Canada 4 versions

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

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2007–2008Mid-size3.5 LPetrolContinuously variable (CVT)11.1 L/100 km 5-cycle255 g/km
2004–2006Mid-size3.5 LPetrol5-speed automatic11.4 L/100 km 5-cycle262 g/km
2004–2006Mid-size3.5 LPetrol6-speed manual11.0–11.1 L/100 km 5-cycle253–255 g/km
2004Mid-size3.5 LPetrol4-speed automatic11.4 L/100 km 5-cycle262 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.