Nissan Maxima third generation
The Nissan Maxima third generation (1989–1994): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 3 versions in the United States.
Model codes: J30 · Sold in: United States and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | – | 4,765 mm |
| Width | – | 1,760 mm |
| Height | – | 1,346–1,400 mm |
| Wheelbase | – | 2,650 mm |
| Seats and space | ||
| Luggage space (EPA) | 396 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 2,718 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)
521 complaints for model years 1989–1994. 52 crashes · 17 fires · 63 injuries · 1 death
- Fuel system 104
- Visibility and wipers 53
- Engine 45
- Transmission and drivetrain 26
- Airbags 25
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 third 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993–1994(FFS) DOHC, 3MODE CLKUP | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 1989–1994(FFS), 3MODE VLKUP · (FFS), 3MODE CLKUP · (FFS) DOHC, 3MODE CLKUP and 1 more trim | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 1989–1994(FFS) · (FFS) DOHC | 3.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 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.