2017 Nissan Maxima vs. 2018 Nissan Maxima
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2017 Nissan Maxima and 2018 Nissan Maxima contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2017 Nissan Maxima and the 2018 Nissan Maxima.
When we compare the 2017 Nissan Maxima's and the 2018 Nissan Maxima's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Nissan Maxima has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. The 2017 Nissan Maxima and 2018 Nissan Maxima have the same fuel efficiency, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2017 Nissan Maxima's and the 2018 Nissan Maxima's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Nissan Maxima is a better car than the 2018 Nissan Maxima.
Pricing: A used 2017 Nissan Maxima ranges from $11,499 to $22,499 while a used 2018 Nissan Maxima is priced between $13,253 to $24,990.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate, the 2017 Nissan Maxima and the 2018 Nissan Maxima both lose 49.7 percent of their value.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Nissan Maxima is 8.6 out of 10. Nissan Maxima is ranked 3 out of 8 Best Large Cars based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars' Reliability Rating for the Nissan Maxima is 8.5 out of 10.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the 2017 Nissan Maxima and the 2018 Nissan Maxima makes 300 horsepower. Both the Maxima and the Maxima are rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 540 miles. Both models use premium unleaded.
Safety Ratings: The Nissan Maxima has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$32,610
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Large Cars)
$32,873
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Large Cars)
$27,345 - $49,900
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$33,420
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Large Cars)
$30,398
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Large Cars)
$27,690 - $33,500
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$16,949
Price Range:
$11,499 - $22,499
Category Avg Price:
(Large Cars)
$18,341
Category Avg Price Range:
(Large Cars)
$15,058 - $22,237
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
369
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
92,240
# Good or Great Deals:
159
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$18,933
Price Range:
$13,253 - $24,990
Category Avg Price:
(Large Cars)
$20,070
Category Avg Price Range:
(Large Cars)
$16,669 - $24,192
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
203
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
82,576
# Good or Great Deals:
84
Nissan Maxima Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
8.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Nissan Maxima Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
8.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2017 Nissan Maxima
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
3.2
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Large Cars)
3.2
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Large Cars)
2.3 - 8
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
23.1%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2018 Nissan Maxima
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
4.2
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Large Cars)
4.2
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Large Cars)
3.3 - 9
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
23.1%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.8
Typical Category Recalls:
(Large Cars)
2.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Large Cars)
1 - 3.4
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.2
Typical Category Recalls:
(Large Cars)
2.5
Category Range for Recalls:
(Large Cars)
1.5 - 5.3
Nissan Maxima Rankings
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7 out of / 8Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2017 Nissan Maxima Trim Levels
3.5 S, 3.5 SL, 3.5 SR, 3.5 SV, Platinum
2018 Nissan Maxima Trim Levels
3.5 S, 3.5 SL, 3.5 SR, 3.5 SV, Platinum
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
300 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
261 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.086 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
300 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
261 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.086 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 30 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
378 / 540 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 30 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
378 / 540 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
Available
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
45 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Cargo Space:
14.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
98.6 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
45 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Cargo Space:
14.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
98.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3478 lbs
Width:
73.2 inches
Height:
56.5 inches
Length:
192.8 inches
Wheelbase:
109.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3478 lbs
Width:
73.2 inches
Height:
56.5 inches
Length:
192.8 inches
Wheelbase:
109.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Bordeaux Black / Super Black
Blue
Deep Blue Pearl / Storm Blue
Brown
Forged Bronze
Gray
Gun Metallic
Red
Coulis Red
Silver
Brilliant Silver
White
Pearl White
Exterior Colors
Black
Super Black
Blue
Deep Blue Pearl
Brown
Not available
Gray
Gun Metallic
Red
Carnelian Red
Silver
Brilliant Silver
White
Pearl White
Interior Colors
Black
Charcoal
Brown
Cashmere
Interior Colors
Black
Charcoal
Brown
Not available