Nissan Maxima vs. Acura TLX
In comparing the Nissan Maxima's and the Acura TLX's specifications and ratings, the Nissan Maxima has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, reliability, interior volume and base engine power. The Acura TLX has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Nissan Maxima's and the Acura TLX's specifications and ratings, the Nissan Maxima is a better car than the Acura TLX.
Nissan Maxima vs. Acura TLX Pricing
A used 2023 Nissan Maxima ranges from $33,258 to $45,522 while a used 2023 Acura TLX is priced between $36,185 to $55,998. For a new model, the Nissan Maxima's price is between $39,166 and $47,068, with the Acura TLX priced between $41,219 and $58,345.
Nissan Maxima vs. Acura TLX Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Nissan Maxima loses 52.1 percent of its value and the Acura TLX loses 51.1 percent of its value. This means the Acura TLX retains 1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Nissan Maxima.
Nissan Maxima vs. Acura TLX Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Nissan Maxima is 8.3 out of 10 while the Acura TLX's quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Nissan Maxima being ranked 3 out of 8 Best Large Cars and the Acura TLX being ranked 9 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars.
Nissan Maxima vs. Acura TLX Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Nissan Maxima is 8.6 out of 10. For the Acura TLX the reliability rating is 7.2 out of 10. This gives the Nissan Maxima an advantage in reliability compared to the Acura TLX.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Nissan Maxima’s base engine makes 300 horsepower, and the Acura TLX base engine makes 272 horsepower. The Maxima is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 540 miles. The TLX is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 491 miles.This gives the Acura TLX the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Nissan Maxima the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Nissan Maxima, a large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The Acura TLX, a midsize car, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Nissan Maxima and the Acura TLX have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, both the Nissan Maxima and the Acura TLX have the same Top Safety Pick+ award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
39166 - 47068
Used Asking Price:
33258 - 45522
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.52091
Pricing
New Asking Price:
41219 - 58345
Used Asking Price:
36185 - 55998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.511408
Nissan Maxima Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.301809 / 10
Reliability:
8.605429 / 10
Retained Value:
6.3 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Acura TLX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.366666 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Nissan Maxima Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
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3 out of / 8Ranking
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3 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 3Ranking
6 out of / 8Ranking
7 out of / 8Acura TLX Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 20Ranking
5 out of / 9Ranking
9 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 29Ranking
15 out of / 29Ranking
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19 out of / 29Ranking
26 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Nissan Maxima Trim Levels
3.5 Platinum, 3.5 SR, 3.5 SV
Acura TLX Trim Levels
Base, SH-AWD Type S, SH-AWD Type S PMC Edition, SH-AWD Type S w/Perf. Wheel+Tire, SH-AWD w/A-SPEC, SH-AWD w/Advance, w/A-SPEC, w/Tech
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:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
300 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
261 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.083 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
272 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
280 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.073 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):
20 / 30 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
360 / 540 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 31 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
349 / 491 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.1 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:
98.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55 inches
Cargo Space:
13.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
93.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3608 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:
3709 lbs
Width:
75.2 inches
Height:
56.4 inches
Length:
194.6 inches
Wheelbase:
113 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:
235/50R18