Nissan Maxima vs. INFINITI G37 Sedan
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Nissan Maxima and INFINITI G37 Sedan 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 Nissan Maxima and the INFINITI G37 Sedan.
In comparing the Nissan Maxima's and the INFINITI G37 Sedan's specifications and ratings, the Nissan Maxima has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The INFINITI G37 Sedan has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The Nissan Maxima and INFINITI G37 Sedan have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Nissan Maxima's and the INFINITI G37 Sedan's specifications and ratings, the INFINITI G37 Sedan is a better car than the Nissan Maxima.
Pricing: A used 2013 Nissan Maxima ranges from $5,500 to $15,836 while a used 2013 INFINITI G37 Sedan is priced between $7,945 to $17,997.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Nissan Maxima’s base engine makes 290 horsepower, and the INFINITI G37 Sedan base engine makes 328 horsepower. Both the Maxima and the G37 Sedan are rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 520 and 540 miles respectively. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The INFINITI G37 Sedan has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Nissan Maxima, a large car, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room cargo space.
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:
$31,000
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Large Cars)
$28,435
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Large Cars)
$25,280 - $31,000
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$32,950
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
$35,454
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
$23,080 - $47,600
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$9,822
Price Range:
$5,500 - $15,836
Category Avg Price:
(Large Cars)
$11,361
Category Avg Price Range:
(Large Cars)
$8,637 - $15,086
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
61
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
131,934
# Good or Great Deals:
21
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$12,848
Price Range:
$7,945 - $17,997
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
$13,255
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
$9,715 - $17,980
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
151
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
113,732
# Good or Great Deals:
48
Nissan Maxima Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
8.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
INFINITI G37 Sedan Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Nissan Maxima
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for INFINITI G37 Sedan
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1
Typical Category Recalls:
(Large Cars)
4.3
Category Range for Recalls:
(Large Cars)
1 - 8.7
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
4.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
1 - 27.1
Nissan Maxima Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
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7 out of / 8INFINITI G37 Sedan Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Nissan Maxima Trim Levels
3.5 S, 3.5 SV
INFINITI G37 Sedan Trim Levels
Journey, Sport, x
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 / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 60000 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:
3 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):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
290 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
261 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.082 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
328 hp @ 7000 rpm
Torque:
269 foot-lbs @ 5200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.090 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):
19 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
380 / 520 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 27 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
380 / 540 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Quad Seats:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
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
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
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
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Quad Seats:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
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
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Cargo Space:
14.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
95.8 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Cargo Space:
13.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
99.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3551 lbs
Width:
73.2 inches
Height:
57.8 inches
Length:
190.6 inches
Wheelbase:
109.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3628 lbs
Width:
69.8 inches
Height:
57.2 inches
Length:
187.9 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/55R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Super Black
Blue
Navy Blue
Brown
Java Metallic
Gray
Metallic Slate
Red
Crimson Black / Tuscan Sun
Silver
Brilliant Silver
White
Pearl White
Beige
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Obsidian / Malbec Black
Blue
Blue Slate
Brown
Not available
Gray
Graphite Shadow
Red
Vibrant Red
Silver
Liquid Platinum
White
Moonlight White
Beige
Smoky Quartz
Interior Colors
Brown
Cafe Latte
Gray
Charcoal
Beige
Not available
Black
Not available
Interior Colors
Brown
Not available
Gray
Stone
Beige
Wheat
Black
Graphite
