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Nissan Maxima

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Key specifications

Highlights
Gas V6
Engine Type
21 City / 27 Hwy
MPG
222 hp
Horsepower
5
Seating Capacity
Engine
Gas V6
Engine Type
217 @ 4000
SAE Net Torque @ RPM
222 @ 5600
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
3.0L/182
Displacement
Suspension
Independent Strut
Suspension Type - Front
w/Coil Springs
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)
w/Coil Springs
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)
Multi-Link Beam
Suspension Type - Rear
Weight & Capacity
Not Available lbs
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
19 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
Not Available lbs
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
1,000 lbs
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
Electrical
110
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)
356
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)
Brakes
Not Available
Drum - Rear (Yes or )
4-Wheel
Brake ABS System
Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or )
N/A
Brake ABS System (Second Line)

Engine

Gas V6 Engine Type
217 @ 4000 SAE Net Torque @ RPM
222 @ 5600 SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
3.0L/182 Displacement

Suspension

Independent Strut Suspension Type - Front
w/Coil Springs Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)
w/Coil Springs Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)
Multi-Link Beam Suspension Type - Rear

Weight & Capacity

Not Available lbs Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
19 gal Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
Not Available lbs Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
1,000 lbs Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
100 lbs Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
3,186 lbs Base Curb Weight
N/A Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx

Electrical

110 Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)
356 Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)

Brakes

Not Available Drum - Rear (Yes or )
4-Wheel Brake ABS System
Yes Disc - Rear (Yes or )
N/A Brake ABS System (Second Line)
Power Brake Type
Yes Disc - Front (Yes or )
N/A Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
-TBD - in Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness

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Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
Nissan and non-Nissan vehicles less than 10 years old and less than 100,000 miles. (Nissan vehicles less than 6 years from original new car in-service date must have more than 60,000 to qualify for Certified Select.)
Dealer certification
84-point inspection

Consumer reviews

4.5 / 5
Based on 51 reviews
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Comfort 4.5
Interior 4.4
Performance 4.6
Value 4.5
Exterior 4.3
Reliability 4.4

Most recent

The 2000 Maxima is top choice !

I like to test drive all types of cars that my associates will let me get my hands on. Out of the following cars, I put the Nissan Maxima up with the so called elite class of cars. Here is the list that I've tested; Mercedes Benz e500, Lexus sc, the Range Rover 2018 hse, 2004 BMW 325. and others. I want to tell you that all that is written about fun, sporty and durable that the Maxima is is true compared with the ones on this list in my opinion. I put a Hollywood hills test on all of those passenger vehicles and if you know Hollywood california, then you know that the hills are swisty turny. with nice strait away shots. The order of choice for the conveyances mentioned that I would pick is like this. 1 Lexus SC(surprised handling control, exceleration into the turns), Maxima (handles corners at close radiance, hella control if better exceleration this this is my choice) I dont want to finish writting the list becasue I am bored with this now.... 2000 Maxima is a gooooood automobile for sure.
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 4.0
Interior 4.0
Performance 4.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 3.0
Reliability 4.0
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Very reliable,and a very sharp classy car.

Very comfortable, still drives well. I have complete faith that the Maxima is one of the best cars out there. I enjoyed traveling in this car,because it was a sporty good looking car and today it still has a classy look.
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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2000 Nissan Maxima review: Our expert's take

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Imagine being one of the venerated Japanese automotive nameplates being reduced to having its future dictated by a French car company.

After all, the French have designed some beautiful automobiles that are a joy to see. Getting a French car to move down the road is another matter entirely.

Japanese cars are just the opposite. There are some truly memorable Japanese car designs, but they are, for the most part, uninteresting in appearance. But they always start in the morning.

This is especially true at Nissan, where Nissan’s California-based Nissan Design International chief Jerry Hirschberg has come up with better design theory than with great designs. However, senior management at Nissan probably deserves more of the blame than Hirschberg.

Renault, a French automaker, bought a 37 percent controlling interest in Nissan in March. So, maybe now that Renault is calling the shots at Nissan, the cars will start to look better. Certainly the Maxima could use some help.

This car has had its ups and downs, something reflected in the new model now on sale.

The exterior of this car is different, though few would call it attractive. The front end features a grille that looks more like the dark hole of Calcutta. The greenhouse looks similar to the previous model; there’s little that is offensive here. The back end has some truely attractive tail lamps surrounded by a heavy looking bumper. Modern? Yup.

Inside, the stylists did a much better job.

“Wave” design is quite stylish. Subtle ridges frame the area that houses climate controls and audio systems. The air-conditioning vents have a particularly post-modern industrial design that is pure art. The design and controls are typically Japanese: convenient to understand and operate. The only downside is the controls at the top of the stack are canted forward, away from the driver. Because of this, changing the stereo is quite a reach.

But it’s not design that’s the story here, it’s the engine. Nissan’s 3-liter V-6 gets more power for 2000, jumping from 190 to 222 horsepower. This double-overhead-cam 24-valve V-6 is a real sweetheart, with gobs of power delivered in a refined, smooth fashion. Power is fed through a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic.

There are three trim levels: base GXE, sport SE and top of the line GLE. The test vehicle was a base GXE.

For those of you who think of the Maxima as a sports sedan, go for the more firmly suspended SE. The GXE test car had a very firm ride, bordering on harsh, yet it tended to keel over in corners a bit too easily. Surprising and disappointing.

Nissan continues to use a beam rear axle in this car, which they claim helps handling. Most drivers won’t notice the difference, but the beam axle, also used in the previous design, is less costly to manufacture than the more precise independent rear suspension.

Stopping power was good, thanks t o standard four-wheel disc brakes with anti-lock. Traction control is an available option on the SE and GLE models.

The cloth-covered seats were firm and comfortable. Leather, along with front seat heaters, is an option.

The wheelbase is longer, adding additional passenger volume to the interior. Certainly, the car feels spacious. The 15.1 cubic-foot trunk was roomy. A cargo net prevents items from sliding around, a nice touch.

Other nice touches include a center console that Nissan claims can hold 16 compact discs, one-touch express open and close driver’s window and sunroof, automatic on/off headlamps, two power points and an optional 200-watt Bose audio system.

While not exceptionally good-looking on the outside, Nissan’s new Maxima has a lot going for it inside that makes this a competent, nicely built sedan and a powerful pleasure to drive.

Now maybe Renault can do something about its looks…

>> 2000 Nissan Maxima

Vehicle type: Mid-size front-wheel-drive 4-door sedan
Engines: 3-liter DOHC 24-valve V-6
Transmission: 5-speed manual, 4-speed automatic
Wheelbase: 108.3 inches
Length: 190.5 inches
Curb weight: 3,235 pounds
Cargo volume: 15.1 cubic feet
Tires: P205/65R16
EPA rating: 20 city, 28 highway
Test mileage: 24 mpg
Fuel type: Regular
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Safety review

Based on the 2000 Nissan Maxima base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Frontal driver
4/5
Frontal passenger
4/5
Side driver
4/5
Side rear passenger
4/5

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