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2012 Nissan Maxima consumer reviews

$32,420 starting MSRP
side view of 2012 Maxima Nissan
(64 reviews)
98% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.8
  • Interior 4.7
  • Performance 4.8
  • Value 4.6
  • Exterior 4.8
  • Reliability 4.8
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Great Sporty Car

I love this car, it is very quick, sporty and reliable. All of the features work great, it came with a Bose sound system. It is genuinely a great car!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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perfect for me and my little family

thought i would have to walk or take the bus in the snow this year again with my son but thanks to these sales men i finally got a ride to more around more freely

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Very Reliable and Very, Very Fun To Drive!!

It's a great car. Very reliable and fun to drive. Great handling and very powerful. It's a true sleeper. Quicker than most!! No problems thus far. It just turned 102K and it's not noticeable. Although I wouldn't buy it new, I would truly recommend this vehicle. The Maxima is a fairly expensive car to buy new, but the resale value is horrible. About 40% of the cost to buy it new will be lost in the first couple years. I would definitely recommend buying it, but buying one a couple years old with low miles vs buying it new. If buying one new, I definitely recommend getting the gap insurance with your loan. All in all, it's a great car. My 2012 Maxima has been back and forth to the most southern part of Eastern Alabama several times, and I'm still not afraid of its reliability one bit to travel there again. It's just a great, fun car.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Very long lasting car

Expected all needs, the car is very long lasting never one problem, maintenance is very cheap beer a big amount out of pocket

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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great reliable very clean and powerful car

Very reliable for family and comfort to the best leather navigation and tech package . very clean and strong engine and transmission

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Most Reliable car

Blend of Power and comfort . A nice to drive vehicle with most of the features included. Mileage is not compromised as well considering the solid V6 power.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Hidden gem

Found a 2012 SV with low miles and thought I'd give it a chance. The car feels so solid and planted to the ground, which I love. I would definitely opt for the SV trim to get the upgraded styling on the outside. Definitely wish I would've gotten navigation, because the Bluetooth only works for phone calls. The car is pretty quick, which I was not expecting at all. Everyone is weary about the CVT, admittedly I am too, but my car now has 83k miles and hasn't had one slip up. It's been to Ontario to Missouri 3 times and all across the USA with no issues. Definitely a hidden gem that most people overlook. Give it a try, you might be surprised

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Love this car!

Rides smooth, reliable, looks great, all the bells and whistles! Even the base models come with plenty of options. Will continue to go with Maximas

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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car is very reliable

the car is pretty comfortable, its a fast car because it is a sports car. i believe there are two usb ports

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Great Vehicle

The car has superior handling and it meets all of my needs. I cannot ask for a better vehicle. I will purchase a new Maxima in the future.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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