2018
Nissan Maxima

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$33,420
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Available trims

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  • S 3.5L
    Starts at
    $33,420
    21 City / 30 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • SV 3.5L
    Starts at
    $35,420
    21 City / 30 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • SL 3.5L
    Starts at
    $37,840
    21 City / 30 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • SR 3.5L
    Starts at
    $38,680
    21 City / 30 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Platinum 3.5L
    Starts at
    $41,090
    21 City / 30 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity standard
300-hp V-6 standard
8-inch navigation system standard
Collision warning with automatic braking standard
Performance-focused SR trim

The good & the bad

The good

Aggressive styling
Tight handling
Smooth, effortless power
Unobtrusive CVT
SR's steering feel

The bad

Rough-riding SR model
Lack of steering feedback (non-SR)
Limited front and rear headroom with moonroof
Appearance of cabin's simulated metal trim
Sport mode button location
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Safety review

Based on the 2018 Nissan Maxima base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
5/5
Combined side rating front seat
5/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
4/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
5/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
5/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
4/5
9.5%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
4/5
9.5%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

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

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
6 years / less than 80,000 miles
Basic
N / A
Dealer certification
167-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

95% of drivers recommend this car
4.9 / 5
Based on 71 reviews
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Comfort 4.9
Interior 4.9
Performance 4.9
Value 4.9
Exterior 4.9
Reliability 4.8

Most recent

  • By S Cheatham Brown from Phx, Az
    Owns this car
    April 17, 2024

    I appreciate the hard work!!!

    Thank you Dennis you were wonderful. You went out of your way to get me the best Finance company that was the cheapest. I greatly appreciate it. As well as a good deal on an auto insurance. Thank you for your hard work. And I will be telling a friend. S. Brown
    • Purchased a Used 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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  • By Bay from Deerfield, Il.
    Owns this car
    April 7, 2024

    Best car I have ever owned

    I bought a 2018 Maxima SL brand new. Have owned it over 6 years. Very comfortable, fast and fun to drive. Great brakes and safety suite is excellent. Adaptive cruise control has spoiled me. Have had no issues whatsoever with this car. No repairs. Just oil changes (synthetic) and new tires in the 6 years along with air filters.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • 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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  • By J. Ribs from Fairlawn, NJ
    Used to own this car
    August 31, 2022

    Safety features beyond expectations

    I was in a bad car accident with my 2018 Maxima recently. With this car's safety features, I walked away with just bruises. This car saved me!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Bay from Chicago, Il.
    Owns this car
    May 8, 2022

    Best car I ever owned

    Have owned the 2018 Maxima SL for 4 years. Bought it new. Nicest car I ever owned. Fast, fun and comfortable. Have had no maintenance issues. Best brakes I’ve ever had and the safety suite including adaptive cruise control are excellent. The Nissan 3.5 v6 is smooth and powerful. The CVT works fine and I drive hard and fast and it has not been an issue. Bought out the lease after 3 years and never have done that before in 20 years of leasing. I have the Pearl white and black top color scheme and the cars lines are sporty. May keep guises car forever!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • 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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  • By Thomas from St Louis Missouri
    Owns this car
    April 16, 2022

    Car I could keep for years

    Bought my Maxima in June of last year and am very satisfied with it. Have had many compliments from family and friends about it. Like the power and acceleration. Infotainment system is easy to use. Plenty legroom and comfortable to drive. Wanted something with some horsepower and this has it.
    • Purchased a Used 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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  • By Kim from Marrero,la
    Owns this car
    March 4, 2022

    Maxima worth every penny I had 9 altogether and br

    I love my maxima's I currently have SL loaded 2018 and I love it! I have owned 9 maxima that is all I drive. Very disappointing to hear they are going to discontinue making them.well I don't care what anybody says about they too pricey or comparing to other cars ... no comparison it's a luxury, sporty,family car all in one. All I have to say if people don't want to spend the money for them go buy an Altima or a camry but don't stop making the maxima . Because the people that can afford to buy them will.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • 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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  • By Chris m from MA
    Owns this car
    March 31, 2021

    Excellent car handles well plenty of acceleration

    My 2018 Maxima it’s a great touring car it has plenty of acceleration handles well and is comfortable to ride on long journeys. And all wheel drive version would be better for a treacherous New England roads.
    • 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 4.0
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  • By Anewton2 from Lees Summit Mo
    Owns this car
    March 16, 2021

    Reliable & pretty

    This is a beautiful car & roomy for my 2 kids. Huge trunk. My vehicle has a lot of amenities. Duel moon roof, heated seats, steering wheel, & leather seats. Which is a must with kids. I love nissans. They are very reliable. Low maintenance is a must for me. This is my second Nissan.
    • Purchased a Used 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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  • By GDive from Grayslake, IL
    Owns this car
    March 3, 2021

    Most Feature Rich Car I've Ever Owned

    This car has it all. It's comfortable. It has a powerful V6. It has a ton of features including a panoramic sun roof, Android Auto and remote start. Also has great safety features and is fun to drive.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Zermin from Rocky Hill
    Owns this car
    January 15, 2021

    Maxima SL is awesome!

    This car is amazing. Performance is there with the 300hp under the hood. Highway miles are amazing where you can get up close to 30 miles per gallon.
    • 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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  • By Mavis from Mountain Home, ID
    Owns this car
    September 2, 2020

    Fast, fun, beautiful car

    Comfortable for tall people, fast, sporty and family friendly. Smooth driving, beautiful car. Lots of extras. Decent gas mileage. Impressive, Plenty of leg room and head room.
    • Purchased a Used 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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  • By Dannyg from Washington Utah
    Owns this car
    August 24, 2020

    Most reliable car I've owned

    This car met all my needs. Has plenty of leg room nice interior. Great on gas and super reliable. I am Happy with my purchase
    • 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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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2018 Nissan Maxima?

The 2018 Nissan Maxima is available in 5 trim levels:

  • Platinum (1 style)
  • S (1 style)
  • SL (1 style)
  • SR (1 style)
  • SV (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2018 Nissan Maxima?

The 2018 Nissan Maxima offers up to 21 MPG in city driving and 30 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2018 Nissan Maxima reliable?

The 2018 Nissan Maxima has an average reliability rating of 4.8 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2018 Nissan Maxima owners.

Is the 2018 Nissan Maxima a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2018 Nissan Maxima. 95.8% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.9 / 5
Based on 71 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.9
  • Interior: 4.9
  • Performance: 4.9
  • Value: 4.9
  • Exterior: 4.9
  • Reliability: 4.8

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