Nissan Maxima 2015–2018 car dimensions: 4897 mm long, 1860 mm wide and 1436 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,574 kg. Boot space with the seats up is 405 litres.
The S trim has a standard 8-inch multi-touch NissanConnect navigation screen paired with a 7-inch Advanced Drive-Assist Display. Dual-zone automatic climate control with rear vents is standard, as is regular cruise control. A rearview camera is standard. Advanced driver aids including blind spot warning, forward emergency braking, predictive forward collision warning, intelligent cruise control and rear cross traffic alert are reserved for SL and higher trims. Parking sensors arrive on the SV. No Apple CarPlay or Android Auto was offered.
Trunk volume is 14.3 cubic feet with the rear seats up. The 60/40 split-folding rear seatbacks expand the space for longer items.
The owner's manual states do not tow a trailer with this vehicle. Payload capacity works out to roughly 530 kg based on the 4641-pound GVWR and 3471-pound curb weight of the S. No heavy-duty cooling package or reinforced suspension is listed for the S. the SR alone gets sport-tuned dampers and a larger front stabilizer bar.
The cabin uses NASA-inspired Zero Gravity front seats with sport bolstering and a three-layer foam design for softness and support on long drives. The S trim has cloth seats with standard 8-way power driver and 4-way power passenger adjustment plus dual-zone automatic climate control with rear vents. A flat-bottom leather-wrapped steering wheel and driver-focused cockpit with genuine stitching create a sporty premium feel. Rear 60/40 split seats fold for cargo flexibility and offer enough room for adults.
EPA-estimated 22 city/30 highway/25 combined mpg
Premium unleaded fuel required
Oil and filter service every 5,000 miles
NHTSA overall 5-star safety rating
IIHS Top Safety Pick+
Standard ABS, VDC/TCS, advanced airbags, rearview monitor
The revised 3.5-liter V6 and Xtronic CVT return EPA ratings of 22 mpg city, 30 highway and 25 combined. Premium unleaded fuel is specified. An 18-gallon tank is fitted.
Routine oil and filter changes come every 5,000 miles. Basic warranty runs 3 years/36,000 miles and powertrain 5 years/60,000 miles. Follow the maintenance schedule for fluids, filters and inspections to keep the car reliable.
NHTSA awards a full 5-star overall rating across frontal, side and rollover tests. IIHS gives Top Safety Pick+ status with Good scores in all crashworthiness categories when equipped with available forward emergency braking. Standard kit includes the advanced air bag system, vehicle dynamic control, traction control, ABS and a rearview monitor. Higher grades add blind-spot warning, rear cross-traffic alert and predictive forward collision warning.
Keep services current and address any CVT fluid checks per the schedule. The platform uses high-strength steel for rigidity and the V6 has a strong reliability record when maintained.
Length 4897 mm, Width 1860 mm, Height 1436 mm, Wheelbase 2775 mm (Maxima 2015–2018)
Sources: manufacturer data, 2016 Nissan Maxima Specifications, Nissan North America press kit, 2 April 2015: VQ35DE, Exterior inches on that sheet are 192.8, 73.2, 56.5 and 109.3, 2016 Maxima factory service manual GI, publication SM16EA0A36U1, revision October 2015, publishes.