Nissan Maxima vs. BMW Z3 Reliability Comparisons
You won't find Nissan Maxima or BMW Z3 reliability information like this anywhere else. Actual repair frequencies, not just vague dots, to make it clear how much the Nissan Maxima and the BMW Z3 truly differ in reliability. These stats are promptly updated four times a year, to much more closely track Nissan Maxima and BMW Z3 reliability as the cars age. Others tell you how reliable the Nissan Maxima and the BMW Z3 were a year ago, when the cars were a year younger and had 12,000 fewer miles on them. Only TrueDelta tells you how reliable the Nissan Maxima and the BMW Z3 have been recently.
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Nissan Maxima Reliability through March 31, 2013
An asterisk (*) marks results based on small sample sizes.
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
What People Are Saying about Reliability and the Nissan Maxima
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| Reliability and Durability of the Nissan Maxima: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
car that will last a long time with very little problems |
| 2003 | 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
It is incredibly reliable and durable |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual FWD |
It has far fewer problems than the Taurus and is predicted to age with more grace than the 4th generation Tauruses could ever hope to achieve. |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual FWD |
I Beat the Hell out of the thing day in and day out. I take corners as fast as I can then pin the throttle out of the whole and the car never falters. This thing really takes a beating every day from me with no questions asked. |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual FWD |
Great engine, gets good reviews. Fit and finish is very good, even for this older car. No squeaks or rattles. |
| Reliability and Durability of the Nissan Maxima: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2004 | 4dr Sedan 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The sheet metal is prone to rusting. |
What Our Members Are Saying about BMW Z3 Reliability and Durability
None of our members have yet commented on the reliability and durability of the BMW Z3.
