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Nissan Altima vs. Nissan Maxima
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On this page: The Internet's most balanced and thorough car price and features comparison between the Nissan Altima and Nissan Maxima. Including:
- Price Comparison
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- Feature Comparison
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- Dealer Price Quotes
Specifications Comparison | |||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2010 | |
| Model | Altima | Maxima | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Wheelbase | 109.3 | 109.3 | |
| Length | 189.8 | 190.6 | |
| Width | 70.7 | 73.2 | |
| Height | 57.9 | 57.8 | |
| Curb Weight | 3334 | 3556 | |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 | 20.0 | |
| R1 Headroom | 40.6 | 38.5 | |
| R1 Shoulder Room | 55.7 | 56.3 | |
| R1 Hip Room | 56.8 | 53.4 | |
| R1 Legroom | 42.2 | 43.8 | |
| R2 Headroom | 36.8 | 36.4 | |
| R2 Shoulder Room | 55.5 | 55.1 | |
| R2 Hip Room | 52.5 | 53.9 | |
| R2 Legroom | 39.5 | 34.6 | |
| Cargo Volume | 17.9 | 14.2 | |
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Price Comparison (MSRP) : Nissan Altima vs. Nissan MaximaThe sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices. | |||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2010 |
| Model | Altima | Altima | Maxima |
| Trim | 3.5 SE | 3.5 SL | SV |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $25,180 | $29,380 | $33,180 |
| 6-spd shiftable CVT | $500 | ||
| Cold Package | $400 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $170 | $170 | |
| Floormats | $175 | $175 | $180 |
| Monitor Package | $700 | ||
| Premium Package | $2,460 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $370 | $370 | |
| Stability control | $600 | ||
| Tech Package | $1,850 | ||
| Technology Package | $2,000 | $2,000 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $400 | ||
| Total options | $5,305 | $3,315 | $3,900 |
| Destination | $695 | $695 | $720 |
| Gas Tax / Credit | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Net Price | $31,180 | $33,390 | $37,800 |
| Over MinimumThe difference between a trim and its model's lowest-priced trim. | $0 | $2,210 | $0 |
| Lowest Net Price | Altima 3.5 SE 4dr Sedan | ||
| Difference | $6,620 | ||
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Invoice Comparison : Nissan Altima vs. Nissan MaximaDealer cost before holdback, bonuses, advertising fees, and such. Also before adjusting for remaining feature differences.Models that are not in demand can often be purchased at or a few hundred dollars over these prices. | |||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2010 |
| Model | Altima | Altima | Maxima |
| Trim | 3.5 SE | 3.5 SL | SV |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Invoice | $23,337 | $27,221 | $30,389 |
| 6-spd shiftable CVT | $463 | ||
| Cold Package | $347 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $134 | $134 | |
| Floormats | $134 | $134 | $135 |
| Monitor Package | $607 | ||
| Premium Package | $2,134 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $295 | $292 | |
| Stability control | $520 | ||
| Tech Package | $1,605 | ||
| Technology Package | $1,735 | $1,735 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $347 | ||
| Total options | $4,600 | $2,818 | $3,333 |
| Destination | $695 | $695 | $720 |
| Gas Tax / Credit | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Net Invoice | $28,632 | $30,734 | $34,442 |
| Over MinimumThe difference between a trim and its model's lowest-priced trim. | $0 | $2,102 | $0 |
| Lowest Net Invoice | Altima 3.5 SE 4dr Sedan | ||
| Difference | $5,810 | ||
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Feature Comparison : Nissan Altima vs. Nissan MaximaAdjusts for unshared features -- values in parentheses These are features on some but not all of the displayed trim lines.In parentheses are the values assigned to these features by TrueDelta or, optionally, by you. | |||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2010 |
| Model | Altima | Altima | Maxima |
| Trim | 3.5 SE | 3.5 SL | SV |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 270hp V6 | 270hp V6 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | CVT-6 ($1100) | CVT-6 ($1100) | CVT-6 ($1100) |
| Drivetrain | FWD ($0) | FWD ($0) | FWD ($0) |
| EPA Fuel Economy (City / Highway) | 19 / 26 | 19 / 26 | 19 / 26 |
| Tires (rear if not equal) | 215/55-17 | 215/60-16 | 245/45-18 |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 264, 9 | 264, 9 | ?, 9 |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming ($100) | Not incl. | Not incl. | Package |
| CD changer, in-dash ($325) | Package | Standard | Not incl. |
| CD player ($125) | Not incl. | Not incl. | Standard |
| Digital media reader ($50) | Not incl. | Not incl. | Package |
| DVD-compatible player ($0) | Not incl. | Not incl. | Package |
| Media hard drive ($200) | Not incl. | Not incl. | Package |
| Traffic information system ($200) | Package | Package | Not incl. |
| Travel information system ($300) | Not incl. | Not incl. | Package |
| USB port ($150) | Not incl. | Not incl. | Package |
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside moldings ($75) | Standard | Standard | Not incl. |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Heated steering wheel first row ($100) | Not incl. | Not incl. | Package |
| Leather door panel trim ($250) | Package | Standard | Not incl. |
| Manual thigh support, driver first row ($50) | Not incl. | Not incl. | Standard |
| Power fore-aft, passenger first row ($100) | Not incl. | Not incl. | Standard |
| Power recline, passenger first row ($100) | Not incl. | Not incl. | Standard |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) ($0) | Standard | Not incl. | Not incl. |
| Total Feature Adjustments The total value of the features listed for a trim, after subtracting the lowest total. | -$0 | -$0 | -$425 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison : Nissan Altima vs. Nissan MaximaThese are the sticker and invoice prices after adjusting for feature differences, to provide an "apples to apples" comparison. | |||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2010 |
| Model | Altima | Altima | Maxima |
| Trim | 3.5 SE | 3.5 SL | SV |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Net Price (from Price table) | $31,180 | $33,390 | $37,800 |
| Adjustment (from Feature table) | -$0 | -$0 | -$425 |
| Feature-adjusted Net Price | $31,180 | $33,390 | $37,375 |
| Over MinimumThe difference between a trim and its model's lowest-priced trim. | $0 | $2,210 | $0 |
| Net Invoice (from Invoice table) | $28,632 | $30,734 | $34,442 |
| Invoice AdjustmentThe price adjustment multiplied by the ratio between the invoice and sticker prices. | -$0 | -$0 | -$387 |
| Feature-adjusted Net Invoice | $28,632 | $30,734 | $34,055 |
| Over MinimumThe difference between a trim and its model's lowest-priced trim. | $0 | $2,102 | $0 |
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice | Altima 3.5 SE 4dr Sedan | ||
| TrueDelta Price Difference | $6,195 | ||
| TrueDelta Invoice Difference | $5,423 | ||
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Notes
While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.
The "TrueDelta Value Comparison" figures optionally include rebates available to the general public in the Chicago area (e.g. they include bonuses from finance subsidiaries but not those for current owners or the military) and adjustments for most differences in feature content. However, they do not include advertising fees, factory-to-dealer incentives, or differences in engines, tires, seat configurations, and audio systems. Exceptions: They do include values for third-row seats and media players.
Usually the base prices, options, and packages you see here match those on the window stickers. However, in some cases these have been restructured to simplify the database and calculations. These modifictions have no impact on the "total" and "net" figures.
Writers: Please acknowledge TrueDelta.com when using these figures.
