Ford Escape Ford Escape 2011 Nissan Maxima Nissan Maxima 2012

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Ford Escape vs. Nissan Maxima Price Comparison (MSRP)

The 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.

Ford Escape vs. Nissan Maxima Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $31,965

Ford Escape Limited   
Difference: $7,480

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,523

Ford Escape Limited   
Difference: $6,472

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112012
ModelEscapeMaxima
TrimLimitedSV
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Base Price $26,170 $35,120
Base Invoice $24,400 $32,163
Limited Luxury Package 1,780  
Navigation system 1,995  
3.0L V6 1,195  
Cold Package   400
Monitor Package   700
Tech Package   1,850
Xenon HID headlights   400
Floor mats   195
Limited Luxury Package 1,514  
Navigation system 1,696  
3.0L V6 1,088  
Cold Package   347
Monitor Package   607
Tech Package   1,605
Xenon HID headlights   347
Floor mats   146
Options (change) 4,970 3,545
Options (change) 4,298 3,052
Destination 825 780
Total Price $31,965 $39,445
Total Invoice $29,523 $35,995

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Ford Escape dealer quotes or Nissan Maxima dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Escape vs. Nissan Maxima

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Escape Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,920
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,961
Model Year20112012
ModelEscapeMaxima
TrimLimitedSV
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Engine240hp V6290hp V6
TransmissionA6CVT-6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/25 MPG19/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)320, 7?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/70-16245/45-18
Total Price$31,965$39,445
Adjustments for Features0-560
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$31,965$38,885
Total Invoice$29,523$35,995
Adjustments for Features0-511
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$29,523$35,484

Return to top

Features Comparison: Ford Escape vs. Nissan Maxima

Model Year20112012
ModelEscapeMaxima
TrimLimitedSV
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automatic$1000 
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel $100
Keyless entry keypad$50 
Proximity key $250
Remote window/roof operation $15
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes $150
911 assist$25 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Obstacle detection, rear$250 
Rollover sensor$50 
Safety key$5 
Vehicle health reports$0 
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75 
Cargo mat $40
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate$150 
Roof rack$300 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents $100
Rear wiper$175 
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Rear bumper protector$40 
Infotainment 
Navigation, turn-by-turn$25 
SD Card slot $25
Voice control for external devices$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass$0 
Spotter mirror(s)$50 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Door sill trim plates $100
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $50
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Machined alloy wheels$350 
Total Value of Features$2,970$3,530
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$560
Value of Feature Adjustments0-511

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Ford Escape vs. Nissan Maxima

Model Year20112012
ModelEscapeMaxima
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.1 in109.3 in
Length174.7 in190.6 in
Width71.1 in73.2 in
Height67.7 in57.8 in
Curb Weight3,369 lb.3,556 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.5 gal.20.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.4 in38.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.6 in56.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.3 in53.4 in
Row 1 Legroom41.6 in43.8 in
Row 2 Headroom39.2 in36.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.9 in55.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room49.1 in53.9 in
Row 2 Legroom35.6 in34.6 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
29.2 ft314.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
66.3 ft314.2 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Ford Escape Limited

Limited Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250No
Rearview camera200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Unbranded, 320W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested152572%
Total Not Requested60028%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Unbranded, 320W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Total Requested69066%
Total Not Requested35034%

Option Package Details
Nissan Maxima SV

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%
Cold Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Total Requested22569%
Total Not Requested10031%
Monitor Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
A/V input jacks25No
USB port25Yes
Media drive, small5Yes
Total Requested23090%
Total Not Requested2510%
Tech Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large10Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
SD Card slot25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Total Requested76097%
Total Not Requested253%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all SUVs
See TrueDelta's information for all Ford models.