Nissan Maxima Nissan Maxima 2008 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 2014

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

Join Us

Nissan Maxima vs. Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 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.

Nissan Maxima vs. Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $36,450

Nissan Maxima SE   
Difference: $13,145

Lowest Total Invoice: $33,135

Nissan Maxima SE   
Difference: $13,053

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082008201420142014
ModelMaximaMaximaA5 / S5 / RS5A5 / S5 / RS5A5 / S5 / RS5
TrimSESLA5 2.0TS5 3.0TRS 5
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Base Price $28,630 $30,880 $39,000 $52,000 $69,600
Base Invoice $26,229 $28,286 $36,270 $48,360 $64,728
Platinum Edition Package 1,100 1,100      
Sensory Package 2,550        
Stability control 600 600      
Floor mats 175 175      
Navigation system 1,800 1,800      
Sunroof 900 900      
Rear spoiler   370      
Prestige Package     9,200    
Metallic paint (extra cost)     500 500 500
Navigation Plus Package       3,050  
Platinum Edition Package 1,006 1,006      
Sensory Package 2,213        
Stability control 520 520      
Floor mats 131 131      
Navigation system 1,561 1,561      
Sunroof 780 780      
Rear spoiler   291      
Prestige Package     8,556    
Metallic paint (extra cost)     467 467 467
Navigation Plus Package       2,837  
Options (change) 7,125 4,945 9,700 3,550 500
Options (change) 6,211 4,289 9,023 3,304 467
Destination 695 695 895 895 895
Total Price $36,450 $36,520 $49,595 $56,445 $70,995
Total Invoice $33,135 $33,270 $46,188 $52,559 $66,090

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 Nissan Maxima dealer quotes or Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 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: Nissan Maxima vs. Audi A5 / S5 / RS5

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Nissan Maxima SE
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $11,370
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $11,398
Model Year20082008201420142014
ModelMaximaMaximaA5 / S5 / RS5A5 / S5 / RS5A5 / S5 / RS5
TrimSESLA5 2.0TS5 3.0TRS 5
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Engine255hp V6255hp V6220hp I4333hp V6450hp V8
TransmissionCVT-6CVT-6M6M6S7
DrivetrainFWDFWDAWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)320, 8320, 8505, 14180, 10180, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/45-18225/55-17245/40-18245/40-18265/35-19
Total Price$36,450$36,520$49,595$56,445$70,995
Adjustments for Features-1000-1,875-1,750-3,835
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$36,350$36,520$47,720$54,695$67,160
Cost Above Minimum$0$170$0$6,975$19,440
Total Invoice$33,135$33,270$46,188$52,559$66,090
Adjustments for Features-910-1,746-1,630-3,570
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$33,044$33,270$44,442$50,929$62,520
Cost Above Minimum$0$226$0$6,487$18,078

Return to top

Features Comparison: Nissan Maxima vs. Audi A5 / S5 / RS5

Model Year20082008201420142014
ModelMaximaMaximaA5 / S5 / RS5A5 / S5 / RS5A5 / S5 / RS5
TrimSESLA5 2.0TS5 3.0TRS 5
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT$1100$1100   
6-speed manual  $150$150 
7-speed automated manual    $1200
FWD$0$0   
AWD  $1700$1700$1700
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel$100$100   
Power rear side windows$200$200   
Remote window/roof operation$15$15   
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250$250$250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350$350   
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot warning system  $200  
Full-size spare tire$225$225   
Knee airbag, driver  $75$75$75
Knee airbag, passenger  $75$75$75
Obstacle detection, front    $150
Rearview camera  $200$200 
Temporary spare tire  $150$150$150
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment  $50$50$50
Cargo mat$40$40   
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25   
Rear seat pass-through  $100$100$100
Second-row low console  $100$100$100
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation  $100$100$100
Heated windshield washer nozzles  $15$15$15
Rain-sensing wipers  $175$175$175
Rear air vents$100$100   
Rear air vents with automatic controls  $250$250$250
Variable intermittent wipers$75$75   
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential    $500
Engine / Motor 
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable    $500
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75$75   
Power-venting glass roof panel  $300$300$300
Rear spoiler$200$200   
Retractable rear spoiler    $400
Sunroof$900$900   
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25$25 
CD changer, in-dash$325$325   
CD player  $125$125$125
DVD-compatible player  $0$0 
HD radio  $50$50 
In-vehicle Internet  $150$150 
iPod integration  $100$100$100
Media drive  $15$15 
Navigation system$600$600$600$600 
SD Card slot  $25$25$25
Surround sound  $250  
Traffic + travel information  $25$25 
Voice control for nav and audio  $100$100 
Wi-Fi hotspot  $50$50 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass  $0$0$0
Cornering lights$50$50$50 $50
Fog light, rear  $100$100$100
Headlight washers    $50
Interior ambient lighting  $150$150$150
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25$25   
Power-folding mirrors$50$50   
Steering-linked headlights  $150 $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25$25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100 $100$100 
Carbon fiber trim    $200
Leather door panel trim    $250
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat   $50$50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat   $50$50
Metal pedals   $75$75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $150$150$150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat   $150$150
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat  $50  
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat  $50  
Power height adjuster, passenger seat  $100$100$100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100$100   
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat  $100$100$100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces   $0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector   $200$200
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0  $0 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)    $0
Transmission 
Launch control    $100
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls   $100$100
Total Value of Features$4,655$4,555$6,430$6,305$8,390
Value of Feature Adjustments$100$0$1,875$1,750$3,835
Value of Feature Adjustments-910-1,746-1,630-3,570

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Nissan Maxima vs. Audi A5 / S5 / RS5

Model Year20082014
ModelMaximaA5 / S5 / RS5
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Wheelbase111.2 in108.3 in
Length193.5 in182.1 in
Width71.7 in73.0 in
Height58.3 in54.0 in
Curb Weight3,580 lb.3,683 lb.
Fuel Capacity20.0 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.1 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.9 in54.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.5 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom43.9 in41.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.3 in36.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.5 in52.8 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.8 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.5 in31.7 in
Cargo Volume15.5 ft312.2 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Nissan Maxima SE

Platinum Edition Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25No
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100No
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Total Requested125082%
Total Not Requested27518%
Sensory Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Compass0No
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Bose, 320W, 8 speakers350No
Total Requested157574%
Total Not Requested55026%

Option Package Details
Nissan Maxima SL

Platinum Edition Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25No
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100No
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Total Requested125082%
Total Not Requested27518%

Option Package Details
Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 A5 2.0T

Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150No
Surround sound250No
Cornering lights50Yes
Blind spot warning system200No
Bang & Olufsen, 505W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0No
Proximity key250Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
HD radio50No
Media drive, large15No
Traffic + travel information25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Navigation system600Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200No
Total Requested235060%
Total Not Requested156540%

Option Package Details
Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 S5 3.0T

Navigation Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200No
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
HD radio50No
Media drive, large15No
Traffic + travel information25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Total Requested85058%
Total Not Requested61542%

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 Sedans
See TrueDelta's information for all Nissan models.