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Nissan Maxima vs. Ford Taurus 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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Nissan Maxima vs. Ford Taurus Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $41,765 Nissan Maxima SV | ||
| Difference: $1,995 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $37,971 Nissan Maxima SV | ||
| Difference: $2,044 | ||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | Maxima | Taurus |
| Trim | SV | SHO |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $35,120 | $38,155 |
| Base Invoice | $32,163 | $35,035 |
| Premium Package | 3,300 | |
| Tech Package | 1,850 | |
| Cargo organizer | 145 | 160 |
| Floor mats | 195 | |
| Rear spoiler | 375 | |
| Navigation system | 1,550 | |
| Package 402A | 3,100 | |
| Premium Package | 2,862 | |
| Tech Package | 1,605 | |
| Cargo organizer | 117 | 139 |
| Floor mats | 146 | |
| Rear spoiler | 298 | |
| Navigation system | 1,349 | |
| Package 402A | 2,697 | |
| Options (change) | 5,865 | 4,810 |
| Options (change) | 5,028 | 4,185 |
| Destination | 780 | 795 |
| Total Price | $41,765 | $43,760 |
| Total Invoice | $37,971 | $40,015 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Maxima vs. Ford Taurus
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Taurus SHO | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $905 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $608 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | Maxima | Taurus |
| Trim | SV | SHO |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 365hp V6 |
| Transmission | CVT-6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/26 MPG | 17/25 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 9 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/45-18 | 255/45-19 |
| Total Price | $41,765 | $43,760 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,900 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $41,765 | $40,860 |
| Total Invoice | $37,971 | $40,015 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,652 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $37,971 | $37,363 |
Features Comparison: Nissan Maxima vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | Maxima | Taurus |
| Trim | SV | SHO |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable CVT | $1100 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| FWD | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo mat | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| HD radio | $50 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| Rear seat audio controls | $25 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | $150 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,655 | $6,555 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,900 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,652 |
Specifications Comparison: Nissan Maxima vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | Maxima | Taurus |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 112.9 in |
| Length | 190.6 in | 202.9 in |
| Width | 73.2 in | 76.2 in |
| Height | 57.8 in | 60.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,556 lb. | 4,415 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 20.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.5 in | 39.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.3 in | 57.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.4 in | 56.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.8 in | 41.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.4 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 56.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.9 in | 55.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.6 in | 38.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.2 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Nissan Maxima SV
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Panoramic sunroof | 300 | No |
| Rear seat audio controls | 25 | No |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | 50 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Cargo net | 40 | Yes |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Second-row 3-person bench | 0 | No |
| Media drive, small | 5 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| A/V input jacks | 25 | No |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1745 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 725 | 29% |
| Tech Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 10 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 760 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 3% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SHO
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 690 | 93% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 7% |
| Package 402A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 1325 | 42% |
| Total Not Requested | 1825 | 58% |
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