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Nissan Maxima vs. Nissan Sentra Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Nissan Maxima vs. Nissan Sentra Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,320

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $6,080

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,540

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $5,295

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820082009
ModelMaximaMaximaSentra
TrimSESLSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $28,630 $30,880 $21,160
Base Invoice $26,229 $28,286 $19,729
Floor mats 175 175 165
Sunroof 900 900 750
Rear spoiler   370  
Limited-slip front differential     400
Audio Package     850
Auto-dimming rearview mirror     125
Bodyside moldings     150
Floor mats 131 131 130
Sunroof 780 780 651
Rear spoiler   291  
Limited-slip front differential     347
Audio Package     738
Auto-dimming rearview mirror     109
Bodyside moldings     116
Options (change) 1,075 1,445 2,440
Options (change) 911 1,202 2,091
Destination 695 695 720
Total Price $30,400 $33,020 $24,320
Total Invoice $27,835 $30,183 $22,540

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Maxima vs. Nissan Sentra

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,740
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,152
Model Year200820082009
ModelMaximaMaximaSentra
TrimSESLSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine255hp V6255hp V6200hp I4
TransmissionCVT-6CVT-6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/25 MPG19/25 MPG21/29 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)240, 8320, 8340, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/45-18225/55-17225/45-17
Total Price$30,400$33,020$24,320
Adjustments for Features-2,340-4,0150
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,060$29,005$24,320
Cost Above Minimum$0$945$0
Total Invoice$27,835$30,183$22,540
Adjustments for Features-2,143-3,6700
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$25,692$26,513$22,540
Cost Above Minimum$0$821$0

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Features Comparison: Nissan Maxima vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year200820082009
ModelMaximaMaximaSentra
TrimSESLSE-R Spec V
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT$1100$1100 
6-speed manual  $150
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key$250$250 
Remote window/roof operation$15$15 
Tilt steering wheel, manual  $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250 
Universal garage door opener$100$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50$50 
Traction control$100$100 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200$200 
Dual-zone climate control$125$125 
Interior air filter$0$0 
Rear air vents$100$100 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip front differential  $500
Exterior 
Body kit  $0
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125$125 
Bluetooth cell phone link  $100
CD changer, in-dash $325$325
CD player$125  
MP3-compatible player $50$50
Satellite radio $200 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125$125 
Compass $0 
Cornering lights$50$50 
Heated mirrors $25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100  
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50 
Door sill trim plates$100$100 
Folding second row seats$300$300 
Heated front seats $200 
Leather seating surfaces $900 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat  $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50$50 
Metal pedals  $75
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat $100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)  $0
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0  
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Total Value of Features$3,740$5,415$1,400
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,340$4,015$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,143-3,6700

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See a complete comparison of Nissan Maxima vs. Nissan Sentra features.

Specifications Comparison: Nissan Maxima vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year20082009
ModelMaximaSentra
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase111.2 in105.7 in
Length193.5 in179.8 in
Width71.7 in70.5 in
Height58.3 in59.5 in
Curb Weight3,579 lb.3,078 lb.
Fuel Capacity20.0 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.1 in40.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.9 in56.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.5 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom43.9 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.3 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.5 in55.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.8 in53.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.5 in34.5 in
Cargo Volume15.5 ft313.1 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Nissan Maxima vs. Nissan Sentra specs.

Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V

Sunroof
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Total Requested980100%
Total Not Requested00%
Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40Yes
Total Requested115100%
Total Not Requested00%
Audio Package
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Rockford Fosgate, 340W, 8 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested20036%
Total Not Requested35064%

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